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Cheap flights from South Africa to the United Kingdom from £177

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19:45 - 10:05
JNB
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LHR
16h 20m2 stops
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09:05 - 09:30
LHR
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JNB
22h 25m2 stops
£456Multiple Airlines
Thu, 22 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan
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10:10 - 07:45
JNB
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LHR
23h 35m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:05 - 09:30
LHR
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JNB
20h 25m2 stops
£458Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
Lufthansa Logo
19:45 - 08:45
JNB
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LHR
15h 00m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
13:50 - 07:05
LHR
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JNB
15h 15m1 stop
£462Lufthansa
Wed, 11 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar
Lufthansa Logo
19:45 - 09:20
JNB
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LCY
15h 35m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
18:15 - 09:30
LCY
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JNB
13h 15m1 stop
£476Lufthansa
Thu, 22 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan
SWISS Logo
20:15 - 17:50
JNB
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LGW
23h 35m1 stop
SWISS Logo
18:40 - 10:30
LGW
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JNB
13h 50m1 stop
£494SWISS
Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
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23:59 - 16:35
JNB
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LCY
18h 36m1 stop
KLM Logo
20:05 - 22:05
LCY
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JNB
24h 00m1 stop
£499KLM
Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
KLM Logo
23:59 - 16:35
JNB
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LCY
18h 36m1 stop
KLM Logo
20:05 - 22:05
LCY
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JNB
24h 00m1 stop
£503KLM
Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
SWISS Logo
09:25 - 21:40
CPT
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LHR
14h 15m1 stop
SWISS Logo
18:40 - 10:50
LHR
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CPT
14h 10m1 stop
£507SWISS
Wed, 21 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
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10:25 - 17:55
JNB
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STN
33h 30m1 stop
Emirates Logo
14:05 - 20:35
STN
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JNB
28h 30m1 stop
£539Emirates
Sat, 17 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan
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13:40 - 12:05
CPT
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STN
24h 25m1 stop
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14:05 - 11:40
STN
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CPT
19h 35m1 stop
£542Emirates
Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

Lufthansa flights from South Africa to United Kingdom

Our best Lufthansa deals on South Africa to United Kingdom flight tickets
Lufthansa
11 Mar
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 00m
1 stop
LHR08:45London Heathrow
25 Mar
LHR13:50London Heathrow
15h 15m
1 stop
JNB07:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
£462
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Lufthansa
22 Jan
JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 35m
1 stop
LCY09:20London City
29 Jan
LCY18:15London City
13h 15m
1 stop
JNB09:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
£476
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Lufthansa
6 Apr
JNB08:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 55m
1 stop
LHR22:40London Heathrow
15 Apr
LHR20:25London Heathrow
33h 15m
1 stop
JNB06:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
£489
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RwandAir flights from South Africa to United Kingdom

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RwandAir
12 Dec
JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 30m
1 stop
LHR06:20London Heathrow
18 Jan
LHR20:30London Heathrow
27h 50m
1 stop
JNB02:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
£457
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RwandAir
12 Dec
JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 30m
1 stop
LHR06:20London Heathrow
14 Jan
LHR20:30London Heathrow
15h 50m
1 stop
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
£472
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RwandAir
25 Dec
JNB03:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m
1 stop
LHR06:20London Heathrow
22 Jan
LHR20:30London Heathrow
15h 50m
1 stop
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
£475
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to United Kingdom that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2025.
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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:45-10:05

2 stops16h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 29/1

09:05-09:30

2 stops22h 25m

£456

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

10:10-07:45

2 stops23h 35m

London Heathrow

Tue 27/1

11:05-09:30

2 stops20h 25m

£458

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:45-08:45

1 stop15h 00m

London Heathrow

Wed 25/3

13:50-07:05

1 stop15h 15m

£462

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:45-09:20

1 stop15h 35m

London City

Thu 29/1

18:15-09:30

1 stop13h 15m

£476

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

20:15-17:50

1 stop23h 35m

London Gatwick

Tue 27/1

18:40-10:30

1 stop13h 50m

£494

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

London City

Tue 27/1

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

£499

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

London City

Tue 27/1

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

£503

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

09:25-21:40

1 stop14h 15m

London Heathrow

Sun 25/1

18:40-10:50

1 stop14h 10m

£507

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

10:25-17:55

1 stop33h 30m

London Stansted

Thu 22/1

14:05-20:35

1 stop28h 30m

£539

Cape TownLondon

CPT - STN

CPTSTN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

13:40-12:05

1 stop24h 25m

London Stansted

Tue 27/1

14:05-11:40

1 stop19h 35m

£542

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to United Kingdom

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What is the cheapest month to fly to United Kingdom?

The cheapest month to fly to United Kingdom from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around £475, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit United Kingdom during the month of February, then departing from South Africa during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £518.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United Kingdom?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to United Kingdom is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for United Kingdom on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as £597. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South Africa to United Kingdom for around £628.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to United Kingdom?

The cheapest time of day to fly to United Kingdom is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as £483. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around £613. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest South Africa to United Kingdom flight route?

Fly from Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick for the best South Africa - United Kingdom flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to United Kingdom?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to United Kingdom from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to United Kingdom for around £569 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to United Kingdom from South Africa for as low as £552 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to United Kingdom flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to United Kingdom flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to United Kingdom flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between South Africa to United Kingdom.

Cheap South Africa to United Kingdom flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from South Africa to United Kingdom

Best price found

£168

Fastest flight time

11h 05m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in United Kingdom

1 airport
The best one-way flight to United Kingdom from South Africa in the past 72 hours is £168. The best return flight deal from South Africa to United Kingdom found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £151.
The fastest flight from South Africa to United Kingdom takes 11h 05m
Direct flights go from South Africa to United Kingdom every day.
There is 1 airport near United Kingdom: London Heathrow (LHR)
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to United Kingdom?

    Prices for flights from South Africa to United Kingdom are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to United Kingdom?

    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 South Africa to United Kingdom.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United Kingdom?

    The required travel and health documents for your United Kingdom trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at United Kingdom. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to United Kingdom?

Best airlines flying from South Africa to United Kingdom

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SWISSPriceFrom £273Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,807 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £325Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,618 reviews
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Norse Atlantic UKPriceFrom £346Free CancellationRating
7.2
51 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £378Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,431 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £379Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,330 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £406Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,084 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom £425Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,502 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom £430Free CancellationRating
7.2
903 reviews
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RwandAirPriceFrom £453Free CancellationRating
7.7
37 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom £464Free CancellationRating
7.5
675 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to United Kingdom?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from South Africa to United Kingdom for you.

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

Yes. All flights to United Kingdom from South Africa on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to United Kingdom?

Once you have performed a search for South Africa to United Kingdom flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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