How long is the flight from South Africa to United Kingdom?

On average, it takes 11h 05m to fly from South Africa to United Kingdom if you fly out of Johannesburg OR Tambo (the most popular airport in South Africa) and into London Heathrow (the most popular airport in United Kingdom). If you’re flying out of Cape Town Intl and into London Heathrow, then the flight time is around 11h 40m.

What are the most popular cities to visit in United Kingdom?

For momondo users, the most popular city in United Kingdom is London, which is visited about 77% more often than any other city in United Kingdom. Other very common cities that our users travel to are Manchester and Edinburgh.

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Flights to London

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Lufthansa

May 13

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14h 55m

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Jun 10

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Jan 20

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Jan 29

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Jan 15

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Feb 25

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Feb 9

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Feb 18

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Apr 28

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Jan 19

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Feb 1

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SWISS

Jan 21

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Jan 29

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Austrian Airlines

Feb 10

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Feb 17

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Jan 28

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Feb 4

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Jan 22

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Feb 4

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Lufthansa

Jan 20

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Flights to Manchester

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Etihad Airways

Jan 21

JNB

22h 20m

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MAN

Jan 25

MAN

21h 55m

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Jan 21

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Jan 25

MAN

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Feb 11

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MAN

Feb 18

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Feb 11

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Feb 18

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Feb 11

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Feb 18

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KLM

Jan 29

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Feb 5

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 10

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18h 55m

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Feb 16

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Lufthansa

Feb 9

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MAN

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Feb 9

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MAN

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 29

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19h 50m

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MAN

Feb 5

MAN

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Lufthansa

Feb 2

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Feb 11

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 9

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Flights to Edinburgh

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 9

CPT

24h 05m

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Feb 16

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22h 50m

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KLM

Jun 11

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17h 40m

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Jun 20

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Qatar Airways

Jan 23

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26h 00m

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Jan 30

EDI

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Feb 9

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Feb 9

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Qatar Airways

Feb 8

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Feb 9

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KLM

Feb 10

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Feb 12

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16h 50m

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Feb 12

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16h 50m

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Emirates

Feb 10

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34h 40m

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Apr 13

JNB

22h 55m

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Flights to Birmingham

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KLM

Mar 8

JNB

18h 51m

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BHX

Mar 28

BHX

22h 30m

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Feb 10

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24h 20m

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Feb 17

BHX

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Feb 10

CPT

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BHX

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Feb 10

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BHX

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Mar 8

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14h 20m

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Mar 28

BHX

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JNB

R12 713

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Feb 19

JNB

16h 55m

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BHX

21h 45m

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Emirates

Feb 8

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19h 10m

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BHX

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Feb 19

JNB

16h 55m

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Mar 19

BHX

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Mar 8

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BHX

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Emirates

Jan 22

CPT

31h 05m

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BHX

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Jan 22

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24h 00m

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Jan 22

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31h 05m

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BHX

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Flights to Glasgow

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KLM

Feb 9

JNB

24h 11m

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Feb 16

GLA

26h 45m

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May 9

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33h 10m

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Feb 4

CPT

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KLM

Feb 9

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Feb 10

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Feb 10

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Emirates

Feb 10

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KLM

Feb 9

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May 9

CPT

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GLA

22h 45m

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Emirates

Jan 21

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24h 10m

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29h 00m

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10:10 - 8:05

JNB

LHR

23h 55m1 stop

11:05 - 9:30

LHR

JNB

20h 25m2 stops

R9 884Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 18 - Mon, Feb 2

10:10 - 22:55

JNB

LHR

14h 45m1 stop

17:10 - 10:30

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JNB

15h 20m1 stop

R9 901Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 20 - Thu, Jan 29

20:15 - 8:05

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LHR

13h 50m1 stop

14:25 - 10:30

LHR

JNB

18h 05m2 stops

R9 934SWISS

Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 3

19:45 - 8:45

JNB

LHR

15h 00m1 stop

13:50 - 7:05

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JNB

15h 15m1 stop

R9 951Lufthansa

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 23

19:00 - 8:40

JNB

LHR

14h 40m1 stop

13:40 - 6:40

LHR

JNB

16h 00m1 stop

R9 984Lufthansa

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5

20:15 - 8:05

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LHR

13h 50m1 stop

18:40 - 10:30

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JNB

13h 50m1 stop

R10 051SWISS

Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 29

23:59 - 17:20

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LCY

19h 21m1 stop

20:05 - 22:05

LCY

JNB

24h 00m1 stop

R11 265KLM

Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 1

23:59 - 17:20

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LCY

19h 21m1 stop

20:05 - 22:05

LCY

JNB

24h 00m1 stop

R11 282KLM

Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 1

10:25 - 12:05

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STN

27h 40m1 stop

20:15 - 20:35

STN

JNB

22h 20m1 stop

R12 114Emirates

Wed, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 17

10:25 - 12:05

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STN

27h 40m1 stop

20:15 - 16:35

STN

JNB

18h 20m1 stop

R12 164Emirates

Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18

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JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

