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Cheap flights from Leeds to South Africa from £656

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LBA — JNB
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 5 November 2025.

Fri 21/1106:20LBA - CPT
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1212:30CPT - LBA
3 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11£656
Mon 24/1106:05LBA - JNB
1 stop14h 00mKLM
Mon 22/1223:59JNB - LBA
1 stop18h 46mKLM
Deal found 2/11£663
Fri 21/1110:00LBA - CPT
2 stops17h 50mKLM
Tue 2/1208:00CPT - LBA
1 stop27h 30mKLM
Deal found 3/11£663
Mon 24/1107:55LBA - JNB
3 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1217:00JNB - LBA
2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11£733
Tue 11/1106:05LBA - CPT
2 stops38h 00mKenya Airways
Tue 2/1207:20CPT - LBA
3 stops52h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/11£884
Sun 9/1110:00LBA - CPT
2 stops42h 00mKenya Airways
Tue 2/1207:20CPT - LBA
3 stops40h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/11£935
Tue 11/1110:05LBA - CPT
3 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1207:20CPT - LBA
3 stops59h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11£941
Mon 10/1106:05LBA - CPT
3 stops29h 30mKenya Airways
Tue 2/1207:20CPT - LBA
3 stops40h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/11£965
Mon 15/1207:00LBA - CPT
3 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1217:15CPT - LBA
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£979
Wed 31/1206:10LBA - CPT
3 stops29h 25mKenya Airways
Thu 15/114:25CPT - LBA
3 stops33h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/11£1,008
Tue 16/1206:05LBA - JNB
1 stop14h 00mKLM
Sun 4/123:59JNB - LBA
1 stop18h 46mKLM
Deal found 3/11£1,658

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 5 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£656

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£702
21/11-2/12
  • 21/11-2/12
  • 6 total stops
  • 68h 30m total
  • Leeds to South Africa
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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

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Depart

Return

Price

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Fri 21/11

06:20-17:25

3 stops33h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/12

12:30-21:55

3 stops35h 25m

£656

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 24/11

06:05-22:05

1 stop14h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/12

23:59-16:45

1 stop18h 46m

£663

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Fri 21/11

10:00-05:50

2 stops17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/12

08:00-09:30

1 stop27h 30m

£663

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 19/3

10:00-22:05

1 stop34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

23:59-16:45

1 stop18h 46m

£731

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 24/11

07:55-13:05

3 stops27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/12

17:00-09:30

2 stops42h 30m

£733

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 18/2

07:45-10:50

2 stops25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

00:30-14:00

3 stops39h 30m

£740

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Tue 17/2

06:05-12:40

2 stops28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

14:00-16:45

2 stops28h 45m

£744

LeedsDurban

LBA - DUR

LBADUR

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 5/3

17:20-10:40

2 stops39h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/3

11:15-09:30

2 stops48h 15m

£800

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 19/3

06:05-10:55

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

01:35-09:30

3 stops33h 55m

£808

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Tue 3/3

06:05-22:05

2 stops38h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/3

07:20-21:55

3 stops40h 35m

£825

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to South Africa (average of £361). Flying from Leeds to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £576). 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 5 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 5 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
1,405 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

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
1,405 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

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
1,285 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

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
1,405 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

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 14h. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £663. Leeds and South Africa are separated by a distance of 5805 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?

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to South Africa (average of £361). Flying from Leeds to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £576). 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 5 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£543Average£810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£559Average£602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£592Average£738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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