R6 717 Find Cheap Flights from London to Johannesburg

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Cheap Flight Deals from London to Johannesburg (LON-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from London to Johannesburg that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from London to Johannesburg

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from London to Johannesburg.
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7:05 - 7:30STN-JNB
23h 25m2 stops
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17:50 - 11:30JNB-STN
18h 40m2 stops
R9 470
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Mon, Jun 2 - Sun, Jun 8
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7:05 - 7:30STN-JNB
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17:50 - 11:30JNB-STN
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R9 545
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7:05 - 7:30STN-JNB
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17:50 - 23:59JNB-STN
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Mon, Jun 2 - Sun, Jun 15
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10:10 - 3:55LGW-JNB
16h 45m1 stop
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14:30 - 6:20JNB-LGW
16h 50m1 stop
R11 089Ethiopian Air
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Sun, Jun 8 - Sun, Jun 15
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10:10 - 3:55LGW-JNB
16h 45m1 stop
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14:30 - 6:20JNB-LGW
16h 50m1 stop
R11 461Ethiopian Air
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Sun, Jun 8 - Sun, Jun 15
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21:20 - 14:20LHR-JNB
16h 00m1 stop
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16:50 - 9:00JNB-LHR
17h 10m1 stop
R12 875RwandAir
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Fri, Jun 6 - Sun, Jun 15
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21:20 - 14:20LHR-JNB
16h 00m1 stop
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16:50 - 9:45JNB-LHR
17h 55m1 stop
R12 987RwandAir
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Sun, Jun 22 - Thu, Jun 26
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21:25 - 9:25LHR-JNB
11h 00mdirect
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19:25 - 5:35JNB-LHR
11h 10mdirect
R13 061British Airways
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19:05 - 7:00LHR-JNB
10h 55mdirect
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21:15 - 7:30JNB-LHR
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R13 117British Airways
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22:15 - 10:20LHR-JNB
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20:40 - 6:45JNB-LHR
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R15 220Virgin Atlantic
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KAYAK's insights & trends for London to Johannesburg flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to Johannesburg to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest London to Johannesburg flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from London to Johannesburg.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from London to Johannesburg cost R14 097 and was between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is R14 097.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Johannesburg?

The average price of all round-trip flights from London to Johannesburg clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from London to Johannesburg, look for departures on Sundays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Johannesburg, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Johannesburg?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Johannesburg, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from London to Johannesburg is May, where tickets cost R13 210 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R21 881 and R20 783 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Johannesburg?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Johannesburg, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Johannesburg, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 3 weeks before departure.


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Flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg

When to book flights from London to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from London to Johannesburg: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from London to Johannesburg 
GerhardFlew with British AirwaysLHR-JNBApr 2024
dont rely on the departure boards in the BA lounge. And prepare to have to tag and check in your own bag, even when flying business class
GregFlew with British AirwaysLHR-JNBDec 2023
Leave at least an hour for luggage to arrive at JNB.

FAQs for booking flights from London to Johannesburg

  • What is the cheapest flight from London to Johannesburg?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Johannesburg was R361 for a one-way ticket and R509 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London to Johannesburg?

    On your way to Johannesburg, you’ll fly out from London Heathrow. You’ll be landing in one of Johannesburg’s 2 airports: Johannesburg Lanseria or Johannesburg OR Tambo.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Johannesburg?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Johannesburg?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between London and Johannesburg, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Johannesburg from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Johannesburg with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Johannesburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Johannesburg from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from London to Johannesburg?

Find which airlines fly direct from London to Johannesburg, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London to Johannesburg

Monday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Tuesday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Wednesday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Thursday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Friday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Saturday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Sunday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

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Direct returns

Johannesburg to London

Monday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Tuesday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Wednesday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Thursday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Friday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Saturday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Sunday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

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Top 5 airlines serving from London to Johannesburg

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from London to Johannesburg. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from London to Johannesburg? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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KLMOverall score based on 1336 reviews
7,8Boarding
8,4Crew
7,2Food
7,1Entertainment
7,7Comfort
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Cabin crew were excellent, very proffesional, polite and friendly, in flight snack was underwhelming, a packet of cheese biscuits, im sure KLM could run to a sandwich!

10,0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025INL - AMS
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Cabin crew were excellent, very proffesional, polite and friendly, in flight snack was underwhelming, a packet of cheese biscuits, im sure KLM could run to a sandwich!

You should not have to pay for WiFi in business class

Transfer at Amsterdam airport is very convenient and the airport is easy to navigate. Boarding was also quick and easy. Cabin crew were excellent and the meals were good, although lacking in options.

Overall very positive. Boarding was quick and organized. Cabin was clean and seats were reasonably comfortable. Cabin crew was excellent and the meals provided were also of good quality

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

Great boarding, great short flight but no entertainment whatsoever. It was supposed to have wifi but that did not work.

Transfer at CDG to connecting KLM flight to Amsterdam was a NIGHTMARE. LONG WALKWAYS, NO MOVING WALKWAYS, POOR signage, Have to take a train & No staff visible to help navigate the maze. AVOID TRANSFER AT CDG AT ALL COST.

