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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to South Africa from £274

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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — JNB
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£413

One-way from

£274

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£581

Good round-trip deal

£410 or less

Good one-way deal

£269 or less
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 8/11-27/11
  • Nonstop
  • 23h 15m total
  • United Kingdom to South Africa
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 3/11
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 30m total
  • United Kingdom to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£34 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Sat 8/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 27/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/9£413
Sun 2/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Sun 9/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/9£414
Fri 10/1009:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 16/1000:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/9£415
Wed 5/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Wed 26/1108:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 15/9£419
Wed 12/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Wed 19/1108:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/9£420
Sun 5/1009:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Sat 25/1000:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/9£421
Sat 8/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Wed 26/1108:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/9£422
Tue 11/1117:15LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Tue 25/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/9£423
Sun 2/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Mon 17/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 15/9£424
Mon 6/1009:10LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mA.P.G.
Mon 20/1023:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 15/9£425
Mon 6/1009:10LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mA.P.G.
Mon 13/1023:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 15/9£425
Mon 3/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 27/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 15/9£426

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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 17 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to South Africa that are best for you.

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Return

Price

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 1/12

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/12

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£424

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Fri 28/11

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/12

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£447

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 2/10

11:00-10:55

1 stop22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/10

01:25-06:55

1 stop30h 30m

£491

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sat 10/1

10:25-00:25

1 stop36h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

12:05-06:25

1 stop20h 20m

£496

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 6/10

10:10-03:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£497

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 2/11

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£497

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 13/1

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£500

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 13/1

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£500

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 12/1

10:20-03:55

1 stop15h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

17:00-06:20

1 stop15h 20m

£503

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 8/1

11:10-15:50

1 stop26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

01:35-06:25

1 stop30h 50m

£503

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to South Africa

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to South Africa (average of £703). Flying from United Kingdom to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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 GB to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 17 September 2025.

When flying from United Kingdom 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.

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to South Africa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

The most flights from GB0 to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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 17 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic from the United Kingdom to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
RwandAir
7.7
Good
37 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
664 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
861 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,363 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to South Africa?

    For as low as £424, Norse Atlantic UK can have you in South Africa from United Kingdom in 11h 30m. There are 5988 mi between United Kingdom and South Africa. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Kingdom to South Africa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Norse Atlantic UK. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £284. Users have also found prices from £345 and £364 on Etihad Airways and SWISS, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from United Kingdom to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on United Kingdom to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from United Kingdom to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from United Kingdom to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to South Africa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to South Africa (average of £703). Flying from United Kingdom to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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 10 airlines flying from United Kingdom to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 17 September 2025.
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FlySafairCheapest£44Average£83FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapest£75Average£78FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest£327Average£842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£340Average£553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£372Average£584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapest£393Average£685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£402Average£709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapest£407Average£480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.Cheapest£408Average£578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£410Average£788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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