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Cheap flights from South Africa to the United Kingdom from £229

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to United Kingdom

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to United Kingdom
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to United Kingdom. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 April 2026.

Mon 14/909:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sun 20/914:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4£439
Mon 20/709:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/821:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4£441
Thu 6/809:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 8/920:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/4£442
Mon 8/620:40
JNB
-
LGW
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 22/606:30
LGW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£442
Wed 17/609:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 29/620:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/4£442
Thu 10/909:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sun 20/914:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4£443
Sun 2/809:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sun 30/814:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4£444
Mon 15/620:35
JNB
-
LGW
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/621:05
LGW
-
JNB
3 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£445
Wed 17/609:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/821:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4£451
Mon 4/520:40
JNB
-
LGW
3 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/506:30
LGW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£453
Mon 27/420:40
JNB
-
LGW
3 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/521:05
LGW
-
JNB
3 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4£455
Mon 21/909:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop30h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sat 26/914:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4£456

Find flight deals from South Africa to United Kingdom

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to United Kingdom flight deals. Data was last updated 21 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£439

One-way from

£229

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£604

Good round-trip deal

£519 or less

Good one-way deal

£401 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/9-20/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 45m total
  • South Africa to United Kingdom
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 35m total
  • South Africa to United Kingdom
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to United Kingdom 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 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LTN

JNBLTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

20:40-21:05

2 stops25h 25m

London Luton

Mon 11/5

09:15-09:15

2 stops23h 00m

£476

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LTN

JNBLTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

19:50-22:10

2 stops27h 20m

London Luton

Tue 26/5

09:40-10:30

2 stops23h 50m

£514

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LTN

JNBLTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

20:40-21:05

2 stops25h 25m

London Luton

Mon 25/5

09:15-09:15

2 stops23h 00m

£517

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LTN

JNBLTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

19:50-21:05

2 stops26h 15m

London Luton

Fri 8/5

21:50-10:30

2 stops35h 40m

£525

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LTN

JNBLTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

12:40-14:25

2 stops26h 45m

London Luton

Wed 10/6

07:15-10:30

2 stops26h 15m

£542

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LTN

CPTLTN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

19:30-00:30

2 stops30h 00m

London Luton

Fri 12/6

06:20-13:10

2 stops29h 50m

£549

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

13:15-12:35

1 stop24h 20m

London Gatwick

Fri 12/6

21:45-16:40

1 stop17h 55m

£573

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

12:40-06:40

1 stop19h 00m

London Gatwick

Wed 24/6

09:00-04:00

1 stop18h 00m

£589

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

19:10-12:55

1 stop18h 45m

London Stansted

Sat 27/6

14:55-10:15

1 stop18h 20m

£604

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

19:10-12:55

1 stop18h 45m

London Stansted

Thu 28/5

14:55-10:15

1 stop18h 20m

£605

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

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to United Kingdom (average of £546). Flying from South Africa to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of £683). 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 ZA to GB?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 21 April 2026.

When flying from South Africa to United Kingdom, 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 South Africa to United Kingdom

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 21 April 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to GB0 are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to the United Kingdom delayed?

About 6% of weekly flights between South Africa and United Kingdom have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 183 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

Friday 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 South Africa to the United Kingdom flights?

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% 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 21 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andVirgin Atlantic from South Africa to the United Kingdom by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,501 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
687 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,937 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,902 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as £609, Emirates can have you in United Kingdom from South Africa in 13h 35m. The distance between South Africa and United Kingdom is about 5634 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Norse Atlantic UK, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £128. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and A.P.G., as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to United Kingdom for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to United Kingdom (average of £546). Flying from South Africa to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of £683). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£315Average£426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£319Average£632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air AlgerieCheapest£362Average£384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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SWISSCheapest£389Average£606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£394Average£474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£403Average£683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapest£437Average£694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£440Average£563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapest£445Average£517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£458Average£564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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