Flights to South Africa

£417 Cheap flights to South Africa

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Recent flights found to popular cities in South Africa

Find flights to these popular cities in South Africa from your nearest airport.
Multiple Airlines
19 Nov
BHX
23h 30m
1 stop
JNB
4 Dec
JNB
32h 50m
1 stop
BHX
Ethiopian Air
16 Nov
LGW
15h 55m
1 stop
JNB
29 Nov
JNB
17h 10m
1 stop
LGW
Etihad Airways
10 Nov
LHR
16h 25m
1 stop
JNB
17 Nov
JNB
30h 40m
1 stop
LHR
Lufthansa
19 Nov
BHX
20h 00m
2 stops
JNB
4 Dec
JNB
28h 25m
2 stops
BHX
Ethiopian Air
30 Oct
LGW
15h 55m
1 stop
JNB
11 Nov
JNB
32h 40m
1 stop
LGW
Multiple Airlines
29 Jan
LHR
13h 50m
1 stop
JNB
15 Feb
JNB
14h 45m
1 stop
LHR
Multiple Airlines
15 Nov
LGW
33h 20m
1 stop
JNB
17 Nov
JNB
27h 40m
1 stop
LGW
Multiple Airlines
25 Nov
LCY
14h 15m
1 stop
JNB
20 Jan
JNB
14h 30m
1 stop
LCY
Egyptair
1 Nov
LHR
31h 10m
1 stop
JNB
19 Nov
JNB
36h 55m
1 stop
LHR
Lufthansa
19 Nov
BHX
13h 45m
1 stop
JNB
4 Dec
JNB
28h 25m
2 stops
BHX
Ethiopian Air
16 Nov
LGW
15h 55m
1 stop
JNB
22 Nov
JNB
17h 10m
1 stop
LGW
Ethiopian Air
30 Oct
LHR
14h 50m
1 stop
JNB
2 Dec
JNB
18h 05m
1 stop
LHR
Norse Atlantic UK
3 Nov
LGW
11h 30m
CPT
16 Nov
CPT
11h 45m
LGW
Norse Atlantic UK
18 Nov
LGW
11h 30m
CPT
27 Nov
CPT
11h 45m
LGW
Norse Atlantic UK
29 Oct
LGW
11h 30m
CPT
20 Nov
CPT
11h 45m
LGW
Norse Atlantic UK
28 Oct
LGW
11h 30m
CPT
2 Nov
CPT
11h 45m
LGW
Norse Atlantic UK
22 Nov
LGW
11h 30m
CPT
4 Dec
CPT
11h 45m
LGW
Norse Atlantic UK
28 Oct
LGW
11h 30m
CPT
8 Nov
CPT
11h 45m
LGW
A.P.G.
10 Nov
LGW
11h 30m
CPT
17 Nov
CPT
11h 45m
LGW
A.P.G.
3 Nov
LGW
11h 30m
CPT
6 Nov
CPT
11h 45m
LGW
A.P.G.
11 Nov
LGW
11h 30m
CPT
19 Nov
CPT
11h 45m
LGW
Norse Atlantic UK
29 Oct
LGW
11h 30m
CPT
15 Nov
CPT
11h 45m
LGW
Norse Atlantic UK
27 Oct
LGW
11h 30m
CPT
18 Nov
CPT
11h 45m
LGW
Norse Atlantic UK
22 Nov
LGW
11h 30m
CPT
18 Dec
CPT
11h 45m
LGW
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13 Nov
LGW
23h 30m
3 stops
DUR
20 Nov
DUR
17h 00m
1 stop
LGW
Multiple Airlines
11 Nov
LGW
21h 10m
2 stops
DUR
10 Feb
DUR
38h 55m
2 stops
LGW
Multiple Airlines
13 Nov
STN
33h 50m
3 stops
DUR
20 Nov
DUR
32h 35m
3 stops
STN
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1 Mar
LGW
22h 45m
2 stops
DUR
29 Mar
DUR
20h 20m
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LGW
Multiple Airlines
3 Feb
LGW
22h 45m
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DUR
14 Feb
DUR
24h 40m
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LGW
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27 Oct
LGW
21h 05m
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DUR
7 Nov
DUR
28h 35m
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LGW
Multiple Airlines
27 Oct
LGW
21h 05m
1 stop
DUR
10 Nov
DUR
27h 30m
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LGW
Multiple Airlines
11 Nov
LHR
39h 50m
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DUR
19 Nov
DUR
33h 35m
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LHR
Multiple Airlines
3 Nov
LHR
18h 55m
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DUR
10 Nov
DUR
24h 25m
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LHR
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3 Nov
LHR
20h 45m
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DUR
