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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London from £223

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LON
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London are usually found in February or March, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to London (LON). 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£351

One-way from

£223

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£479

Good round-trip deal

£543 or less

Good one-way deal

£278 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 6/3-13/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to London
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Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 19/3
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£40 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Thu 6/310:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/318:40LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£351
Thu 6/320:25JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 25mSWISS
Thu 13/318:40LGW - JNB
1 stop13h 45mSWISS
Deal found 20/2£351
Thu 6/320:25JNB - LCY
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Thu 13/319:10LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 15mSWISS
Deal found 20/2£378
Thu 6/320:25JNB - LHR
2 stops24h 15mSWISS
Thu 13/317:10LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 15mSWISS
Deal found 20/2£379
Tue 25/210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Mon 3/313:50LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2£390
Wed 9/414:30JNB - LGW
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 29/410:10LGW - JNB
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2£422
Mon 14/422:50JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 23/421:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2£453
Mon 10/319:35JNB - LCY
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 31/313:05LCY - JNB
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£454
Thu 22/518:55JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 30/522:15LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 20/2£459
Wed 14/523:15JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 00mKLM
Wed 28/506:30LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 50mKLM
Deal found 20/2£463
Fri 7/321:15JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 30mBritish Airways
Fri 14/321:15LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/2£498
Wed 14/523:15JNB - LCY
1 stop20h 15mKLM
Wed 28/520:10LCY - JNB
1 stop24h 10mKLM
Deal found 20/2£513

Find flights from OR Tambo to London within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to London 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 February 2025.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

London

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

10:10-22:55

1 stop14h 45m

London Heathrow

Thu 13/3

18:40-10:25

1 stop13h 45m

£351

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

20:25-17:50

1 stop23h 25m

London Gatwick

Thu 13/3

18:40-10:25

1 stop13h 45m

£351

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

20:25-08:45

1 stop14h 20m

London City

Thu 13/3

19:10-10:25

1 stop13h 15m

£378

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

20:25-18:40

2 stops24h 15m

London Heathrow

Thu 13/3

17:10-10:25

1 stop15h 15m

£379

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/3

10:10-22:55

1 stop14h 45m

London Heathrow

Mon 1/12

08:30-09:30

1 stop23h 00m

£397

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/4

14:30-06:20

1 stop16h 50m

London Gatwick

Tue 29/4

10:10-03:55

1 stop16h 45m

£422

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/4

22:50-17:00

1 stop19h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 23/4

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

£453

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

19:35-16:40

1 stop23h 05m

London City

Mon 31/3

13:05-09:20

1 stop19h 15m

£454

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/5

18:55-05:00

Nonstop11h 05m

London Heathrow

Fri 30/5

22:15-10:15

Nonstop11h 00m

£459

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

23:15-16:15

1 stop18h 00m

London Heathrow

Wed 28/5

06:30-21:20

1 stop13h 50m

£463

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to London

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to London

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to London. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 33 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London (average of £112). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £163). 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 JNB to LON?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to London. Price data was last updated on 27 October 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to London. 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 February 2025.

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

Rainfall in London by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in London by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM and SWISS from Johannesburg to London by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
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Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
654 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,610 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London round-trip?

    Currently priced at £351, SWISS will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £397 and £422, respectively. SWISS is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Virgin Atlantic. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £223. Users have also found prices from £223 and £232 on Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow, Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Gatwick or Johannesburg OR Tambo - London City when deciding on the best route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London.

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

    Before booking your flight to London from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Virgin Atlantic (91%), China Eastern (91%), Finnair( 88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £239. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow) can be booked for £299 on average our data indicates £1,092 when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and landing in London stopover in Doha most frequently. Dubai sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London. Kigali comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall are located about 4.2 mi, 6.8 mi, and 6.5 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about £24 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Frankfurt am Main. Abu Dhabi sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London flights. Zurich comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to London?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to London 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London (average of £112). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £163). 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
EmiratesCheapest£308Average£675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest£308Average£556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£378Average£585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£386Average£607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air AlgerieCheapest£404Average£467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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KLMCheapest£404Average£516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£410Average£589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£423Average£551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapest£458Average£545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£484Average£645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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