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Cheap flights from London Stansted Airport to South Africa from £385

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STN — JNB
20 Jun — 27 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 21 May 2026.

Tue 11/816:00
STN
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Air Algerie
Wed 16/920:45
JNB
-
STN
1 stop17h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 19/5£483
Fri 5/610:50
STN
-
JNB
2 stops21h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 12/613:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops45h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5£526
Wed 10/606:55
STN
-
JNB
2 stops25h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 17/613:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops45h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5£528
Tue 2/606:55
STN
-
JNB
2 stops25h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/613:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/5£529
Tue 2/606:55
STN
-
JNB
2 stops25h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 24/613:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5£530
Sun 28/606:55
STN
-
JNB
2 stops25h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 18/713:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops45h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5£535
Mon 8/610:50
STN
-
JNB
2 stops21h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 17/613:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops45h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/5£537
Thu 4/617:35
STN
-
JNB
2 stops39h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 24/613:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/5£538
Wed 17/617:45
STN
-
JNB
2 stops38h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 16/713:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5£541
Sun 28/606:55
STN
-
JNB
2 stops25h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 14/713:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/5£543
Mon 8/610:50
STN
-
JNB
2 stops21h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 22/613:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops45h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5£544
Thu 18/606:55
STN
-
CPT
3 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 25/615:10
CPT
-
STN
3 stops26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5£611

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 21 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£483

One-way from

£385

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£576
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 11/8-16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 00m total
  • London to South Africa
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15/6
  • 15/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 05m total
  • London to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£66 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 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 21 May 2026.
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LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Fri 5/6

10:50-09:40

2 stops21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

£586

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Wed 11/11

10:50-10:50

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

13:30-22:15

2 stops34h 45m

£624

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Mon 19/10

10:50-09:40

2 stops21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

13:30-16:20

2 stops28h 50m

£687

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Sun 28/6

06:55-09:40

2 stops25h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

£687

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Wed 14/10

10:50-09:40

2 stops21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

19:10-09:50

1 stop16h 40m

£690

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Thu 4/6

21:05-16:15

1 stop18h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

22:20-18:45

1 stop21h 25m

£708

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Mon 29/6

14:55-16:15

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

19:10-12:55

1 stop18h 45m

£716

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Sat 7/11

20:15-16:35

1 stop18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

18:50-12:05

1 stop19h 15m

£726

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Tue 27/10

20:15-16:35

1 stop18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

18:50-12:05

1 stop19h 15m

£737
Fastest return journey

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Sun 11/10

21:05-16:15

1 stop18h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/1

18:50-12:05

1 stop19h 15m

£737

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to South Africa (average of £108). Flying from London Stansted Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £551). 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 0% of weekly flights between London and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 0 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 Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Stansted Airport to South Africa?

Booking 21 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Stansted Airport to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 21 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

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
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,575 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

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
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,382 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

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
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,001 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

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
6.5
Okay
37 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Stansted to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from London Stansted Airport to South Africa will take you 18h 10m. 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 - Johannesburg OR Tambo, London Stansted - Cape Town Intl 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to South Africa (average of £108). Flying from London Stansted Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £551). 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 4 airlines flying from Stansted to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Stansted 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 21 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£284Average£564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air AlgerieCheapest£374Average£385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£486Average£851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest£610Average£772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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