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R5 143 Find Cheap Flights to London Heathrow Airport

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Typical prices: R14 007-R11 642
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Mon 14/9Sun 20/9
JNB - LHR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
R13 247
Typical prices: R17 125-R13 114
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JNB - LHR • Direct
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Cheap Flights to Heathrow

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Heathrow 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.
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Recent return flight deals to Heathrow

Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 20
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 7:00
JNB
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LHR
22h 10m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
14:45 - 8:20
LHR
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JNB
16h 35m
1 stop
R9 823Etihad Airways
Thu, Aug 6 - Tue, Sep 8
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 18:45
JNB
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LHR
33h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
20:50 - 8:20
LHR
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JNB
34h 30m
1 stop
R9 873Etihad Airways
Wed, Jun 17 - Mon, Jun 29
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 12:45
JNB
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LHR
27h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
20:50 - 8:20
LHR
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JNB
34h 30m
1 stop
R9 889Etihad Airways
Wed, Jul 22 - Fri, Aug 21
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 15:05
JNB
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LHR
30h 15m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
21:45 - 8:20
LHR
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JNB
33h 35m
1 stop
R9 922Etihad Airways
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 9
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15:45 - 22:40
PLZ
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LHR
31h 55m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
13:35 - 11:55
LHR
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PLZ
21h 20m
2 stops
R12 254Lufthansa
Mon, Jun 8 - Mon, Jun 22
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 12:25
CPT
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LHR
24h 10m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
14:25 - 11:30
LHR
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CPT
20h 05m
1 stop
R12 965Emirates
Fri, May 8 - Mon, May 11
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 14:25
CPT
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LHR
26h 10m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
22:15 - 16:40
LHR
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CPT
17h 25m
1 stop
R13 164Emirates
Thu, Jun 4 - Thu, Jun 11
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18:30 - 14:05
DUR
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LHR
20h 35m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
15:35 - 17:15
LHR
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DUR
24h 40m
2 stops
R13 495Qatar Airways
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
Qatar Airways Logo
12:05 - 6:25
DUR
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LHR
19h 20m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
8:25 - 10:35
LHR
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DUR
25h 10m
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R13 511Qatar Airways
Wed, Jun 10 - Sun, Jun 14
British Airways Logo
12:40 - 7:30
PLZ
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LHR
19h 50m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
21:20 - 15:05
LHR
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16h 45m
1 stop
R16 455British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Heathrow

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

What is the cheapest flight to London Heathrow Airport?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to London Heathrow Airport was found on the route from Johannesburg, at R9 823 return. The most popular connection is from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as R12 965 in the last 3 days.

How much is a flight to London Heathrow Airport?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to London Heathrow Airport from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to London Heathrow Airport costs R19 113 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost R8 421 and departed from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport which costs R17 647 on average, and Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport, which costs R19 737 on average.

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What is the cheapest day to fly to London?

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

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to London is Sunday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as R15 247. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where round-trip prices are R16 241 on average.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to London Heathrow Airport, 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 to London Heathrow Airport is November, where tickets cost R11 709 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and April, where the average cost of tickets from South Africa is R14 619 and R14 470 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is February with an average price of R12 833.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to London Heathrow Airport?

The average price for all round-trip flights to London Heathrow Airport depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to London Heathrow Airport is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost R15 372 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to London Heathrow Airport is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R18 118.

What is a good deal for flights to London Heathrow Airport?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to London Heathrow Airport, 25% of our users found tickets to London Heathrow Airport for the following prices or less: From Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport R14 947 return, from Cape Town R15 875 return.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to London Heathrow Airport, 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, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 4% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Good to know – Book Cheap London Heathrow Airport Plane Tickets

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flightR5 143
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport

When to book flights to Heathrow

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Heathrow 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. The information is for flights to London based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs - booking London Heathrow Airport flights

  • Which airlines offer Business Class flights to London Heathrow?

    Several airlines offer Business Class flights from South Africa to London Heathrow. Qatar Airways operates Business Class flights from Johannesburg (JNB) and Cape Town (CPT) with a stopover in Doha. British Airways provides Business Class options from Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban (DUR). Emirates offers Business Class flights from Johannesburg with a stopover in Dubai. Air France also offers Business Class flights from Johannesburg via Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • Which airports have direct flights to London Heathrow?

