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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Kingdom from £223

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.
JNB — LHR
11 Mar — 18 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to United Kingdom

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to United Kingdom
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to United Kingdom. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 February 2026.

Sat 14/220:15
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/213:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2£418
Mon 9/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/310:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2£418
Wed 11/214:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 26/210:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2£419
Tue 10/310:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/309:05
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2£419
Thu 12/310:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/317:10
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2£420
Mon 9/214:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 17/210:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/2£423
Mon 18/508:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/611:05
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2£430
Wed 20/508:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/611:05
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2£431
Thu 12/310:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Wed 18/311:10
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 9/2£432
Thu 12/210:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Mon 16/213:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 8/2£432
Thu 12/1110:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Wed 25/1113:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/2£435
Wed 11/309:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/320:55
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/2£438

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to United Kingdom

Keep the following information in mind while searching for OR Tambo to United Kingdom flight deals. Data was last updated 9 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£418

One-way from

£223

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£491

Good round-trip deal

£565 or less

Good one-way deal

£347 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 9/3-16/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to United Kingdom
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to United Kingdom
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£36 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

14:30-06:35

1 stop18h 05m

London Heathrow

Thu 19/3

20:15-13:05

1 stop14h 50m

£451

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

09:50-07:00

1 stop22h 10m

London Heathrow

Sat 2/5

09:30-08:20

1 stop21h 50m

£482

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

09:50-07:00

1 stop22h 10m

London Heathrow

Thu 28/5

21:45-08:20

1 stop33h 35m

£487

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

19:00-07:40

1 stop13h 40m

London Heathrow

Thu 21/5

17:15-09:20

1 stop15h 05m

£492

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

12:05-06:20

1 stop20h 15m

London Gatwick

Sat 11/4

11:00-15:50

1 stop27h 50m

£496

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

09:50-18:10

1 stop34h 20m

London Heathrow

Fri 10/4

21:45-08:20

1 stop33h 35m

£496

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

20:15-08:45

1 stop14h 30m

London City

Mon 23/3

19:10-10:30

1 stop13h 20m

£497

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

23:59-08:30

1 stop34h 31m

Birmingham

Mon 30/3

13:25-21:20

1 stop30h 55m

£503

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

10:10-23:20

1 stop15h 10m

Manchester

Fri 13/3

09:10-10:30

1 stop23h 20m

£505

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

23:59-08:30

1 stop34h 31m

Birmingham

Thu 19/3

10:25-12:10

1 stop23h 45m

£509

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to United Kingdom

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Kingdom

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom (average of £314). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of £475). 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 JNB to GB?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to United Kingdom. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 February 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to United Kingdom. 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 9 February 2026.

The most flights from JNB to GB0 are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How often are flights from Johannesburg to the United Kingdom delayed?

About 5% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and United Kingdom have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 210 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to the United Kingdom flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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 Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to the United Kingdom flights?

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Kingdom

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Kingdom. 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 United Kingdom. Reviews last updated 9 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, SWISS, andVirgin Atlantic from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Kingdom. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,451 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,868 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,777 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,724 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom will take you 18h 05m. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom is about 5634 mi. 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Virgin Atlantic, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £201. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom?

    Most travelers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow, Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Gatwick or Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Stansted when deciding on the best route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom are Scandinavian Airlines (93%), China Eastern (93%) and Delta (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom?

    On average you can expect to pay £1,034 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom. The cheapest flight overall is £305 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow) is currently priced at £350.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to United Kingdom?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to United Kingdom?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to United Kingdom 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom (average of £314). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of £475). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to United Kingdom. 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 9 February 2026.
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£314Average£549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£322Average£551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£359Average£547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£370Average£589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£400Average£673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£417Average£450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£420Average£502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapest£435Average£533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapest£442Average£503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£453Average£559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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