Question 1

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and RwandAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from London according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 2

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa 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 South Africa from London for as low as R15 154 on momondo.

Question 3

What cabin class options are available on London to South Africa flights?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Flying to South Africa from London at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R13 946 when looking at flights departing at midday. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around R19 390.

Question 5

What is the cheapest London to South Africa flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl for the best London - South Africa flight prices

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

As of July 2025, 14 flights take off from London and land in South Africa each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

Question 7

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from London is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R12 872, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in March, then you should wait until May to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R12 925.

Question 8

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from London. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was R17 311. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from London to South Africa on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around R20 175. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 9

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Norse Atlantic UK, Hahn Air, and A.P.G. are the most popular carriers operating from London to South Africa

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

As of July 2025, there are 98 flights per week flying from London to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 11

Can stopping save me money on London to South Africa flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between London to South Africa.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from London to South Africa were last updated today.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from London to South Africa is 16 as of July 2025.

Question 14

How old do you have to be to fly from London to South Africa?

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 South Africa.

Question 15

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa 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 South Africa. 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 254	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 799 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
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Norse Atlantic UK	PriceFrom R10 527	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 47 reviews	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R11 021	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 259 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 1 463 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 1 225 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R11 380	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 381 reviews	Search KLM flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

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

What is the cheapest London to South Africa flight route?

Fly from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl for the best London - South Africa flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

What cabin class options are available on London to South Africa flights?

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

Can stopping save me money on London to South Africa flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between London to South Africa.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to South Africa?

Norse Atlantic UK, Hahn Air, and A.P.G. are the most popular carriers operating from London to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

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

As of July 2025, 14 flights take off from London and land in South Africa 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 South Africa on average per week?

As of July 2025, there are 98 flights per week flying from London to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

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

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

How old do you have to be to fly from London to South Africa?

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