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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R12 288 to R15 987. The lowest price recently found on this route was R10 362.

Question 1

How many flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 11 flights per day flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 22:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

Question 2

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to London Heathrow Airport is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as R15 406. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to London Heathrow Airport is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R16 569.

Question 3

How many flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport on average per week?

Accepted Answer

79 flights are operational weekly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from R12 288 to R15 987.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R10 362.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

Which airlines fly to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and RwandAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London Heathrow Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to London Heathrow Airport. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to London Heathrow Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 8

What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow flight route?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to London Heathrow Airport is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as R11 370. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R15 828.

Question 11

How often are flights from Johannesburg to London delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 6% of flights between Johannesburg and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 226 minutes.

Question 12

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 43m.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 14

How far in advance should I book a flight to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London Heathrow Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London Heathrow Airport for around R12 940 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London Heathrow Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as R12 544 on momondo.

Question 15

How have Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights are approximately 41% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 16

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the lowest average return price of R10 827.

Question 17

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Zurich (ZRH) was the most common stop: 20% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 18

What is the cheapest month to fly to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to London Heathrow Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 044, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit London Heathrow Airport in February, then you should wait until March to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 930.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

RwandAir and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow

Question 20

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 13m.

Question 21

Can stopping save me money on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

Question 22

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport were last updated today.

Question 23

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 15 as of December 2025.

Question 24

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

Question 25

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to London Heathrow Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at London Heathrow Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to London Heathrow Airport?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London Heathrow Airport?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London Heathrow Airport?

The cheapest time of day to fly to London Heathrow Airport is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as R11 370. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R15 828.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to London Heathrow Airport?

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

How have Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights are approximately 41% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

RwandAir and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow

Which airlines fly to London Heathrow Airport?

How often are flights from Johannesburg to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 6% of flights between Johannesburg and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 226 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing at night 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?

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

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

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and London Heathrow Airport?

Zurich (ZRH) was the most common stop: 20% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the lowest average return price of R10 827.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Flights connecting via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 13m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 43m.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 11 flights per day flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 22:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport on average per week?

79 flights are operational weekly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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