Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Nairobi (NBO) offer the lowest average return price of £413.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London Gatwick Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 47% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Port Louis (MRU) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 08m.

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Ethiopian Air, Emirates and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Gatwick Airport according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Gatwick to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

SWISS, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from London Gatwick to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights connecting via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 39m.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

As of September 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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 layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Gatwick Airport is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around £481, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with average flight prices from London Gatwick Airport averaging around £529.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Gatwick Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was £714. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around £762. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as £544. Flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around £784 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Gatwick Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around £630 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Gatwick Airport for as low as £559 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight.

How have London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is London Gatwick to Johannesburg OR Tambo by plane?
The straight-line distance from London Gatwick to Johannesburg OR Tambo is 5609.7 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 14h 45m.
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
As of September 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
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 layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between London Gatwick Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the leading airline is Ethiopian Air, making up 34% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Emirates with 26%, Turkish Airlines with 18%, and SWISS with 6%.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom £402	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 861 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom £428	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 281 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £435	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,737 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £455	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,968 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom £478	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 37 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £502	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 664 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Air Mauritius	PriceFrom £532	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 21 reviews	Search Air Mauritius flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £560	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,336 reviews	Search Emirates flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £585	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,363 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £631	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,624 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Can stopping save me money on London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight.

How have London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Gatwick to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

SWISS, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from London Gatwick to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London Gatwick Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 47% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Nairobi (NBO) offer the lowest average return price of £413.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights connecting via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 39m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Port Louis (MRU) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 08m.

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