What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Johannesburg?

Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from London to Johannesburg

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and RwandAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from London according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from London to Johannesburg on average per week?

As of September 2025, there are 77 flights per week flying from London to Johannesburg. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from London to Johannesburg on average per day?

As of September 2025, 11 flights take off from London and land in Johannesburg each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Johannesburg?

Prices for flights from London to Johannesburg were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Johannesburg?

The number of operators available for flights from London to Johannesburg is 15 as of September 2025.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from London to Johannesburg.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Johannesburg?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R12 195 to R16 202. The lowest price recently found on this route was R11 828.

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10:10 - 3:55LGW-JNB

16h 45m1 stop

14:30 - 6:20JNB-LGW

16h 50m1 stop

R11 828Ethiopian Air

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lun., sep. 29 - lun., oct. 13

14:45 - 8:20LHR-JNB

16h 35m1 stop

9:50 - 7:00JNB-LHR

22h 10m1 stop

R11 828Etihad Airways

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jue., sep. 25 - vie., oct. 17

11:00 - 15:50LGW-JNB

27h 50m1 stop

1:25 - 6:50JNB-LGW

30h 25m1 stop

R11 845Kenya Airways

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sáb., sep. 20 - sáb., oct. 4

11:00 - 0:25LGW-JNB

36h 25m1 stop

1:25 - 6:55JNB-LGW

30h 30m1 stop

R11 880Kenya Airways

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sáb., sep. 20 - mar., oct. 7

19:10 - 10:30LCY-JNB

13h 20m1 stop

20:15 - 8:45JNB-LCY

14h 30m1 stop

R11 950SWISS

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jue., nov. 6 - mar., nov. 11

8:40 - 14:20LGW-JNB

27h 40m2 stops

16:50 - 12:35JNB-LGW

21h 45m2 stops

R12 003RwandAir

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sáb., nov. 15 - lun., nov. 24

14:55 - 14:20LHR-JNB

21h 25m2 stops

16:50 - 13:20JNB-LHR

22h 30m2 stops

R12 020RwandAir

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jue., nov. 13 - lun., dic. 1

19:10 - 10:30LCY-JNB

13h 20m1 stop

20:15 - 8:45JNB-LCY

14h 30m1 stop

R12 038SWISS

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jue., nov. 6 - mar., nov. 11

6:30 - 21:20LHR-JNB

13h 50m1 stop

23:30 - 17:35JNB-LHR

19h 05m1 stop

R12 685KLM

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mar., sep. 23 - dom., sep. 28

20:05 - 22:05LCY-JNB

24h 00m1 stop

23:59 - 18:25JNB-LCY

20h 26m1 stop

R13 070KLM

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Ethiopian Air flights from London to Johannesburg

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Ethiopian Air

Sept 29

LGW10:10London Gatwick

16h 45m

1 stop

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 12

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

1 stop

LGW6:20London Gatwick

R11 828

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Oct 5

LHR21:00London Heathrow

15h 05m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 19

JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 30m

1 stop

LHR17:20London Heathrow

R11 845

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Nov 16

LGW10:00London Gatwick

15h 55m

1 stop

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 26

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 10m

1 stop

LGW5:40London Gatwick

R11 863

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Etihad Airways

Sept 25

LHR14:45London Heathrow

16h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 17

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m

1 stop

LHR7:00London Heathrow

R11 828

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Etihad Airways

Nov 3

LHR13:55London Heathrow

16h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 19

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 15m

1 stop

LHR12:05London Heathrow

R11 863

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Nov 3

LHR13:55London Heathrow

16h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 1

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 50m

1 stop

LHR6:40London Heathrow

R11 880

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lun. 29/9

10:10-3:55

1 stop16h 45m

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lun. 13/10

14:30-6:20

1 stop16h 50m

R11 828

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London Heathrow

jue. 25/9

14:45-8:20

1 stop16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 17/10

9:50-7:00

1 stop22h 10m

R11 828

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

sáb. 20/9

11:00-15:50

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 4/10

1:25-6:50

1 stop30h 25m

R11 845

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

sáb. 20/9

11:00-0:25

1 stop36h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 7/10

1:25-6:55

1 stop30h 30m

R11 880

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

jue. 6/11

19:10-10:30

1 stop13h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 11/11

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

R11 950

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

sáb. 15/11

8:40-14:20

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 24/11

16:50-12:35

2 stops21h 45m

R12 003

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

jue. 13/11

14:55-14:20

2 stops21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 1/12

16:50-13:20

2 stops22h 30m

R12 020

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

jue. 6/11

19:10-10:30

1 stop13h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 11/11

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

R12 038

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

mar. 23/9

6:30-21:20

1 stop13h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 28/9

23:30-17:35

1 stop19h 05m

R12 685

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

mar. 28/10

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 2/11

23:59-18:25

1 stop20h 26m

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Johannesburg?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from London to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R12 720. The month of May is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from London averaging around R12 720.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

The cheapest day to depart from London to Johannesburg is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as R16 969. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from London because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R19 095.

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

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from London to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as R13 934. Flying to Johannesburg at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the afternoon when prices are around R18 629.

What is the cheapest London to Johannesburg flight route?

Fly from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best London - Johannesburg flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around R15 760 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from London for as low as R15 065 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on London to Johannesburg flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Johannesburg flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	10h 55m
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The fastest flight from London to Johannesburg takes 10h 55m

Direct flights go from London to Johannesburg every day.

There is 1 airport near Johannesburg: Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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How far is London to Johannesburg by plane?
A flight from London to Johannesburg will travel around 9062,2 km. Flights usually cover this in 13h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Johannesburg?
Prices for flights from London to Johannesburg were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Johannesburg?
The number of operators available for flights from London to Johannesburg is 15 as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from London to Johannesburg?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from London to Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 100	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 860 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R10 112	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 366 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 587	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 410 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 686	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 968 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R10 786	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 469 reviews	Search Air France flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R10 861	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 731 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 125	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 249 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R11 161	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 386 reviews	Search KLM flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R11 236	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,9 281 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom R11 656	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 36 reviews	Search RwandAir flights

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Johannesburg?

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

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

What is the cheapest London to Johannesburg flight route?

Fly from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best London - Johannesburg flight prices

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

What cabin class options are available on London to Johannesburg flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Johannesburg flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Johannesburg?

Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from London to Johannesburg

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

How many flights depart from London to Johannesburg on average per day?

As of September 2025, 11 flights take off from London and land in Johannesburg each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from London to Johannesburg on average per week?

As of September 2025, there are 77 flights per week flying from London to Johannesburg. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

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

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

Best airlines flying from London to Johannesburg

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Why use momondo?

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

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

How can momondo help me find flights from London to Johannesburg?

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

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