Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

British Airways, RwandAir and Virgin Atlantic 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 July 2025, there are 70 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 July 2025, 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.

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

Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from London to Johannesburg

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 16 as of July 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.

R7 167 Cheap Flights from London to Johannesburg in 2025

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 R15 813 to R21 946. The lowest price recently found on this route was R9 805.

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6:35 - 7:05LHR-JNB

22h 30m1 stop

10:10 - 22:55JNB-LHR

14h 45m1 stop

R9 805Lufthansa

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Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 18

11:10 - 7:05LHR-JNB

17h 55m1 stop

10:10 - 22:55JNB-LHR

14h 45m1 stop

R9 823Lufthansa

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Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 18

14:00 - 7:10LHR-JNB

15h 10m1 stop

21:45 - 12:35JNB-LHR

16h 50m1 stop

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Sat, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 23

22:30 - 7:10LHR-JNB

30h 40m1 stop

21:45 - 8:40JNB-LHR

36h 55m1 stop

R10 857Egyptair

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Fri, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 30

10:00 - 3:55LGW-JNB

15h 55m1 stop

14:30 - 5:10JNB-LGW

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R12 640Ethiopian Air

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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3

10:10 - 3:55LGW-JNB

16h 45m1 stop

14:30 - 6:25JNB-LGW

16h 55m1 stop

R12 961Ethiopian Air

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Tue, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 22

11:00 - 15:50LGW-JNB

27h 50m1 stop

1:25 - 6:50JNB-LGW

30h 25m1 stop

R13 032Kenya Airways

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Thu, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 9

11:10 - 10:55LGW-JNB

21h 45m1 stop

17:00 - 5:50JNB-LGW

14h 50m1 stop

R13 104Kenya Airways

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Sat, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 23

20:05 - 22:05LCY-JNB

24h 00m1 stop

23:59 - 13:15JNB-LCY

15h 16m1 stop

R13 531KLM

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Mon, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 24

19:00 - 21:20LCY-JNB

25h 20m1 stop

23:15 - 18:30JNB-LCY

20h 15m1 stop

R13 549KLM

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Emirates flights from London to Johannesburg

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Emirates

Sept 11

STN21:10London Stansted

31h 20m

1 stop

JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 25

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 45m

1 stop

STN12:55London Stansted

R15 100

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Emirates

Sept 11

STN21:10London Stansted

18h 05m

1 stop

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 25

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m

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STN18:45London Stansted

R15 118

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Aug 7

STN21:10London Stansted

18h 05m

1 stop

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 29

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 45m

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STN12:55London Stansted

R16 134

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Egyptair flights from London to Johannesburg

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Egyptair

Nov 1

LHR14:00London Heathrow

15h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 23

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

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LHR12:35London Heathrow

R10 786

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Egyptair

Nov 14

LHR22:30London Heathrow

30h 40m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 30

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 55m

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LHR8:40London Heathrow

R10 857

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Egyptair

Nov 15

LHR9:40London Heathrow

19h 30m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 23

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

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LHR12:35London Heathrow

R10 875

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Johannesburg

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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 872. The month of May is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from London averaging around R12 925.

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 R17 311. 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 R20 175.

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 R14 198. 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 R19 390.

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 R16 026 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 154 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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Best price found	R7 167
Fastest flight time	12h 50m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Johannesburg	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Johannesburg from London in the past 72 hours is R7 167. The best return flight deal from London to Johannesburg found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R9 805.

The fastest flight from London to Johannesburg takes 12h 50m

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 12h 50m, 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 16 as of July 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.

Best airlines flying from London to Johannesburg

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 254	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 800 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R10 348	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 361 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 889	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 921 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R11 021	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 265 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R11 067	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 679 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Air France	PriceFrom R11 156	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 465 reviews	Search Air France flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R11 320	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 295 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 336	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 227 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R11 380	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 383 reviews	Search KLM flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R11 459	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,9 274 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights

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