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£58+ Cheap flights from South Africa

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JNB — LHR
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

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Cheapest flights from South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Thu 6/209:30CPT - LHR
2 stops27h 45mSWISS
Wed 19/206:00LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mSWISS
Deal found 17/12£378
Mon 3/219:50CPT - LCY
1 stop14h 45mSWISS
Tue 18/219:10LCY - CPT
1 stop24h 45mSWISS
Deal found 18/12£382
Fri 27/1209:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/220:05LHR - CPT
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£386
Mon 17/320:25JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 40mSWISS
Mon 24/318:40LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 45mSWISS
Deal found 17/12£393
Mon 20/120:25JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 25mSWISS
Mon 27/118:45LGW - JNB
1 stop24h 50mSWISS
Deal found 18/12£394
Sun 19/110:10JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 35mLufthansa
Sun 26/119:15LHR - JNB
1 stop33h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12£396
Mon 20/119:35JNB - LHR
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/118:40LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£400
Tue 21/120:25JNB - LCY
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Tue 28/119:10LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 15mSWISS
Deal found 17/12£402
Mon 17/219:35JNB - LCY
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/319:10LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£406
Tue 4/219:30CPT - LGW
2 stops24h 20mSWISS
Tue 18/218:45LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 10mSWISS
Deal found 18/12£406
Mon 27/119:35JNB - LCY
1 stop15h 50mLufthansa
Thu 13/217:15LCY - JNB
1 stop14h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12£424
Fri 7/208:05CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 45mKLM
Fri 14/317:05LHR - CPT
1 stop26h 25mKLM
Deal found 18/12£450

Find flights from South Africa within your budget

Find flights departing from South Africa that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 19 December 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches

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Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/2

09:30-11:15

2 stops27h 45m

London Heathrow

Wed 19/2

06:00-21:55

1 stop13h 55m

£378

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/3

19:50-08:05

1 stop14h 15m

London Heathrow

Thu 22/5

15:30-09:30

1 stop17h 00m

£379

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LCY

CPTLCY

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

19:50-08:35

1 stop14h 45m

London City

Tue 18/2

19:10-21:55

1 stop24h 45m

£382

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/3

20:25-08:05

1 stop13h 40m

London Heathrow

Mon 24/3

18:40-10:25

1 stop13h 45m

£393

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/1

20:25-17:50

1 stop23h 25m

London Gatwick

Mon 27/1

18:45-21:35

1 stop24h 50m

£394

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/1

10:10-07:45

2 stops23h 35m

London Heathrow

Sun 26/1

19:15-07:05

1 stop33h 50m

£396

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/1

19:35-13:00

2 stops19h 25m

London Heathrow

Mon 27/1

18:40-10:25

1 stop13h 45m

£400

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/1

20:25-12:50

1 stop18h 25m

London City

Wed 29/1

09:25-21:35

1 stop34h 10m

£402

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/2

19:35-09:25

1 stop15h 50m

London City

Mon 3/3

19:10-10:25

1 stop13h 15m

£406

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/1

19:35-09:25

1 stop15h 50m

London City

Thu 13/2

17:15-09:30

1 stop14h 15m

£424

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa (average of £305). Flying from South Africa in August will prove the most costly (average of £539). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from South Africa would be wise to consider leaving during Tuesday afternoons when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Friday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from South Africa?

Many airlines operate round-trip flights from South Africa: British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, SWISS, Lufthansa, RwandAir. These airlines fly to the following popular destinations: London.

FlySafair

FlySafair

From £33

Airlink

Airlink

From £53

British Airways

British Airways

From £649

South African

South African

From £42

What is the cheapest place to fly to from South Africa?

The cheapest city to fly to from South Africa is Johannesburg OR Tambo, with prices starting at £24. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Johannesburg OR Tambo

From £30

Cape Town Intl

Cape Town Intl

From £33

Durban King Shaka Intl

Durban King Shaka Intl

From £37

Bloemfontein Intl

Bloemfontein Intl

From £38

Airline reviews for flights from South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from 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 airline for your flight from South Africa. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
788 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,792 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from South Africa. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of South Africa?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo airport offers the cheapest routes to Singapore, from £298; whereas Cape Town Intl airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to London, from £332. It's best to make sure you are flexible on dates to find the cheapest possible flight options for your journey.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from South Africa is currently November; with August being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from South Africa?

    Check out the cheapest flights from South Africa to embark to:
    Travel from Johannesburg to London from £298 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Singapore from £576 round trip
    Travel from Cape Town to Pamplona from £663 round trip

  • How does Cheapflights help users find flights from South Africa?

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  • Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from South Africa?

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