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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £362

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 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — JNB
25 Feb — 4 Mar4
4 travellers

The best prices from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or February, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 20 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£488

One-way from

£362

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£612

Good round-trip deal

£649 or less

Good one-way deal

£520 or less
Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 5/5-25/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 50m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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18/5
  • 18/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 20m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2025.

Fri 21/1122:30LHR - JNB
1 stop30h 40mEgyptair
Fri 28/1121:45JNB - LHR
1 stop25h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 19/2£487
Tue 3/622:25LHR - JNB
1 stop35h 10mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/617:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/2£494
Wed 26/220:55LHR - JNB
1 stop33h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 19/310:00JNB - LHR
1 stop30h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/2£498
Fri 28/206:30LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/319:40JNB - LHR
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2£503
Sat 8/317:25LHR - JNB
1 stop20h 50mKenya Airways
Sat 22/317:00JNB - LHR
1 stop24h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2£507
Wed 12/309:00LHR - JNB
1 stop22h 25mAir France
Sun 16/319:40JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 55mAir France
Deal found 19/2£510
Thu 27/222:30LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 6/319:30JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 19/2£513
Tue 11/320:25LHR - JNB
1 stop23h 35mKLM
Tue 18/323:55JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 10mKLM
Deal found 19/2£514
Tue 3/615:05LHR - JNB
2 stops22h 15mRwandAir
Tue 10/616:50JNB - LHR
1 stop17h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 19/2£541

Find flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo 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 20 February 2025.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 5/5

22:10-07:10

1 stop32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

21:45-13:35

1 stop16h 50m

£488

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 3/6

22:25-10:35

1 stop35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/6

17:50-15:05

1 stop22h 15m

£494

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 3/3

20:25-22:00

1 stop23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/3

19:40-10:30

1 stop16h 50m

£503

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sat 8/3

17:25-16:15

1 stop20h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/3

17:00-15:30

1 stop24h 30m

£507

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 19/3

19:20-08:35

1 stop35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

10:00-06:45

1 stop22h 45m

£509

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 12/3

09:00-09:25

1 stop22h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/3

19:40-16:35

1 stop22h 55m

£510

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 11/3

20:25-22:00

1 stop23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/3

23:55-16:05

1 stop18h 10m

£514

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 16/3

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/4

16:50-09:00

1 stop17h 10m

£535

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 4/3

22:30-11:30

Nonstop11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/3

19:30-04:50

Nonstop11h 20m

£539

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 7/4

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/4

22:50-17:00

1 stop19h 10m

£581

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to OR Tambo

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Travel insights for flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £703). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 LHR to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 32% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to OR Tambo. 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 20 February 2025.

The most flights from LHR to JNB 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 OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 20 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from London to Johannesburg, see what other customers have to say about KLM, Austrian Airlines and SWISS. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
774 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
654 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to OR Tambo. 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 Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from £488. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from £498, and Kenya Airways, from £507. Egyptair is 30% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for SWISS. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £366. Users have also found prices from £374 and £391 on Lufthansa and Egyptair, respectively.

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

    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 Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on time: Virgin Atlantic (84%), China Eastern (84%), Finnair (83%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is £446. On average you can expect to pay £1,884. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for £495.

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

    London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Kigali most often. Nairobi is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Lusaka comes next as the third most popular stopover location for London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.

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

    Flights departing from London Heathrow Airport and landing in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport stopover in Munich least frequently. Abu Dhabi is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Istanbul comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £703). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

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Air AlgerieCheapest£388Average£493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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TAAGCheapest£401Average£886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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EgyptairCheapest£432Average£492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£447Average£639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£465Average£635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£466Average£560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapest£471Average£557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£485Average£681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£488Average£730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£489Average£667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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