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Cheap flights from South Africa to the United Kingdom from R3 788

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RwandAir Logo
3:10 - 6:20
JNB
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LHR
29h 10m1 stop
RwandAir Logo
20:30 - 2:20
LHR
-
JNB
27h 50m1 stop
R10 058RwandAir
Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 10
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 18:10
JNB
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LHR
34h 20m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
8:50 - 8:20
LHR
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JNB
21h 30m1 stop
R10 074Etihad Airways
Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 1
Lufthansa Logo
8:45 - 22:40
JNB
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LHR
14h 55m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
18:30 - 8:35
LHR
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JNB
13h 05m1 stop
R10 158Lufthansa
Fri, May 8 - Fri, May 29
Lufthansa Logo
8:45 - 22:40
JNB
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LHR
14h 55m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
18:30 - 8:35
LHR
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JNB
13h 05m1 stop
R10 259Lufthansa
Fri, May 8 - Sat, May 30
SWISS Logo
20:15 - 8:40
JNB
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LCY
14h 25m1 stop
SWISS Logo
19:15 - 9:20
LCY
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JNB
13h 05m1 stop
R10 410SWISS
Wed, Jan 28 - Sun, Apr 26
SWISS Logo
20:15 - 17:50
JNB
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LGW
23h 35m1 stop
SWISS Logo
18:40 - 10:30
LGW
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JNB
13h 50m1 stop
R10 879SWISS
Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 26
KLM Logo
23:59 - 17:20
JNB
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LCY
19h 21m1 stop
KLM Logo
17:50 - 22:05
LCY
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JNB
26h 15m1 stop
R11 298KLM
Thu, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 20
KLM Logo
23:59 - 17:20
JNB
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LCY
19h 21m1 stop
KLM Logo
17:50 - 22:05
LCY
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JNB
26h 15m1 stop
R11 315KLM
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 12:05
CPT
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STN
24h 25m1 stop
Emirates Logo
20:15 - 11:40
STN
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CPT
37h 25m1 stop
R11 935Emirates
Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 25
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 6:40
CPT
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LGW
19h 00m1 stop
Emirates Logo
13:35 - 11:40
LGW
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CPT
20h 05m1 stop
R12 036Emirates
Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 25

RwandAir flights from South Africa to United Kingdom

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RwandAir
Feb 2
JNB3:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m
1 stop
LHR6:20London Heathrow
Feb 10
LHR20:30London Heathrow
27h 50m
1 stop
JNB2:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 058
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RwandAir
Mar 3
JNB3:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m
1 stop
LHR6:20London Heathrow
Mar 18
LHR20:30London Heathrow
15h 50m
1 stop
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 175
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RwandAir
Dec 25
JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 30m
1 stop
LHR6:20London Heathrow
Jan 10
LHR20:30London Heathrow
15h 50m
1 stop
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 544
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Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to United Kingdom

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Etihad Airways
Jan 19
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 20m
1 stop
LHR18:10London Heathrow
Feb 1
LHR8:50London Heathrow
21h 30m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 074
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Etihad Airways
Jan 14
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 40m
1 stop
LHR14:30London Heathrow
Jan 21
LHR20:55London Heathrow
33h 25m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 309
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Etihad Airways
Jan 14
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 50m
1 stop
LHR6:40London Heathrow
Jan 21
LHR20:55London Heathrow
33h 25m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 326
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to United Kingdom that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 22 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to the United Kingdom that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

3:10-6:20

1 stop29h 10m

London Heathrow

Tue 10/2

20:30-2:20

1 stop27h 50m

R10 058

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

9:50-18:10

1 stop34h 20m

London Heathrow

Sun 1/2

8:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R10 074

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

8:45-22:40

1 stop14h 55m

London Heathrow

Fri 29/5

18:30-8:35

1 stop13h 05m

R10 158

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

8:45-22:40

1 stop14h 55m

London Heathrow

Sat 30/5

18:30-8:35

1 stop13h 05m

R10 259

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

20:15-8:40

1 stop14h 25m

London City

Sun 26/4

19:15-9:20

1 stop13h 05m

R10 410

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

20:15-17:50

1 stop23h 35m

London Gatwick

Mon 26/1

18:40-10:30

1 stop13h 50m

R10 879

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

23:59-17:20

1 stop19h 21m

London City

Fri 20/2

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

R11 298

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

23:59-17:20

1 stop19h 21m

London City

Wed 11/2

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

R11 315

Cape TownLondon

CPT - STN

CPTSTN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/1

13:40-12:05

1 stop24h 25m

London Stansted

Sun 25/1

20:15-11:40

1 stop37h 25m

R11 935

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/1

13:40-6:40

1 stop19h 00m

London Gatwick

Sun 25/1

13:35-11:40

1 stop20h 05m

R12 036

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to United Kingdom

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to United Kingdom?

If you’re not able to fly to United Kingdom in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to United Kingdom during March average around R11 583.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United Kingdom?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to United Kingdom is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as R15 068. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to United Kingdom on Saturday is R16 301.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from South Africa to United Kingdom when you can find flight prices for as low as R10 783. Flying to United Kingdom in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R15 548.

What is the cheapest South Africa to United Kingdom flight route?

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to United Kingdom?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to United Kingdom from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to United Kingdom for around R12 748 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to United Kingdom from South Africa for as low as R12 337 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom flights?

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

Cheap South Africa to United Kingdom flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from South Africa to United Kingdom

Best price found

R3 716

Fastest flight time

11h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in United Kingdom

1 286 airports
The best one-way flight to United Kingdom from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R3 716. The best return flight deal from South Africa to United Kingdom found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 391.
The fastest flight from South Africa to United Kingdom takes 11h 15m
Direct flights go from South Africa to United Kingdom every day.
There are 1 286 airports in United Kingdom. From South Africa there are direct flights to London Heathrow (LHR).
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to United Kingdom?

    Prices for flights from South Africa to United Kingdom are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to United Kingdom?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to United Kingdom?

    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 South Africa to United Kingdom.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United Kingdom?

    The required travel and health documents for your United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom. 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 United Kingdom?

Best airlines flying from South Africa to United Kingdom

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from South Africa to United Kingdom with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
SWISSPriceFrom R6 444Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 817 reviews
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Norse Atlantic UKPriceFrom R7 079Free CancellationRating
7,2
51 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom R7 562Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 644 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R8 274Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 511 reviews
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RwandAirPriceFrom R8 444Free CancellationRating
7,7
37 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R8 833Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 107 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R8 913Free CancellationRating
7,2
916 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R9 231Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 432 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R9 337Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 336 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom R10 053Free CancellationRating
6,8
287 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to United Kingdom?

It is quick and easy to find South Africa to United Kingdom flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to United Kingdom that suits you.

Can I find flights from South Africa to United Kingdom with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from South Africa to United Kingdom with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to United Kingdom?

Once all potential South Africa to United Kingdom flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from South Africa to United Kingdom right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to United Kingdom from South Africa. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

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