    There are currently only two airlines offering direct flights from South Africa to London Heathrow, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. Virgin Atlantic exclusively operates direct flights from OR Tambo International in Johannesburg, while British Airways has direct flights from both OR Tambo and Cape Town International (CPT). There are also single-stopover flights from Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban with very reasonable travel times.

  • What is the cheapest flight to London Heathrow Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to London Heathrow Airport was found on the route from Johannesburg, at R9 823 return. The most popular connection is from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as R12 965 in the last 3 days.

  • How far is London Heathrow Airport from central London?

    The city centre of London is 23 km from London.

  • How much is a flight to London?

    On average, a flight to London costs R19 113. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost R8 421 and departed from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to London Heathrow Airport?

    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 to London Heathrow Airport.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to London Heathrow Airport?

    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 London Heathrow Airport with an airline and back with another airline.

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

    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 London Heathrow Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to London Heathrow Airport

  • Looking for cheap airfare to London Heathrow Airport? 25% of our users found return tickets to London Heathrow Airport for the following prices or less: From Cape Town R31 448, from Johannesburg OR Tambo R42 822
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest London Heathrow Airport flight deals.
  • For passengers who require reliable onboard Wi-Fi, consider Emirates or Qantas Airways flights from South Africa to London Heathrow. Emirates offers single-stopover flights via Dubai International (DXB) from Johannesburg (JNB), Cape Town (CPT), and Durban (DUR), while Qantas provides flights via Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH). Stay connected throughout your journey and enjoy hassle-free, internet access onboard these reputable airlines.
  • The most convenient way to reach London city centre from London Heathrow International Airport (LHR) is by taking the Heathrow Express train. The non-stop service departs every 15 minutes, with a travel time of around 15 minutes to Paddington Station in Central London. It's a fast and hassle-free option, allowing you to quickly access the heart of the city.
  • Passengers with large amounts of luggage should consider booking the Eco-Flex ticket with Emirates. It offers a generous baggage allowance, including an 8 kg cabin bag and two checked bags, each weighing 23 kg. Unlike standard Economy tickets that may only include one checked bag or charge extra, the Eco-Flex ticket ensures a hassle-free travel experience with ample luggage space.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Heathrow

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to London. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from South Africa to London. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Very bad service and food variety will never come back again

2,0 MediocreAmbrose, Apr 2026
DXB - LGW
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Very bad service and food variety will never come back again

Everything was perfect. Staff were informative and professional and flight boarding, flying and de-embarking was smooth. I would certainly travel with Emirates again.

My baby was with me it was really good experience with emirates

Fantastic as ever. Great staff super catering and excellent service.

Flight and entertainment great. Food needs to be improved, only one choice on the menu. Staff worked well throughout.

They changed the flight time without telling us and were unwilling to help with rebooking because we booked through orbits/kayak

There is an issue with A380 when it arrives in Munich, because a business class passengers like me have to wait for the first class passengers to disembark, which takes some time while you are also offloading economy passengers this causes an issue at customs where your business class passengers end up behind a large bulk of economy passengers This is a frustration and the early dislocation should be and is supposed to be a benefit of business class

Great flight - Clubhouse met our needs, and the staff provided good service. Boarding felt a little chaotic, but given the size of the aircraft, it's always going to be challenging. Whilst the crew were friendly, the number of passengers meant that we received our breakfast items, but had finished breakfast before we were served a drink. Lunch was much better organised, and throughout the flight, the crew were attentive. Found the seats and ICE to be excellent. Disembarkation was fine, and everything possible to expedite the process was being done.

Crew were excellent and the bar service and chat fantastic. Cheese board delicious. Amenity kit good, very disappointing not getting pyjamas on this leg of the flight and needed to reuse from earlier flight.

Sadly I couldn't get the food I requested as it was out. Also, if you don't want to be woken up make sure the crew knows it. My wife was woken on every service.

Because of the long lay over hour, Rwand Air offered a free hotel accomodation and transport. This was highly appreciate d

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.

Seating and zone. The minor I went with didn’t even seat close to me

My seat 3G did not go down fully and the buttons were not working properly

Food has been disappointing in both legs of flight to india

Great staff great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Great staff, great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Food was the worst I’ve had on a VA flight. Normally it’s a lot better

I was my pleasure to fly virgin on my birthday for my first solo trip ever 🫶🏼

These are one of the older seat arrangements facing away from the windows! Not particularly convenient sets. No storage spaces. NO COAT HANGING HOOKS. Inconvenient business class seat compared to any other airlines of similar class. Staff are excellent! Extremely professional, friendly. Food is good too.

