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

4 flights are operational weekly from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 25% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Qatar Airways, Norse Atlantic UK, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to London Gatwick

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

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

How long does it take to fly to London Gatwick Airport?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in South Africa, such as Johannesburg or Cape Town, and flying into London Gatwick Airport, then you can expect flight times to average 11h 10m and 11h 40m, respectively.

Which airlines fly to London Gatwick Airport?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London Gatwick Airport from South Africa according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to London Gatwick Airport. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to London Gatwick Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

How often are flights from South Africa to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 24% of flights between South Africa and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 158 minutes.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of January 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport.

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

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 South Africa to London Gatwick Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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

If you aren’t able to travel to London Gatwick Airport during the month of May, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R11 093.

What is the cheapest South Africa to London Gatwick flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London Gatwick Airport from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London Gatwick Airport for around R11 978 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London Gatwick Airport from South Africa for as low as R10 904 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to London Gatwick 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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No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between South Africa to London Gatwick Airport.

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Fastest flight time	11h 45m
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The best one-way flight to London Gatwick Airport from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R4 013. The best return flight deal from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R8 902.

The fastest flight from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport takes 11h 45m

Direct flights go from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

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As of January 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport?
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 South Africa to London Gatwick Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London Gatwick Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport is Boeing 787 Dreamliner (36,90% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (35,74%), Boeing 777-300ER (10,82%), and Boeing 777 (10,78%).

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If you aren’t able to travel to London Gatwick Airport during the month of May, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R11 093.

What is the cheapest South Africa to London Gatwick flight route?

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

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to London Gatwick 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 South Africa to London Gatwick Airport flights?

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

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

Qatar Airways, Norse Atlantic UK, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to London Gatwick

Which airlines fly to London Gatwick Airport?

How often are flights from South Africa to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 24% of flights between South Africa and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 158 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

4 flights are operational weekly from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 25% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to London Gatwick Airport?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in South Africa, such as Johannesburg or Cape Town, and flying into London Gatwick Airport, then you can expect flight times to average 11h 10m and 11h 40m, respectively.

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