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£43+ Cheap flights from South Africa

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JNB — LHR
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
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 17 January 2025.

Sun 2/223:55JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 05mSWISS
Mon 17/219:30LHR - JNB
2 stops24h 05mSWISS
Deal found 16/1£366
Mon 10/219:35JNB - LCY
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/219:10LCY - JNB
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£371
Sun 26/110:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Wed 4/609:00LHR - JNB
2 stops22h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1£372
Tue 28/119:50CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 10mSWISS
Sat 15/1114:25LHR - CPT
2 stops39h 15mSWISS
Deal found 16/1£374
Tue 28/109:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mLufthansa
Thu 13/1109:30LHR - CPT
2 stops20h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1£376
Mon 27/120:25JNB - LCY
1 stop18h 25mSWISS
Mon 3/219:10LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 15mSWISS
Deal found 15/1£376
Sun 26/109:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/418:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£378
Sat 15/223:55JNB - LGW
1 stop19h 55mSWISS
Sat 22/218:45LGW - JNB
1 stop13h 40mSWISS
Deal found 15/1£379
Tue 21/119:50CPT - LGW
1 stop24h 00mSWISS
Tue 28/118:45LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 10mSWISS
Deal found 16/1£381
Tue 21/109:30CPT - LCY
2 stops25h 15mSWISS
Sun 23/319:20LCY - CPT
2 stops34h 20mSWISS
Deal found 16/1£381
Mon 10/219:35JNB - LHR
2 stops16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/217:10LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£385
Tue 4/219:50CPT - LCY
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/218:15LCY - CPT
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£413

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

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/2

23:55-13:00

1 stop15h 05m

London Heathrow

Mon 17/2

19:30-21:35

2 stops24h 05m

£366

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

19:35-09:25

1 stop15h 50m

London City

Mon 17/2

19:10-21:35

1 stop24h 25m

£371

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/1

10:10-22:55

1 stop14h 45m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/6

09:00-08:35

2 stops22h 35m

£372

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/1

19:50-13:00

1 stop19h 10m

London Heathrow

Sat 15/11

14:25-07:40

2 stops39h 15m

£374

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/1

09:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

London Heathrow

Thu 13/11

09:30-07:40

2 stops20h 10m

£376

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/1

20:25-12:50

1 stop18h 25m

London City

Mon 3/2

19:10-10:25

1 stop13h 15m

£376

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/1

09:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

London Heathrow

Mon 14/4

18:40-10:00

1 stop14h 20m

£378

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/2

23:55-17:50

1 stop19h 55m

London Gatwick

Sat 22/2

18:45-10:25

1 stop13h 40m

£379

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/1

19:50-17:50

1 stop24h 00m

London Gatwick

Tue 28/1

18:45-21:55

1 stop25h 10m

£381

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

19:35-10:25

2 stops16h 50m

London Heathrow

Mon 24/2

17:10-10:25

1 stop15h 15m

£385

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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 £316). Flying from South Africa in August will prove the most costly (average of £560). 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 George, with prices starting at £22. Explore other affordable destinations below.

George

George

From £27

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Johannesburg OR Tambo

From £29

Durban King Shaka Intl

Durban King Shaka Intl

From £34

Bloemfontein Intl

Bloemfontein Intl

From £35

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
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
786 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

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 17 January 2025.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo airport offers the cheapest routes to Singapore, from £282; whereas Cape Town Intl airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to London, from £298. 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 £282 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Singapore from £597 round trip
    Travel from Cape Town to Pamplona from £687 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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