How long is the flight from London Stansted Airport to South Africa?

Departing from London Stansted Airport to South Africa will take you 22h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5648 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from London Stansted Airport to South Africa?

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

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London Stansted Airport to South Africa?

Emirates, Turkish Airlines and Air Algerie are the most popular airlines when flying from London Stansted Airport to South Africa.

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

When flying from London Stansted Airport to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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STN London Stansted - PLZ Port Elizabeth

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London Stansted

Mon 30/11

22:35-19:00

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Port Elizabeth

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

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STN London Stansted - PLZ Port Elizabeth

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STN London Stansted - PLZ Port Elizabeth

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London Stansted

Sat 28/11

18:40-08:00

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Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

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STN London Stansted - ELS East London

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Sat 5/12

17:50-13:05

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00:00-23:00

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STN London Stansted - ELS East London

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STN London Stansted - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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London Stansted

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08:20-08:50

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STN London Stansted - ELS East London

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STN London Stansted - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

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10:45-11:35

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00:00-23:00

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STN London Stansted - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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STN London Stansted - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Stansted Airport to South Africa?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to South Africa (average of £573). Flying from London Stansted Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,047). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andAir Algerie from London Stansted Airport to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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8.1

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Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Emirates

8.1

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10.0

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Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Turkish Airlines

7.4

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Emirates

8.1

Very Good

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Air Algerie

6.6

Okay

39 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,686 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

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How long is the flight from London Stansted Airport to South Africa?
Departing from London Stansted Airport to South Africa will take you 22h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5648 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the most popular routes from London Stansted Airport to South Africa?
Most travelers choose London Stansted - Cape Town Intl, London Stansted - Johannesburg OR Tambo or London Stansted - Durban King Shaka Intl when deciding on the best route from London Stansted Airport to South Africa.
Can I find deals for flights from Stansted to South Africa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Stansted to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Stansted to South Africa?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Stansted to South Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Stansted to South Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Stansted 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 London Stansted Airport to South Africa?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to South Africa (average of £573). Flying from London Stansted Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,047). 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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