10 Nov
DUR
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LHR
Multiple Airlines
3 Nov
LGW
31h 50m
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DUR
6 Nov
DUR
35h 55m
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LGW
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12 Nov
LHR
19h 40m
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DUR
19 Nov
DUR
21h 10m
2 stops
LHR
Multiple Airlines
1 Dec
MAN
22h 30m
3 stops
PLZ
8 Dec
PLZ
24h 55m
3 stops
MAN
KLM
1 Dec
MAN
28h 05m
2 stops
PLZ
8 Dec
PLZ
26h 50m
2 stops
MAN
Multiple Airlines
11 Nov
BHX
29h 10m
3 stops
PLZ
24 Nov
PLZ
35h 15m
3 stops
BHX
Multiple Airlines
2 Mar
LHR
22h 25m
2 stops
PLZ
15 Mar
PLZ
17h 55m
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LHR
Multiple Airlines
13 Apr
LHR
20h 20m
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PLZ
28 Apr
PLZ
25h 00m
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LHR
Multiple Airlines
11 Nov
BHX
24h 20m
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PLZ
24 Nov
PLZ
27h 30m
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BHX
Multiple Airlines
2 Mar
STN
27h 30m
3 stops
PLZ
15 Mar
PLZ
35h 15m
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STN
Multiple Airlines
30 Nov
LHR
23h 55m
3 stops
PLZ
7 Dec
PLZ
17h 55m
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LHR
Multiple Airlines
11 Nov
BHX
29h 10m
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PLZ
24 Nov
PLZ
33h 05m
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BHX
Multiple Airlines
10 Nov
LHR
20h 05m
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PLZ
12 Nov
PLZ
22h 15m
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LHR
Multiple Airlines
29 Nov
MAN
30h 55m
2 stops
PLZ
6 Dec
PLZ
44h 25m
2 stops
MAN
Multiple Airlines
2 Mar
LCY
20h 25m
2 stops
PLZ
15 Mar
PLZ
28h 15m
3 stops
LCY
Multiple Airlines
30 Nov
MAN
21h 50m
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GRJ
8 Feb
GRJ
21h 05m
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MAN
Multiple Airlines
30 Nov
MAN
21h 50m
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GRJ
8 Feb
GRJ
21h 05m
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MAN
Multiple Airlines
30 Nov
MAN
21h 50m
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GRJ
15 Feb
GRJ
21h 05m
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MAN
Multiple Airlines
20 Nov
LGW
19h 55m
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GRJ
24 Nov
GRJ
24h 55m
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LGW
Multiple Airlines
23 Nov
MAN
19h 45m
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GRJ
8 Feb
GRJ
21h 05m
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MAN
Multiple Airlines
23 Nov
MAN
21h 45m
3 stops
GRJ
8 Feb
GRJ
21h 05m
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MAN
Multiple Airlines
23 Nov
MAN
21h 45m
3 stops
GRJ
1 Feb
GRJ
21h 05m
3 stops
MAN
Multiple Airlines
23 Nov
MAN
19h 45m
3 stops
GRJ
1 Feb
GRJ
21h 05m
3 stops
MAN
Lufthansa
12 Nov
LHR
21h 55m
2 stops
GRJ
19 Nov
GRJ
34h 35m
2 stops
LHR
KLM
23 Nov
MAN
29h 55m
2 stops
GRJ
1 Feb
GRJ
28h 15m
2 stops
MAN
KLM
23 Nov
MAN
29h 55m
2 stops
GRJ
1 Feb
GRJ
24h 25m
2 stops
MAN
Multiple Airlines
3 Mar
LGW
21h 00m
1 stop
GRJ
10 Mar
GRJ
27h 45m
1 stop
LGW

