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Cheap flights to London from R8 727

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to London departing on 20/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Summary info about London flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R5 338

Best Round-Trip Price

R8 727

Fastest flight time

16h 30m

Operated By

6 airlines
The best one-way flight price to London from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 338 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow).
The best round-trip flight price to London from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R8 727 (Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick).
The fastest flight to London from South Africa takes 16h 30m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Gatwick).
There are 6 airlines operating flights to London, including Lufthansa, SWISS and Ethiopian Air.

London flights insights and trends

Explore insights for your London flight to craft the best travel plan

What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to London from South Africa, with most prices found around R11 983. If you are unable to visit London during the month of February, then departing from South Africa during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R12 021.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to London?

The best price found on momondo to London was R1 265/pp from Venice, which is 59% cheaper than the average flight price to London. To find the cheapest price to London from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to London is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as R13 775. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from South Africa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R14 567.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London?

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as R12 446. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around R14 314. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How long does it take to fly to London?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in London you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow takes 11h 05m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to London Heathrow takes 11h 55m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

How far in advance should I book a flight to London?

In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to London is about 49 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are R13 508.

Cheapest flights to London airports

Find the cheapest flights to these London airports from your nearest city or airport
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
London Gatwick Airport

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Johannesburg TO London

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) to London (LON)

Typically, flights to London from Johannesburg are cheaper when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London, which has an average price of R13 508

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTFebruary12% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London costs on average just R11 983 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember10% more expensiveIt costs about R14 898 for flights to London from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember266% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to London from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Frequently asked questions about flying to London

Is there an alternative airport near London?

Those flying to London could potentially find better pricing at London Heathrow Airport (23 km from London city centre), London Gatwick Airport (38 km from London city centre), London Luton Airport (45 km from London city centre), London Stansted Airport (50 km from London city centre) or London Southend Airport (57 km from London city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into London?

London Stansted Airport has an average price of R1 576 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting London. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

Are there flights to Islington?

Yes, you can get a flight ticket to London Heathrow if you want to reach Islington. It is the nearest London airport (25,6 km away).

What’s the closest airport to Central London?

The airport which is nearest to Central London is London Heathrow. It is 23,1 km away and is in London.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to London?

Prices for flights to London refresh daily.

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How old do you have to be to fly to London?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to London.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to London can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at London. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


London flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in South Africa to London found recently by users on momondo
Ethiopian Air
May 20
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
16h 45m
1 stop
LGW6:20London Gatwick
Jun 3
LGW10:10London Gatwick
27h 20m
1 stop
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl
Ethiopian Air
May 26
JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 20m
1 stop
LGW6:20London Gatwick
Jun 16
LGW10:10London Gatwick
16h 45m
1 stop
JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
Ethiopian Air
May 27
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 00m
1 stop
LGW6:20London Gatwick
Jun 25
LGW10:10London Gatwick
32h 50m
1 stop
JNB20:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
Ethiopian Air
May 20
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 00m
1 stop
LGW6:20London Gatwick
May 28
LGW10:10London Gatwick
16h 45m
1 stop
JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
Ethiopian Air
May 11
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
17h 30m
1 stop
LGW6:20London Gatwick
Jun 4
LGW10:10London Gatwick
26h 35m
1 stop
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
Ethiopian Air
May 11
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
17h 30m
1 stop
LGW6:20London Gatwick
Jun 2
LGW10:10London Gatwick
26h 35m
1 stop
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

Find the cheapest one-way flights to London

If you're looking for one-way flights from South Africa to London, view some of our deals below provided by Qatar Airways, SAUDIA and SWISS
SAUDIA
Apr 22
JNB21:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 45m
1 stop
LHR17:25London Heathrow
Qatar Airways
May 6
JNB13:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 15m
1 stop
LHR6:50London Heathrow
SAUDIA
Apr 20
JNB21:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 45m
1 stop
LHR17:25London Heathrow

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to London?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs; momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight for you.

Can I find flights to London with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to London on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to London?

Once all potential London flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight to London right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes. momondo can track flight prices for London and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.


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