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 R10 684 to R14 329. The lowest price recently found on this route was R9 834.

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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 R14 444 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 R13 382 on momondo.

Question 2

How often are flights from London to Johannesburg delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between London and Johannesburg have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 118 minutes.

Question 3

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from London to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as R15 859. Flying to Johannesburg in the evening 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 R16 351.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 70 flights per week flying from London to Johannesburg. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from R10 684 to R14 329.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R9 834.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from London to Johannesburg is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as R15 322. 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 R16 476.

Question 9

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

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 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 10

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

In general, May 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 R11 810. The month of March is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from London averaging around R11 875.

Question 11

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Johannesburg flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 12

What is the cheapest London to Johannesburg flight route?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 10 flights take off from London and land in Johannesburg each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 19:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

Question 14

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Johannesburg flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Ethiopian Air, SWISS, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from London to Johannesburg

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from London to Johannesburg is 14 as of January 2026.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 895	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 200 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 962	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 523 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R10 189	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 442 reviews	Search KLM flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R10 286	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 486 reviews	Search Emirates flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom R10 687	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 40 reviews	Search RwandAir flights

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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?

Ethiopian Air, SWISS, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from London to Johannesburg

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

How often are flights from London to Johannesburg delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between London and Johannesburg have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 118 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Johannesburg flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Johannesburg flights?

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of January 2026, 10 flights take off from London and land in Johannesburg each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 19:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

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

As of January 2026, there are 70 flights per week flying from London to Johannesburg. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

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