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Cheap flights from London to Johannesburg from £384

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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — JNB
28 Jan — 4 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from London to Johannesburg are usually found in May or January, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from London to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£501

One-way from

£384

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£620
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 26/2-7/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • London to Johannesburg
10/2
  • 10/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 35m total
  • London to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (£19 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from London to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 January 2025.

Wed 26/216:55LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mTurkish Airlines
Fri 7/319:05JNB - LGW
1 stop16h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/1£501
Fri 14/317:25LHR - JNB
1 stop28h 50mKenya Airways
Fri 28/301:15JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 22/1£501
Sun 23/310:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 7/407:45JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/1£502
Tue 28/114:00LHR - JNB
1 stop27h 45mEgyptair
Wed 5/221:45JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 22/1£503
Thu 1/520:55LHR - JNB
1 stop23h 25mKLM
Sun 18/523:15JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 35mKLM
Deal found 22/1£510
Tue 4/312:55LTN - JNB
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:50JNB - LTN
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£515
Sat 1/216:25LHR - JNB
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/219:40JNB - LHR
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£518
Wed 7/519:20LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/519:00JNB - LCY
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£520
Thu 6/318:10LCY - JNB
1 stop25h 50mKLM
Wed 12/323:55JNB - LCY
1 stop19h 45mKLM
Deal found 22/1£521
Sun 26/109:00LHR - JNB
1 stop21h 35mEtihad Airways
Wed 5/210:00JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/1£525
Sun 26/106:10STN - JNB
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/219:40JNB - STN
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£529
Sun 26/120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop17h 40mRwandAir
Thu 6/216:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 22/1£529

Find flights from London to Johannesburg within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from London to Johannesburg 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 23 January 2025.

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LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 26/2

16:55-10:50

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/3

19:05-09:20

1 stop16h 15m

£501

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 14/3

17:25-00:15

1 stop28h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/3

12:10-15:15

1 stop29h 05m

£501

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 23/3

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/4

07:45-06:20

1 stop23h 35m

£502

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 23/2

14:00-07:10

1 stop15h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/3

21:45-12:35

1 stop16h 50m

£504

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 1/5

20:55-21:20

1 stop23h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

23:15-13:50

1 stop15h 35m

£510

LondonJohannesburg

LTN - JNB

LTNJNB

London Luton

Tue 4/3

12:55-14:20

2 stops23h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

16:50-12:05

2 stops21h 15m

£515

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 2/5

17:30-08:35

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

19:00-17:05

2 stops23h 05m

£520

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Wed 7/5

19:20-09:20

1 stop13h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

19:00-07:15

1 stop13h 15m

£520

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Thu 6/3

18:10-22:00

1 stop25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

23:55-17:40

1 stop19h 45m

£521

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 20/2

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/2

16:50-06:20

1 stop15h 30m

£525

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Best time to book a flight from London to Johannesburg

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Travel insights for flights from London to Johannesburg

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from London to Johannesburg including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from London to Johannesburg may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 22 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Johannesburg?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Johannesburg (average of £703). Flying from London to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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 LON to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 January 2025.

When flying from London to Johannesburg, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 10 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from London to Johannesburg. 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 23 January 2025.

The most flights from LON to ZA1 are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 23 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, SWISS and Austrian Airlines from London to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.8
Good
1,338 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.5
Good
3,745 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.5
Good
787 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines (£501), Kenya Airways (£501), and Ethiopian Air (£502) offers the cheapest pricing from London to Johannesburg. You may be able to fly from London to Johannesburg for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Johannesburg one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Egyptair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £388. Kenya Airways flights start at £401 while deals on Lufthansa start at £402 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Johannesburg?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London to Johannesburg?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from London to Johannesburg on time: Virgin Atlantic (89%), China Eastern (88%), Finnair (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Johannesburg?

    The cheapest flight price from London to Johannesburg is £475. On average you can expect to pay £1,974. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for £486.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to Johannesburg?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to Johannesburg flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on London to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from London to Johannesburg?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to Johannesburg.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to Johannesburg 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 London to Johannesburg?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Johannesburg (average of £703). Flying from London to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from London to Johannesburg?

    There are two airlines that offer one-stop trips to Johannesburg from London. Unfortunately, there are no direct flights due to the distance covered on this 13-hour flight. The two choices you have for one-stop flights are with either KLM or Qatar Airways. Both airlines are actively contributing to the development of eco-friendly flying. Qatar runs environmental programs that focus on the rapidly increasing problem of climate change. They do this by identifying opportunities to reduce the weight and fuel consumption of their air carriers. They also optimise their flight plans and develop new methods to reduce the use of energy while taxing to and from the runway. KLM run a corporate sustainable aviation fuel program that focuses on developing new kinds of fuels that will eliminate carbon emissions altogether.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from London to Goa?

    You are making a smart choice for sustainable travel when deciding to fly with Qatar on the route from London to Johannesburg. They will help you achieve the goal of being a more sustainable traveller with their policies and offers available for their flights. Firstly they offer a voluntary carbon offset program which offers the passenger a way to offset their CO2 emissions. Flying with them means you are supporting an airline that donates any waste food to local charities and only make use of recycled materials. As a company, they have a zero-tolerance policy on the illegal transportation of wildlife and invest a lot of time and money in providing protection for animals who can't protect themselves.

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SAUDIACheapest£381Average£483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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TAAGCheapest£410Average£905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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EgyptairCheapest£440Average£515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£457Average£711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air AlgerieCheapest£457Average£504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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LufthansaCheapest£459Average£785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£459Average£613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£481Average£595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapest£490Average£831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£490Average£639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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