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Sun 18/1

10:10-8:05

1 stop23h 55m

London Heathrow

Mon 2/2

11:05-9:30

2 stops20h 25m

R9 884

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

10:10-22:55

1 stop14h 45m

London Heathrow

Thu 29/1

17:10-10:30

1 stop15h 20m

R9 901

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

20:15-8:05

1 stop13h 50m

London Heathrow

Tue 3/2

14:25-10:30

2 stops18h 05m

R9 934

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

19:45-8:45

1 stop15h 00m

London Heathrow

Mon 23/2

13:50-7:05

1 stop15h 15m

R9 951

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

19:00-8:40

1 stop14h 40m

London Heathrow

Tue 5/5

13:40-6:40

1 stop16h 00m

R9 984

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

20:15-8:05

1 stop13h 50m

London Heathrow

Thu 29/1

18:40-10:30

1 stop13h 50m

R10 051

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

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Mon 19/1

23:59-17:20

1 stop19h 21m

London City

Sun 1/2

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

R11 265

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JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

23:59-17:20

1 stop19h 21m

London City

Sun 1/2

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

R11 282

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

10:25-12:05

1 stop27h 40m

London Stansted

Sat 17/1

20:15-20:35

1 stop22h 20m

R12 114

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

10:25-12:05

1 stop27h 40m

London Stansted

Sun 18/1

20:15-16:35

1 stop18h 20m

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What is the cheapest flight to United Kingdom?

If you are looking to fly to United Kingdom for less, look to airlines like easyJet, Aer Lingus, and Ryanair, with prices starting at R332, R822, and R825 respectively.

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Best One-Way Price	R3 777
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 884
Fastest flight time	11h 45m
Popular in	April

The best one-way flight price to United Kingdom from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R3 777 (Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick).

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The best round-trip flight price to United Kingdom from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R9 884 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow).

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The fastest flight to United Kingdom from South Africa takes 11h 45m (Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick).

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April has the highest demand for flights to United Kingdom, with a 2% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to the United Kingdom

What popular landmarks are in United Kingdom?

United Kingdom is full of notable places to explore, many with significant historical value to the region and the world. Some of the most popular landmarks in United Kingdom are Eventim Apollo, Etihad Stadium, Royal Albert Hall, and Russell Square, among many more.

What is the best airport to land at to visit Eventim Apollo?

The closest airport to Eventim Apollo is London Heathrow Airport, which is located in London. If you plan on visiting or staying in this area, landing at London Heathrow Airport will be your best bet.

Which airlines fly to United Kingdom?

British Airways is the most popular airline offering flights to United Kingdom, with 44% of our users opting to fly with them when travelling to United Kingdom. Other popular options include Emirates and Virgin Atlantic. There are a total of 15 different airlines flying to United Kingdom.

What is the most popular airport in United Kingdom to fly to?

32% of our momondo users travelling to United Kingdom in the past year chose to fly into London Heathrow in the past year, making it the most popular airport in United Kingdom. The London Heathrow airport serves the city of London.

How much are flights to United Kingdom?

The cheapest flight to United Kingdom recently found on momondo was R2 786. If you’re unable to find a flight deal this cheap, keep in mind that anything less than R31 290 is considered a good price for flights to United Kingdom. R37 037 is the average cost to fly to United Kingdom, while R353 927 is the most expensive.

What is the best day of the week to fly to United Kingdom?

Flying to United Kingdom on a Sunday or Wednesday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to United Kingdom is on a Saturday.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to United Kingdom?

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights to United Kingdom?

There are 24 operators available for flights to United Kingdom as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 to United Kingdom.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your United Kingdom trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to United Kingdom?

Finding the right flight to United Kingdom is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to United Kingdom quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to United Kingdom which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights to United Kingdom?

Once you have performed a search for flights to United Kingdom, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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

Price alerts on flights to United Kingdom are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.