Overall, flight was excellent but check in was very slow for Premium Economy. Economy queue was shorter but we weren't allowed to use it.

The staff was not very polite but the flight was very very nice and comfortable and the entertainment was great

Flights were delayed and due to a checked hand luggage bag by an overzealous gate agent in Berlin I missed my ground connection costing me another £80. Food was cold and bland, I honestly expect better from a national carrier operating out of one of their major hubs.

Not to bad but it was hard changing my seat

Economy Priority seats are extremely uncomfortable. There is no way to escape the boxed in feeling, particularely because the distance between to rows are too short, the hard edge of the front row is keeping legs confined. There is no elevated place to put your feet. I am of average, European size.

This flight was on time but since I missed the connecting flight I didn’t get my seat upgraded I paid for

in athens they helped me with my dogs and they solved all my issues excellent service outstanding

A bit more space? Not practical, I know. I felt squished in but part of that could have been the man sitting next to me.

The flight crew was friendly and accommodating. I witnessed one of the flight attendants deal with a difficult flyer with extreme calm and compassion. I was so annoyed with the passenger and so impressed by the flight attendant. His quick action de-escalated what could have been a major incident. He was awesome.

Food is delicious I’ve tried Thai green chicken curry and it was perfect!

Excellent once on board. Security staff at Johannesburg rude and aggressive.

Complete mess. Our reservation was mistakenly cancelled. After almost missing the connection and walking all over the Munich airport, the Service desk got involved and we were run to our flight. Not all 4 of us in Business and not seated together as originally booked. This was the worst treatment I have ever had. And I travel a lot. 1K million miler.

The seats in Premier Economy were very comfortable. The food was better than average. The way British Airways handled our seating was atrocious.

The flight attendant does not pay attention to my "call" button more than 3 times when I need a drink.

Flight delayed, connection was not at gate listed and so missed, staff were rude at Heathrow, phone tree stupid and difficult, took me 21 actual hours to reach my destination. Almost lost my hotel reservation after walking in a strange city alone after midnight because they would not put me up in a hotel at sfo or heathrow. I will never fly BA again and will tell all people and Instagram followers never to fly BA.

British Airays fails to enforce its own guidelines regarding carry on size limits. There were MANY passengers with full suitcases stuffing them into the overhead compartments leaving no space for others, like me, who adhere to the posted sizes. I had to put my carryone bag into my foot space, in additon to my carryon personal item, leaving me cramped for a seven hour flight. I was in physical pain, and I attribute this entirely to staff unwilling to enforce limits. The infotainment system was horrible. the touchscreens did dot work correctly, and there was no information on system operation. I am 77 years old, and a lifelong movie-goer. I recognized ONE movie (and not much better TV shows). It seems that BA saves royalty money by limiting its move and TV selection to absolute rubbish. The FlightAware program is the worst informationsystm I have ever seen, it is completely worthless. I pay attention to the safety briefings...in the event of an emergency, one is supposed to assume the "brace" position, except the seats are so close together, front to back, that it is not possible to assume the position without striking the seat in front of you. at age 77, and a lifelong traveler, this is the worst flight experience I have ever had, and I will never fly British Airways again

Overall ok. Best part has always been the sundae dessert.

I’ve never been on a trans-Atlantic (or Pacific) flight where the seats don’t recline—not even a little. I asked my seat mate when BA starting doing this and he said “Oh, a few years ago.” I couldn’t sleep, with my head falling forward waking me continuously, and came off the plane incredibly stiff. I booked a Premium Economy seat to get a more comfortable seat, which was worse than most basic Economy seats I’ve ever booked.

Nice aircraft. Good crew. Delayed departure from Houston, but arrived on time in London. Main thing I don’t like about flying BA is having to transit through security in London Heathrow. A major pain!

Was upgraded to business class on this flight, I presume due to my premium economy class for my London to Denver flight. Business class was the same seats as economy, only the middle seat was unfilled. Decent lunch served, and the lounge experience in Prague was good. The only heads up I would give is give yourself enough time for gate carry-on luggage scanning, which I did not anticipate in my time planning.

Overall good, bigger chairs in the future would be nice.

I loved the food choices and the attentiveness of the crew but boarding was chaotic.

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