Which airlines fly to London?

Based on our data, the most popular airlines that fly to London from South Africa are British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Emirates and SWISS. There may also be other airline options depending on where in South Africa you’re flying from.

Emirates Flights to London

Emirates operates around 77 flights into London in any given week. The most common departure point for these flights was from Dubai Intl, with the best return Emirates deal found being R12 476 (Cape Town Intl to London). Users have rated Emirates 8,1/10 in over 3 409 reviews on momondo.

RwandAir Flights to London

RwandAir flies to London 55 times per week usually, making it a popular airline to fly with, particularly when heading to London from Doha Hamad Intl. RwandAir (rating: 7,7, 37 reviews) varies in price depending on when and where you want to fly to London from. The best RwandAir ticket price found on momondo to London was from Johannesburg OR Tambo (R8 579 return).

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 40m 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.

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9:50 - 6:40JNB-LHR

22h 50m1 stop

19:20 - 8:20LHR-JNB

35h 00m1 stop

R10 441Etihad Airways

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Wed, Feb 11 - Mon, Mar 9

16:50 - 7:00JNB-LHR

15h 10m1 stop

21:20 - 14:20LHR-JNB

16h 00m1 stop

R10 458RwandAir

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Sat, Apr 4 - Tue, Apr 14

14:30 - 5:40JNB-LGW

17h 10m1 stop

10:00 - 3:55LGW-JNB

15h 55m1 stop

R10 475Ethiopian Air

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Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 8

3:10 - 6:20JNB-LHR

29h 10m1 stop

20:30 - 14:20LHR-JNB

15h 50m1 stop

R10 475RwandAir

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Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 22

22:00 - 7:20JNB-LHR

11h 20mdirect

19:40 - 8:35LHR-JNB

10h 55mdirect

R10 560Virgin Atlantic

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Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 4

14:35 - 6:35CPT-LHR

18h 00m1 stop

20:15 - 13:00LHR-CPT

14h 45m1 stop

R10 731Ethiopian Air

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Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 26

20:15 - 8:45JNB-LCY

14h 30m1 stop

17:40 - 10:30LCY-JNB

14h 50m1 stop

R10 748SWISS

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Tue, Feb 10 - Wed, Mar 11

20:15 - 8:40JNB-LCY

14h 25m1 stop

17:50 - 10:30LCY-JNB

14h 40m1 stop

R10 765SWISS

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Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 2

22:20 - 17:55JNB-STN

21h 35m1 stop

20:15 - 16:35STN-JNB

18h 20m1 stop

R12 587Emirates

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Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 4

18:50 - 12:05JNB-STN

19h 15m1 stop

14:05 - 10:25STN-JNB

18h 20m1 stop

R12 638Emirates

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JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

9:50-6:40

1 stop22h 50m

London Heathrow

Mon 9/3

19:20-8:20

1 stop35h 00m

R10 441

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

16:50-7:00

1 stop15h 10m

London Heathrow

Tue 14/4

21:20-14:20

1 stop16h 00m

R10 458

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

London Gatwick

Sun 8/2

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

R10 475

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

3:10-6:20

1 stop29h 10m

London Heathrow

Sun 22/2

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

R10 475

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

22:00-7:20

Nonstop11h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 4/12

19:40-8:35

Nonstop10h 55m

R10 560

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

14:35-6:35

1 stop18h 00m

London Heathrow

Wed 26/11

20:15-13:00

1 stop14h 45m

R10 731

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

London City

Wed 11/3

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

R10 748

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

20:15-8:40

1 stop14h 25m

London City

Mon 2/2

17:50-10:30

1 stop14h 40m

R10 765

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

22:20-17:55

1 stop21h 35m

London Stansted

Thu 4/12

20:15-16:35

1 stop18h 20m

R12 587

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

18:50-12:05

1 stop19h 15m

London Stansted

Fri 20/2

14:05-10:25

1 stop18h 20m

R12 638

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London flights insights and trends

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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 R10 662. If you are unable to visit London during the month of February, then departing from South Africa during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R11 804.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to London?

The best price found on momondo to London was R3 019/pp from Belfast, which is 51% 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 Sunday when prices can be found for as low as R15 571. 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 663.

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 R11 136. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around R15 984. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 R12 948 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 502 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	16% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London costs on average just R10 662 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	August	14% more expensive	It costs about R14 410 for flights to London from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	232% more users visited	More 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	R3 321
Best Round-Trip Price	R10 441
Fastest flight time	11h 45m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to London from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R3 321 (Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick).

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The best round-trip flight price to London from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 441 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow).

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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 8% 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 76 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are R12 617.

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 Luton Airport has an average price of R1 851 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 Hackney?

Yes, you can get a flight ticket to London City if you want to reach Hackney. It is the nearest London airport (9,9 km away).

What’s the closest airport to King's Cross Railway Station?

The airport which is nearest to King's Cross Railway Station is London City. It is 12,4 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 November 2025, there are 21 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.

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

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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.

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