Flights to South Africa

£393 Cheap flights to South Africa

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Recent flights found to popular cities in South Africa

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Egyptair
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Ethiopian Air
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Etihad Airways
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Ethiopian Air
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Ethiopian Air
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Ethiopian Air
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Egyptair
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Norse Atlantic UK
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12 Oct
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Multiple Airlines
28 Oct
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MAN
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Turkish Airlines
20 Nov
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4 Jul
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Air France
18 Jun
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Lufthansa
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12 Oct
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Lufthansa
1 Sept
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PLZ
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Lufthansa
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MAN
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PLZ
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Qatar Airways
1 Sept
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KLM
22 Jun
LCY
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GRJ
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Multiple Airlines
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Lufthansa
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Multiple Airlines
24 Jun
LHR
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GRJ
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Lufthansa
24 Jun
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Find the cheapest flights from the United Kingdom to South Africa

Recent return flight deals from the United Kingdom to South Africa

Norse Atlantic UK Logo
09:30 - 22:00LGW-CPT
11h 30mdirect
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23:55 - 10:45CPT-LGW
11h 50mdirect
£393Norse Atlantic UK
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Fri, 3 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
08:25 - 20:55LGW-CPT
11h 30mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
00:30 - 11:15CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
£395Norse Atlantic UK
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Sat, 4 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct
Egyptair Logo
15:00 - 07:10LHR-JNB
15h 10m1 stop
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21:45 - 13:35JNB-LHR
16h 50m1 stop
£398Egyptair
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Tue, 24 Jun - Wed, 25 Jun
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 03:55LGW-JNB
15h 55m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 05:10JNB-LGW
16h 40m1 stop
£419Ethiopian Air
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Thu, 30 Oct - Wed, 12 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 - 03:55LGW-JNB
16h 45m1 stop
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14:30 - 06:25JNB-LGW
16h 55m1 stop
£424Ethiopian Air
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Mon, 22 Sep - Wed, 8 Oct
RwandAir Logo
21:20 - 15:20LHR-JNB
17h 00m1 stop
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16:50 - 07:00JNB-LHR
15h 10m1 stop
£456RwandAir
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Sun, 22 Jun - Wed, 25 Jun
RwandAir Logo
21:20 - 15:20LHR-JNB
17h 00m1 stop
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16:50 - 07:00JNB-LHR
15h 10m1 stop
£459RwandAir
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Sun, 22 Jun - Fri, 27 Jun
KLM Logo
20:55 - 21:20LHR-JNB
23h 25m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:15 - 20:55JNB-LHR
22h 40m1 stop
£542KLM
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Fri, 20 Jun - Sun, 22 Jun
KLM Logo
05:55 - 21:20MAN-JNB
14h 25m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:15 - 20:05JNB-MAN
21h 50m1 stop
£545KLM
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Thu, 19 Jun - Thu, 3 Jul
British Airways Logo
21:10 - 15:35MAN-JNB
16h 25m1 stop
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12:45 - 08:50JNB-MAN
22h 05m2 stops
£659British Airways
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What is the cheapest flight to South Africa?

The cheapest flights to South Africa recently found by momondo users are £36 with Lift, £36 with Cemair, and £38 with Airlink.
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Cheap South Africa flight deals and tips

Summary info about South Africa flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

£271

Best Round-Trip Price

£393

Fastest flight time

11h 20m

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December
The best one-way flight price to South Africa from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £271 (London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to South Africa from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £393 (London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl).
The fastest flight to South Africa from United Kingdom takes 11h 20m (London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl).
December has the highest demand for flights to South Africa, with a 6% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about flying to South Africa

What popular landmarks are in South Africa?

What is the best airport to land at to visit Camps Bay Beach?

The closest airport to Camps Bay Beach is Cape Town Airport, which is located in Cape Town. If you plan on visiting or staying in this area, landing at Cape Town Airport will be your best bet.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

What is the most popular airport in South Africa to fly to?

How much are flights to South Africa?

Flights to South Africa can be found for as cheap as £250 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to South Africa for around £2,372 on average. If you’re looking to find a good deal on your flight to South Africa, then you should consider booking if you find anything for £2,214 or less.

What is the best day of the week to fly to South Africa?

Consider booking a flight to South Africa on a Tuesday, which is the cheapest day of the week. You will also find that flying out on a Wednesday is another low-cost option. Try to avoid booking your flight to South Africa on Friday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.

Where is it cheapest to fly into South Africa?

To save money on airfare when visiting South Africa, consider Cape Town Intl airport in Cape Town, which has the cheapest flights with an average airfare of £250. You may also consider flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg for the second cheapest option with an average airfare of £374.

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

Prices for flights to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

How old do you have to be to fly to South Africa?

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 to South Africa.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


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Finding the right flight to South Africa is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to South Africa quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to South Africa to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to South Africa?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to South Africa.

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Cheapest flight routes to South Africa

These routes have the cheapest flights to South Africa found by momondo users in United Kingdom
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
LondonCape Town11h 20m£393
LondonJohannesburg15h 45m£419
ManchesterCape Town18h 15m£449
ManchesterJohannesburg14h 30m£472
LondonDurban18h 40m£524
SouthamptonJohannesburg26h 40m£530
BirminghamJohannesburg13h 30m£535
GlasgowJohannesburg14h 20m£558
LiverpoolJohannesburg22h 10m£563
EdinburghJohannesburg14h 15m£563
BirminghamCape Town13h 40m£568
EdinburghCape Town14h 45m£583
Newcastle upon TyneCape Town26h 25m£586
CardiffJohannesburg25h 40m£594
BelfastJohannesburg13h 50m£607
LondonPlettenberg Bay25h 30m£631