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R4 274 Cheap flights to London

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Norse Atlantic UK Logo
0:10 - 10:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick
11h 45mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
9:55 - 22:10LGW  London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 15mdirect
R10 248Norse Atlantic UK
Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 30
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
0:10 - 10:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick
11h 45mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
9:55 - 22:10LGW  London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 15mdirect
R10 248Norse Atlantic UK
Fri, Sep 25 - Wed, Sep 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 - 21:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick
11h 45mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 - 7:35LGW  London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 45m2 stops Dublin Zurich
R10 604Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
0:10 - 10:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick
11h 45mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:35 - 12:40LGW  London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 05m3 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 847Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
SWISS Logo
9:20 - 8:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow
24h 45m1 stop Zurich
SWISS Logo
20:05 - 7:35LHR  London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 30m1 stop Zurich
R11 430SWISS
Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20
RwandAir Logo
17:45 - 6:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LHR London Heathrow
14h 35m1 stop Kigali Intl
RwandAir Logo
20:20 - 13:55LHR  London Heathrow-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 35m1 stop Kigali Intl
R11 462RwandAir
Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 12
RwandAir Logo
17:45 - 7:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LHR London Heathrow
14h 35m1 stop Kigali Intl
RwandAir Logo
21:20 - 13:55LHR  London Heathrow-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 35m1 stop Kigali Intl
R11 478RwandAir
Wed, Sep 16 - Fri, Oct 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:30 - 22:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LGW London Gatwick
35h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:30 - 9:40LGW  London Gatwick-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 10m2 stops Istanbul Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R11 478Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Jan 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:30 - 9:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LGW London Gatwick
45h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:25 - 9:40LGW  London Gatwick-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 15m2 stops Istanbul Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R11 494Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Thu, Jan 28
SWISS Logo
9:20 - 21:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow
14h 20m1 stop Zurich
SWISS Logo
12:05 - 7:35LHR  London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 30m1 stop Zurich
R11 511SWISS
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 28

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Cape TownLondon

CPT Cape Town Intl - LGW London Gatwick

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

0:10-10:55

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Wed 30/9

9:55-22:10

Nonstop11h 15m

R10 248

Cape TownLondon

CPT Cape Town Intl - LGW London Gatwick

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/9

0:10-10:55

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Wed 30/9

9:55-22:10

Nonstop11h 15m

R10 248

Cape TownLondon

CPT Cape Town Intl - LGW London Gatwick

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

11:30-21:15

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Tue 24/11

8:50-7:35

2 stops20h 45m

R10 604

Cape TownLondon

CPT Cape Town Intl - LGW London Gatwick

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

0:10-10:55

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Tue 13/10

20:35-12:40

3 stops39h 05m

R10 847

Cape TownLondon

CPT Cape Town Intl - LHR London Heathrow

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/11

9:20-8:05

1 stop24h 45m

London Heathrow

Fri 20/11

20:05-7:35

1 stop33h 30m

R11 430

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LHR London Heathrow

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

17:45-6:20

1 stop14h 35m

London Heathrow

Thu 12/11

20:20-13:55

1 stop15h 35m

R11 462

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LHR London Heathrow

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

17:45-7:20

1 stop14h 35m

London Heathrow

Fri 9/10

21:20-13:55

1 stop15h 35m

R11 478

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LGW London Gatwick

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

13:30-22:35

2 stops35h 05m

London Gatwick

Tue 12/1

6:30-9:40

2 stops25h 10m

R11 478

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LGW London Gatwick

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

13:30-9:10

2 stops45h 40m

London Gatwick

Thu 28/1

17:25-9:40

2 stops38h 15m

R11 494

Cape TownLondon

CPT Cape Town Intl - LHR London Heathrow

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/11

9:20-21:40

1 stop14h 20m

London Heathrow

Sat 28/11

12:05-7:35

1 stop17h 30m

R11 511

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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 446. 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 R11 802.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to London?

The best price found on momondo to London was R1 083/pp from Lisbon, which is 80% 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 Thursday when prices can be found for as low as R15 035. 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 R16 152.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London for around R13 553 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London from South Africa for as low as R12 968 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to London

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Find flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Gatwick Airport
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTFebruary12% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London costs on average just R11 446 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTJuly15% more expensiveIt costs about R14 894 for flights to London from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember272% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to London from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Cheap London flight deals and tips

Summary info about London flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R4 274

Best Round-Trip Price

R10 248

Fastest flight time

11h 45m

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The best one-way flight price to London from South Africa in the last 5 days is R4 274 (Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick).
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The best return flight price to London from South Africa in the last 5 days is R10 248 (Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick).
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The fastest flight to London from South Africa takes 11h 45m (Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick).
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July has the highest demand for flights to London, with a 9% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to London

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 14 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are R12 904.

Is there an alternative airport near London?

Those flying to London could potentially find better pricing at London City Airport (12 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 Southend Airport has an average price of R1 210 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 City of London?

Yes, you can get a flight ticket to London Heathrow if you want to reach City of London. It is the nearest London airport (25,7 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.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to London?

As of August 2026, there are 19 operators available to choose from for flights to London.

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.

Travelling to a place near London?

Book flights to London if you plan to visit one of these locations
Hounslow
Guildford
Sutton
Watford
Ashford
Croydon
Richmond
Margate
Slough
Ilford
Canterbury
High Wycombe
Borehamwood
Ramsgate
Gatwick
Henley-on-Thames
Twickenham
Hatfield
Milton Keynes
Newbury

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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