Good flight with KLM, friendly staff. Food was good, had much worse on other airlines. Selection of drinks also good enough for us. Entertainment was also good. The economy seats are ok and that’s it. For a 12 hour flight I think a little more comfort in the economy seats in pitch and softness would be highly appreciated by the customers and can makte the difference.

Good food. Excellent crew service. Clean aircraft. Narrow seats and isle.

There was fog in Amsterdam so many flights were delayed because of the weather. Air France knew that the flight would be delayed by two hours but still boarded the plane on time. Instead of letting the passengers wait at the gate we were crammed into the plane. It was uncomfortable. No refreshments were given. I couldn’t charge my devices onboard.

Good overall. Cannot fault the airlines. I have had better entertainment systems before ie ice in Emirates but it was not too bad. Food was decent and staff were friendly.

I did not fly by vergin atlantic from bangalore to vasco da gama

Your flight delayed at Heathrow n I almost missed my mother funeral.you idiots. I had to waste 10 hours in different airports. Thank your stars I'm not suing you.

Miami airport needs more thorough signage. It was a long walk from my transport point to the check in desk,

Flight took off an hour late. Had to stay on the tarmac for half an hour after landing. Both annoying.

We had an unfortunate experience where we had to leave the aircraft after boarding, shortly before the scheduled takeoff time, and re-board. The reason given was that a passenger felt ill and had to cancel their plans and therefor their luggage had to be found and removed.

We’ve used VA before many times the experience is always been good they have lovely staff and the food is always delicious.

Everything about the flight was amazing from check in to boarding entertainment was okay food we didn’t try.

Seats were old and dirty, for a long haul flight you expect to be able to recline and for the av to work properly. Choice for vegans was fruit….

The Virgin Atlantic crew was very good. However, the equipment was OK, the seats were OK, but her bags did not arrive with me. Two bags showed up a day later and I’m still waiting for my third back.

It was wonderful best Air lines covert and all very happy with their service they have been very helpful and friendly

No Asian Vegetarian food was available on this sector but only fish and chicken and pasta were offered.

It was very bad experience with Ethiopian airlines . The flight was delayed in both ways . On the way coming back one of the crews dropped hot coffee on my whole body and other crew dropped used dirty glasses on top of me . The same crew that dropped hot coffee on me hit me with the food trolley on my knee while I was sleeping . I couldn’t sit properly due to the pain on my knee caused by those irresponsible crews . Very unprofessional airlines

Needs improvement because some of the tvs and charging ports weren’t working

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

The flight delayef for over 2 hours so my route was changed leading to arriving to my destination without my luggage

The ailine departed and arrived late foe every leg of the trip, causing myself and my travel companions to miss every connecting flight. It was very unorganized given theat there was a lot of miscommunication. The flights offered are unrealistic and when you call they assure you that the plane waits for you. I missed an. entire day of my vacation and any entire day of rest back home because of the airline. I do not plan to support the airline again. Thank you

I liked nothing of Ethiopian airlines except the price of the fare.

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

The use of a domestic carrier without entertainment was disappointing and a let down

Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

When i booked my flight, my ticket shows that i have 2 pieces of luggage allowance. Once i got into the check in, i was informed that i needed to pay extra for my two suitcases, and was put into a very precarious situation, I had to pay close to £200 for my two suitcases and these were not extra burgages, I felt extremely disappointed. In case i never had the kind of money, it meant that i would have missed my flight

Boarding is a mess. They never check group # so lots of people crowding in. Comfortable seats this flight. I had an empty seat next to me, very convenient. Food was really not good, but I was starved. The pizza snack thing was horrible. Crew was grand. They really make it enjoyable.

Crew very helpful and friendly. Food is so so. Main meal is not always the best. Did have a choice of a snack part way which was either a cookie, corn snack, or similar. Second kind of meal was basically like a pizza pastry that really wasn’t a favorite but probably a European snack? Screens and selections of movies, tv and such were good. No WI-Fi unless you buy so no free texting or such on the long flight but I think that might be any overseas flight.

LCY airport is an amazing airport and I love the flight from LCY to FRA with BA. Efficient, easy, comfortable and great luggage allownace with BA. I iused to fly predominantley LH, but the service and price - benefit ratio of Lufthansa has deteriorated a lot over the last 5 years. Whereas BA keeps an excellent service level with friendly staff.

Flight Attendant Karen Lynn was an absolute delight. She assisted in every portion of the services provided throughout the flight, aided with any and all concerns expressed by passengers, and even helped comfort an upset child who was one of five of a traveling family. This quality of service is what keeps me coming back to American. Thank you!

The airplane was old. Some things didn’t work out of middle seat was broken. The rest was OK.

The worst, flight cancelled because the aircraft was not full. Heathrow ground crew totally not helpful and arrogant. Lady proposed us flight with 40min layover instead of direct and said it is our problem of course she was unable to do anything as everything was beyond her control she claimed. after calling on hotline another flight was booked. Flight was cancelled last second so we could not take direct from Zurich but we had to stay overnight in London.

Very quick boarding. I was surprised we only got a small water and small thing of cookies, everything else was for purchase. No entertainment. Crew was excellent though.

Flight delayed in terms of boarding and Kayak was great in updating but the team on the groping at British Airways were really poor

A basic tea/ coffee and a snack could be provided especially for long distance flyers.

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