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Cheap flights from Leeds to South Africa from £646

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LBA — JNB
12 Dec — 19 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Leeds to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Leeds to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 November 2025.

Sun 23/1110:00LBA - CPT
2 stops17h 50mAir France
Sat 6/1207:55CPT - LBA
2 stops51h 35mAir France
Deal found 10/11£646
Sun 23/1108:15LBA - CPT
3 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1200:30CPT - LBA
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11£690
Thu 27/1106:05LBA - CPT
1 stop13h 50mKLM
Wed 18/207:55CPT - LBA
2 stops27h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/11£705
Thu 27/1106:05LBA - CPT
2 stops21h 45mAir France
Wed 18/207:55CPT - LBA
2 stops27h 35mAir France
Deal found 12/11£728
Sun 23/1106:10LBA - CPT
2 stops21h 40mKLM
Sat 6/1223:45CPT - LBA
1 stop35h 45mKLM
Deal found 10/11£744
Thu 11/1208:10LBA - CPT
3 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1212:30CPT - LBA
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11£777
Thu 27/1114:25LBA - CPT
3 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/208:45CPT - LBA
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£821
Fri 19/1207:30LBA - JNB
3 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/101:35JNB - LBA
2 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11£1,391
Thu 18/1207:25LBA - JNB
3 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/117:00JNB - LBA
3 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11£1,493
Tue 16/1206:05LBA - JNB
1 stop14h 00mKLM
Sun 4/123:59JNB - LBA
1 stop23h 56mKLM
Deal found 12/11£1,834

Cheap flight deals from Leeds to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Leeds to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 12 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£646

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£655
Air France
  • Air France
  • 23/11-6/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 25m total
  • Leeds to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£74 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (£33 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Leeds to South Africa that are best for you.

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Leeds

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Sun 23/11

10:00-05:50

2 stops17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/12

07:55-09:30

2 stops51h 35m

£646

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Fri 20/2

20:00-08:20

2 stops34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

09:50-16:10

2 stops32h 20m

£686

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 8/1

10:00-00:25

2 stops36h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

17:00-16:45

2 stops25h 45m

£714

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Fri 20/2

17:20-22:05

1 stop26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

23:59-16:45

1 stop18h 46m

£720

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Fri 9/1

10:00-05:50

2 stops17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

18:25-16:45

2 stops24h 20m

£728

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 27/11

06:05-05:50

2 stops21h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/2

07:55-09:30

2 stops27h 35m

£728

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 8/1

10:00-05:50

2 stops17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

18:25-21:55

2 stops29h 30m

£731

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 8/1

10:00-05:50

2 stops17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

18:25-16:45

2 stops24h 20m

£731

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 19/3

06:05-22:05

1 stop14h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

23:59-16:45

1 stop18h 46m

£733

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Sun 23/11

06:10-05:50

2 stops21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/12

23:45-09:30

1 stop35h 45m

£744

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Best time to book a flight from Leeds to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Leeds to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Leeds to South Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to South Africa (average of £419). Flying from Leeds to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £571). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LBA to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Leeds to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Leeds to South Africa in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated 12 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Leeds to South Africa, such as KLM, Etihad Airways, andKenya Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,289 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
286 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Leeds to South Africa?

    Most people fly from Leeds/Bradford (LBA) if they book a flight from Leeds to South Africa. Leeds/Bradford is conveniently located just 6.5 mi from Leeds’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Leeds to South Africa?

    A quick flight from Leeds to South Africa can take about 17h 50m. Air France provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £646. Leeds and South Africa are separated by a distance of 6185 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Leeds to South Africa?

    Most travelers choose Leeds/Bradford - Cape Town Intl, Leeds/Bradford - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Leeds/Bradford - Durban King Shaka Intl when deciding on the best route from Leeds to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Leeds to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Leeds to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Leeds to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Leeds to South Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Leeds to South Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to South Africa (average of £419). Flying from Leeds to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £571). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Leeds to South Africa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Leeds to South Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£539Average£805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£555Average£598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£589Average£734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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