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£43+ Cheap flights from South Africa

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JNB — LHR
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
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What to know about flights from South Africa

Discover essential information about flights departing from South Africa, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the South Africa airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

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£53 or less

Good one-way deal

£23 or less
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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 15 April 2025.

Wed 7/514:30JNB - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 29/510:10LGW - JNB
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/4£439
Wed 21/519:35JNB - LCY
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/508:45LCY - JNB
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£445
Wed 21/519:35JNB - LCY
1 stop14h 15mSWISS
Wed 28/518:05LCY - JNB
1 stop14h 15mSWISS
Deal found 14/4£446
Wed 21/519:35JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/511:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£451
Sun 1/619:00JNB - LCY
1 stop22h 25mLufthansa
Thu 19/608:45LCY - JNB
1 stop22h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 15/4£453
Wed 21/519:35JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 20mSWISS
Wed 28/507:00LHR - JNB
2 stops25h 20mSWISS
Deal found 14/4£458
Sun 1/623:15JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Thu 19/606:30LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 50mKLM
Deal found 14/4£465
Wed 21/523:15CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Thu 29/506:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Deal found 15/4£466
Tue 16/914:30CPT - LHR
2 stops26h 45mKenya Airways
Tue 30/918:25LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/4£470
Tue 13/519:35JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 15mSWISS
Sat 17/518:40LGW - JNB
1 stop13h 40mSWISS
Deal found 14/4£472
Mon 2/614:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 23/610:10LGW - CPT
2 stops21h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/4£474
Wed 9/718:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 45mAir France
Mon 11/819:45LHR - JNB
1 stop35h 45mAir France
Deal found 14/4£476

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 15 April 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches

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Heathrow

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

14:30-06:25

1 stop16h 55m

London Gatwick

Thu 29/5

10:10-03:55

1 stop16h 45m

£439

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

19:35-08:50

1 stop14h 15m

London City

Tue 27/5

08:45-08:35

1 stop22h 50m

£445

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

19:35-08:50

1 stop14h 15m

London City

Wed 28/5

18:05-09:20

1 stop14h 15m

£446

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

19:35-07:55

1 stop13h 20m

London Heathrow

Tue 27/5

11:05-08:35

2 stops20h 30m

£451

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/6

19:00-16:25

1 stop22h 25m

London City

Thu 19/6

08:45-08:35

1 stop22h 50m

£453

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

19:35-07:55

1 stop13h 20m

London Heathrow

Wed 28/5

07:00-09:20

2 stops25h 20m

£458

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/6

23:15-17:35

1 stop19h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 19/6

06:30-21:20

1 stop13h 50m

£465

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/5

23:15-17:35

1 stop19h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 29/5

06:30-21:25

1 stop13h 55m

£466

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/9

23:30-16:15

1 stop17h 45m

London Heathrow

Tue 30/9

18:25-13:45

2 stops18h 20m

£470

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

19:35-17:50

1 stop23h 15m

London Gatwick

Sat 17/5

18:40-09:20

1 stop13h 40m

£472

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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 £293). Flying from South Africa in August will prove the most costly (average of £530). 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 30 March 2025.

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

British Airways

British Airways

From £574

Airlink

Airlink

From £53

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

From £250

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

The cheapest city to fly to from South Africa is Durban King Shaka Intl, with prices starting at £17. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Durban King Shaka Intl

Durban King Shaka Intl

From £22

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Johannesburg OR Tambo

From £24

Bloemfontein Intl

Bloemfontein Intl

From £28

Cape Town Intl

Cape Town Intl

From £37

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
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,578 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,551 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,196 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

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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 15 April 2025.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo airport offers the cheapest routes to Singapore, from £410; whereas Cape Town Intl airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to London, from £451. 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 £410 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Singapore from £555 round trip
    Travel from Cape Town to Pamplona from £638 round trip

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