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Cheap flights from South Africa to London from £235

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LON
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) 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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£365

One-way from

£235
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 4/2-18/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 40m total
  • South Africa to London
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 00m total
  • South Africa to London

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Fri 27/1209:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/220:05LHR - CPT
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£385
Fri 27/1209:30CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 35mSWISS
Tue 18/220:05LHR - CPT
1 stop23h 50mSWISS
Deal found 17/12£386
Sun 22/1210:10JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/118:40LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£396
Sun 22/1210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Wed 29/111:10LHR - JNB
1 stop17h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 17/12£398
Sun 22/1220:25JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 40mSWISS
Sun 29/1206:00LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 00mSWISS
Deal found 17/12£399
Sat 21/1220:25JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 25mSWISS
Sat 15/218:45LGW - JNB
1 stop24h 50mSWISS
Deal found 17/12£406
Thu 19/1220:25JNB - LCY
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Tue 21/119:10LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 15mSWISS
Deal found 17/12£424
Tue 17/1219:50CPT - LCY
1 stop19h 00mSWISS
Mon 10/209:15LCY - CPT
1 stop23h 40mSWISS
Deal found 17/12£435
Tue 24/1219:40JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 20mAir France
Sun 26/109:00LHR - JNB
1 stop22h 25mAir France
Deal found 17/12£452
Wed 25/1209:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mLufthansa
Mon 20/113:50LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12£463
Tue 24/1219:40JNB - LHR
2 stops17h 05mKLM
Tue 28/117:50LHR - JNB
1 stop26h 10mKLM
Deal found 17/12£474
Wed 25/1223:55JNB - LCY
1 stop19h 45mKLM
Mon 20/118:55LCY - JNB
1 stop25h 05mKLM
Deal found 17/12£479

Find flights from South Africa to London within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 18 December 2024.

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Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/2

19:50-13:40

2 stops19h 50m

London Heathrow

Tue 18/2

20:05-21:55

1 stop23h 50m

£365

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

£392

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/1

19:35-14:05

2 stops20h 30m

London Heathrow

Wed 29/1

07:40-07:05

1 stop21h 25m

£395

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/3

20:25-17:50

1 stop23h 25m

London Gatwick

Mon 24/3

18:45-10:25

1 stop13h 40m

£397

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/12

10:10-22:55

1 stop14h 45m

London Heathrow

Wed 29/1

11:10-07:05

1 stop17h 55m

£398

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

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LCY

CPTLCY

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/2

09:30-08:45

2 stops25h 15m

London City

Tue 18/2

19:10-21:55

1 stop24h 45m

£402

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/1

09:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

London Heathrow

Tue 28/1

06:00-16:40

2 stops32h 40m

£419

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

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

19:35-09:25

1 stop15h 50m

London City

Thu 20/3

17:45-10:25

1 stop14h 40m

£431

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to London

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to London

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London (average of £112). Flying from South Africa to London in July is currently the most expensive (average of £160). 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 ZA to LON?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 18 December 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to London as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to London

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 18 December 2024.

The most flights from ZA0 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 18 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to London, see what other customers have to say about Lufthansa, Air France and KLM. 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
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
787 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to London. 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 to fly from South Africa to London one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £235 on Kenya Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from £261 and Virgin Atlantic from £269 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to London?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to London?

    Before booking your flight to London from South Africa, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Finnair (93%), Iberia (88%), China Eastern( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to London?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £278. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow) can be booked for £304 on average our data indicates £1,177 when flying from South Africa to London.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to London?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to London?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London (average of £112). Flying from South Africa to London in July is currently the most expensive (average of £160). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to London

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to London. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest£306Average£691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest£336Average£582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£351Average£550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£366Average£607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£386Average£542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£393Average£509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air AlgerieCheapest£401Average£463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£412Average£547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£436Average£578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapest£454Average£535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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