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20:30 - 10:00LGW-CPT
11h 30mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
12:30 - 22:15CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
£417Norse Atlantic UK
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Mon, 3 Nov - Sun, 16 Nov
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
17:15 - 06:45LGW-CPT
11h 30mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
12:30 - 22:15CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
£418Norse Atlantic UK
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Tue, 18 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 03:55LGW-JNB
15h 55m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 05:40JNB-LGW
17h 10m1 stop
£482Ethiopian Air
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Sun, 16 Nov - Sat, 29 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 03:55LGW-JNB
15h 55m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 05:40JNB-LGW
32h 40m1 stop
£484Ethiopian Air
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Thu, 30 Oct - Tue, 11 Nov
RwandAir Logo
20:20 - 02:20LHR-JNB
28h 00m1 stop
RwandAir Logo
03:10 - 06:20JNB-LHR
29h 10m1 stop
£514RwandAir
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Sat, 1 Nov - Fri, 7 Nov
RwandAir Logo
20:30 - 14:20LHR-JNB
15h 50m1 stop
RwandAir Logo
03:10 - 06:20JNB-LHR
29h 10m1 stop
£515RwandAir
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Fri, 31 Oct - Sun, 16 Nov
KLM Logo
17:05 - 21:55LHR-CPT
26h 50m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:45 - 17:00CPT-LHR
19h 15m1 stop
£567KLM
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Wed, 29 Oct - Sun, 9 Nov
KLM Logo
11:45 - 06:10LHR-CPT
16h 25m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:45 - 16:05CPT-LHR
18h 20m1 stop
£571KLM
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Mon, 27 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
Emirates Logo
20:15 - 16:35STN-JNB
18h 20m1 stop
Emirates Logo
18:50 - 12:05JNB-STN
19h 15m1 stop
£629Emirates
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Wed, 12 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
Emirates Logo
20:15 - 20:35STN-JNB
22h 20m1 stop
Emirates Logo
18:50 - 17:55JNB-STN
25h 05m1 stop
£630Emirates
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Wed, 5 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov

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Locate flights to South Africa that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 279,928 searches and data was last updated on 17 October 2025.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 3/11

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/11

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£417

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 18/11

17:15-06:45

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/11

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£418

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 16/11

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£482

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 30/10

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

23:00-05:40

1 stop32h 40m

£484

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sat 1/11

20:20-02:20

1 stop28h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

03:10-06:20

1 stop29h 10m

£514

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 31/10

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/11

03:10-06:20

1 stop29h 10m

£515

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 29/10

17:05-21:55

1 stop26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

23:45-17:00

1 stop19h 15m

£567

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 27/10

11:45-06:10

1 stop16h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/11

23:45-16:05

1 stop18h 20m

£571

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Wed 12/11

20:15-16:35

1 stop18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

18:50-12:05

1 stop19h 15m

£629

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Wed 5/11

20:15-20:35

1 stop22h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/11

18:50-17:55

1 stop25h 05m

£630

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What is the cheapest flight to South Africa?

The cheapest flights to South Africa recently found by momondo users are £37 with Lift, £37 with Cemair, and £39 with FlySafair.
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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

£270

Best Round-Trip Price

£417

Fastest flight time

11h 30m

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December
The best one-way flight price to South Africa from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £270 (London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to South Africa from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £417 (London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl).
The fastest flight to South Africa from United Kingdom takes 11h 30m (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 £221 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to South Africa for around £2,242 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 £2,092 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 Thursday 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 £221. You may also consider flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg for the second cheapest option with an average airfare of £529.

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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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to South Africa?

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.

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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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