Cheap flights from London Stansted Airport to South Africa from £305

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STN — JNB
31 Jan — 7 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Stansted to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Stansted to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Stansted to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 January 2026.

Wed 31/1212:50STN - JNB
3 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/120:30JNB - STN
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12£805
Wed 31/1223:20STN - JNB
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/220:30JNB - STN
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12£826
Wed 31/1223:20STN - JNB
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/213:45JNB - STN
3 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12£840
Wed 31/1223:20STN - JNB
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/220:30JNB - STN
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12£842
Wed 31/1223:20STN - JNB
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/219:10JNB - STN
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12£932
Wed 31/1221:00STN - JNB
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/119:20JNB - STN
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12£959
Wed 31/1208:05STN - CPT
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/107:55CPT - STN
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12£993
Wed 31/1220:15STN - JNB
1 stop18h 20mEmirates
Fri 23/118:50JNB - STN
1 stop19h 15mEmirates
Deal found 31/12£994
Wed 31/1220:15STN - JNB
1 stop18h 20mEmirates
Sat 24/122:20JNB - STN
1 stop21h 35mEmirates
Deal found 30/12£995
Wed 31/1220:15STN - JNB
1 stop18h 20mEmirates
Thu 15/118:50JNB - STN
1 stop25h 05mEmirates
Deal found 31/12£1,020
Wed 31/1220:15STN - CPT
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/107:00CPT - STN
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12£1,219
Wed 31/1215:25STN - CPT
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/114:35CPT - STN
3 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12£1,298

Find flight deals from Stansted to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Stansted to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 1 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£487

One-way from

£305

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£592
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 1/2-14/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 30m total
  • London to South Africa
17/3
  • 17/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • London to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£27 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Stansted to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 1 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Stansted Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Sun 1/2

15:00-08:30

1 stop15h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

22:30-13:30

1 stop17h 00m

£483

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Sun 8/3

15:00-08:30

1 stop15h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

22:30-12:30

1 stop16h 00m

£489

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Sun 1/2

15:00-08:30

1 stop15h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

22:30-12:30

1 stop16h 00m

£489

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Sun 12/4

16:00-09:10

1 stop16h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

22:25-13:30

1 stop16h 05m

£500

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Sun 12/4

16:00-09:10

1 stop16h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

22:25-13:30

1 stop16h 05m

£501

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Wed 6/5

06:15-10:30

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

18:00-22:10

1 stop29h 10m

£531

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Sun 19/4

10:50-11:50

1 stop24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

16:35-22:10

1 stop30h 35m

£566

LondonDurban

STN - DUR

STNDUR

London Stansted

Tue 5/5

21:05-16:35

1 stop18h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 13/5

18:40-12:55

1 stop19h 15m

£572

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Sun 17/5

10:50-10:30

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

18:00-16:50

1 stop23h 50m

£576

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Mon 27/4

10:50-10:30

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

17:50-09:55

1 stop17h 05m

£576

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 29/12

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Best time to book a flight from Stansted to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Stansted Airport to South Africa

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to South Africa (average of £389). Flying from London Stansted Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £689). 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.

How often are flights from London to South Africa delayed?

About 50% of weekly flights between London and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 204 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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 1 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Ethiopian Air, andBritish Airways 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.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Related info for your journey

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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 15h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5648 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to South Africa (average of £389). Flying from London Stansted Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £689). 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 Stansted to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest£485Average£706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest£571Average£787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£683Average£819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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