Question 1

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R14 806 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 United Kingdom for as low as R13 974 on momondo.

Question 2

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

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On average, it takes 12h 22m to fly from United Kingdom to South Africa if you fly out of London (the most popular airport in United Kingdom) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Birmingham and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 13h 50m.

Question 3

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to South Africa delayed?

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Historically, on average around 15% of flights between United Kingdom and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 122 minutes.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Norse Atlantic UK, Lufthansa, and Egyptair are the most popular carriers operating from United Kingdom to South Africa

Question 5

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

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As of January 2026, 167 flights take off from United Kingdom and land in South Africa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 6

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

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Flying to South Africa from United Kingdom in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R16 318 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around R17 091.

Question 7

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

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According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from United Kingdom. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was R15 599. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from United Kingdom to South Africa on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around R16 952. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 23 flights take off from United Kingdom 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 9

Can stopping save me money on United Kingdom to South Africa flights?

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

Question 10

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

British Airways, KLM and Virgin Atlantic are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from United Kingdom according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 41% 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 11

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from United Kingdom is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R12 051, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in May, then you should wait until March to fly from United Kingdom, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R12 134.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic 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 15

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 16

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

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on United Kingdom 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 17

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

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Prices for flights from United Kingdom to South Africa are updated daily.

Question 18

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

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The number of operators available for flights from United Kingdom to South Africa is 16 as of January 2026.

Question 19

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

Question 20

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

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The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

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

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

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

Norse Atlantic UK, Lufthansa, and Egyptair are the most popular carriers operating from United Kingdom to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between United Kingdom and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 122 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon 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?

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

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

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

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

As of January 2026, 23 flights take off from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to South Africa on average per week?

As of January 2026, 167 flights take off from United Kingdom and land in South Africa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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