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Cheap flights from London Stansted Airport to South Africa from £280

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STN — JNB
6 Apr — 13 Apr1
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 7 March 2026.

Fri 24/407:15
STN
-
JNB
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/522:25
JNB
-
STN
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3£447
Sun 12/405:55
STN
-
JNB
3 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/414:30
JNB
-
STN
3 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3£448
Mon 20/415:15
STN
-
JNB
3 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/414:30
JNB
-
STN
3 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3£452
Sun 5/407:25
STN
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/422:25
JNB
-
STN
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3£465
Sat 18/413:55
STN
-
JNB
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/414:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3£469
Sun 19/410:55
STN
-
JNB
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/514:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3£482
Tue 14/410:35
STN
-
CPT
3 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/423:45
CPT
-
STN
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3£545
Mon 11/515:15
STN
-
CPT
3 stops20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/513:50
CPT
-
STN
3 stops22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3£548
Mon 1/610:50
STN
-
CPT
1 stop24h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 3/716:35
CPT
-
STN
1 stop30h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/3£549
Sun 10/517:35
STN
-
CPT
1 stop17h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/616:35
CPT
-
STN
1 stop18h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3£550
Mon 20/410:50
STN
-
CPT
1 stop24h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 27/416:35
CPT
-
STN
1 stop30h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/3£551
Tue 21/417:35
STN
-
CPT
1 stop17h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 28/416:35
CPT
-
STN
1 stop18h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/3£553

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 7 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£447

One-way from

£280

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£579
24/4-2/5
  • 24/4-2/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 46h 40m total
  • London to South Africa
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2/6
  • 2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 55m total
  • London to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (£19 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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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 7 March 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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Cheapest return flight

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Tue 21/4

17:35-10:30

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

£599

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Sat 25/4

10:50-09:40

2 stops21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

17:50-16:40

1 stop23h 50m

£599

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Sun 19/4

17:35-11:50

1 stop17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

16:35-16:50

1 stop25h 15m

£630
Fastest return journey

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Sat 25/4

17:45-11:50

1 stop17h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

16:35-09:55

1 stop18h 20m

£649

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Mon 1/6

14:55-10:15

1 stop18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

19:10-12:55

1 stop18h 45m

£702

LondonPort Elizabeth

STN - PLZ

STNPLZ

London Stansted

Mon 4/5

10:50-15:05

2 stops27h 15m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 18/5

07:55-22:10

2 stops39h 15m

£732

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Wed 1/7

14:55-16:15

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

19:10-18:45

1 stop24h 35m

£740

LondonPort Elizabeth

STN - PLZ

STNPLZ

London Stansted

Sat 30/5

10:50-15:05

2 stops27h 15m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 13/7

07:55-16:40

2 stops33h 45m

£745

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Sat 29/8

10:50-11:50

1 stop24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/9

16:35-09:55

1 stop18h 20m

£750

LondonPort Elizabeth

STN - PLZ

STNPLZ

London Stansted

Tue 28/4

06:55-15:05

2 stops31h 10m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 5/5

08:05-16:50

2 stops33h 45m

£769

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to South Africa (average of £285). Flying from London Stansted Airport to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of £718). 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.

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 7 March 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
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,249 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
965 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Air Algerie
6.8
Okay
33 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

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 15h 55m. 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to South Africa (average of £285). Flying from London Stansted Airport to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of £718). 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 7 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£285Average£565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air AlgerieCheapest£375Average£382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£488Average£710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest£588Average£784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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