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Popular destinations | London, Manchester, Edinburgh |
Flights depart from | South Africa |
Flight price | R7 727 |
Distance | 9 673 km |
Airlines | Ethiopian Air, SWISS, Etihad Airways, KLM, Emirates |
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How long is the flight to United Kingdom?
The average direct flight from South Africa to United Kingdom takes 19h 25m, covering a distance of 9568 km. The most popular route is Johannesburg - London with an average flight time of 11h 10m.
What is the cheapest flight to United Kingdom?
The cheapest ticket to United Kingdom from South Africa found in the last 72 hours was R7 333. The most popular route is Johannesburg to London and the cheapest airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was R7 873.
Which airlines fly to United Kingdom?
British Airways, American Airlines & Iberia fly the most frequently from South Africa to United Kingdom. The most popular route is Johannesburg to London, and Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines and Delta fly this route the most.
What are the most popular destinations in United Kingdom?
Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is London (92% of total searches to United Kingdom). The next most popular destinations are Manchester (2%) and Edinburgh (2%). Searches for flights to Birmingham (1%), Glasgow (1%) and Bristol (0%) are also popular.
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Pros: Excellent crew, approachable and helpful. Seat was comfortable with legroom and headrest at the right height
Cons: Better selection of videos

Pros: It was ok.
Cons: N/A.

Pros: Seats were comfortable and staff were helpful when approached.
Cons: Crew should have been proactive in determining passengers' needs, etc. Film choices were poor-- lots of violence, few family-orientated options.

Pros: KLM are our airline of choice. A great full-service carrier with impecable standards.
Cons: Nothing

Pros: Very friendly staff, prompt service, smooth boarding, clean cabin.
Cons: I usually love the food on Emirates but this was really not good. Barely edible!

Pros: The seats were bigger across the shoulder area and had more padding than some other budget airlines.
Cons: Wish there was more elbow room in the seat. I am a big guy and I was having to squish myself so as to not interfere with my neighbor


Pros: comfortable seat, friendly staff

Pros: The aircraft was nice, clean and seemed new. The staff was very professional, immaculate uniforms and appearance. Great attention to detail. We traveled from US - Nairobi - Kigali - Johannesburg, changing planes four times. These were some of the nicest planes. I felt very safe traveling this airline.
Cons: Too much bread in the meals. The meals were adequate in quantity but each meal came with two rolls, which was excessive. Just a note - for the boarding area in the airport. Please have restroom facilities in boarding area, past security so you can use the restroom without having to go through security again. Also, if food and beverage is available for sale in the boarding area more passengers would make purchases.

Pros: Seat was both comfortable and spacious. Crew were very attentive and personable.
Cons: Really great flight. Can’t say enough about it.

Pros: The crew was pleasant and worked very hard to keep our stomachs full! I loved all the free movies!

Pros: crew was decent
Cons: everything

Pros: Excellent crew, approachable and helpful. Seat was comfortable with legroom and headrest at the right height
Cons: Better selection of videos

Pros: Great atmosphere, crew was excellent!
Cons: I’m 6’5”, so legroom can always be a complaint, but this wasn’t too bad. The plane appeared to be fairly old and didn’t have WiFi. Entertainment also was on an older screen which was navigated by using an old in-seat phone.


Cons: We’ve been waiting for almost an hour now for the bags to come out. This is insane

Cons: Outstanding airline either to IST or beyond!

Pros: Nice and attentive crew.
Cons: Seats not comfortable in premier economy.

Cons: Boarding was chaotic. In seat entertainment had great selection, but dated screens.

Pros: No problems
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