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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to South Africa from £270

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from the United Kingdom to South Africa departing on 26/11. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Norse Atlantic UK Logo
20:30 - 10:00LGW-CPT
11h 30mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
12:30 - 22:15CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
£411Norse Atlantic UK
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Wed, 12 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
20:30 - 10:00LGW-CPT
11h 30mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
08:45 - 18:30CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
£412Norse Atlantic UK
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Sat, 15 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 03:55LGW-JNB
15h 55m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 05:40JNB-LGW
32h 40m1 stop
£485Ethiopian Air
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Thu, 20 Nov - Sun, 21 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 03:55LGW-JNB
15h 55m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 05:40JNB-LGW
17h 10m1 stop
£486Ethiopian Air
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Tue, 13 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
Kenya Airways Logo
10:25 - 10:55LGW-JNB
22h 30m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
01:35 - 06:25JNB-LGW
30h 50m1 stop
£511Kenya Airways
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Sat, 15 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov
Kenya Airways Logo
10:25 - 10:55LGW-JNB
22h 30m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
12:05 - 06:25JNB-LGW
20h 20m1 stop
£512Kenya Airways
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Sat, 15 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov
RwandAir Logo
20:30 - 02:20LHR-JNB
27h 50m1 stop
RwandAir Logo
03:10 - 06:20JNB-LHR
29h 10m1 stop
£518RwandAir
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Sun, 23 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
RwandAir Logo
20:30 - 02:20LHR-JNB
27h 50m1 stop
RwandAir Logo
03:10 - 06:20JNB-LHR
29h 10m1 stop
£519RwandAir
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Sat, 8 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
KLM Logo
20:05 - 22:05LCY-JNB
24h 00m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:59 - 16:35JNB-LCY
18h 36m1 stop
£577KLM
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Thu, 27 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
KLM Logo
20:05 - 22:05LCY-JNB
24h 00m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:59 - 16:35JNB-LCY
18h 36m1 stop
£578KLM
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Thu, 13 Nov - Mon, 24 Nov

SWISS flights from United Kingdom to South Africa

Our best SWISS deals on United Kingdom to South Africa flight tickets
SWISS
26 Jan
LCY17:50London City
14h 40m
1 stop
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
3 Feb
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 30m
1 stop
LCY08:45London City
£488
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SWISS
12 Nov
LHR18:40London Heathrow
14h 15m
1 stop
CPT10:55Cape Town Intl
19 Nov
CPT09:00Cape Town Intl
14h 40m
1 stop
LHR21:40London Heathrow
£489
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SWISS
2 Dec
LHR17:10London Heathrow
15h 20m
1 stop
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
22 Dec
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 50m
1 stop
LHR08:05London Heathrow
£497
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Kenya Airways flights from United Kingdom to South Africa

Our best Kenya Airways deals on United Kingdom to South Africa flight tickets
Kenya Airways
15 Nov
LGW10:25London Gatwick
22h 30m
1 stop
JNB10:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
22 Nov
JNB01:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 50m
1 stop
LGW06:25London Gatwick
£511
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Kenya Airways
15 Nov
LGW10:25London Gatwick
22h 30m
1 stop
JNB10:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
23 Nov
JNB12:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 20m
1 stop
LGW06:25London Gatwick
£512
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Kenya Airways
1 Nov
LGW10:25London Gatwick
36h 00m
1 stop
JNB00:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
5 Nov
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 20m
1 stop
LGW06:20London Gatwick
£516
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom to South Africa 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 29 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to South Africa that are best for you.

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Return

Price

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Wed 12/11

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/12

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£411

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sat 15/11

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/12

08:45-18:30

Nonstop11h 45m

£412

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 20/11

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

23:00-05:40

1 stop32h 40m

£485

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 13/1

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£486

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sat 15/11

10:25-10:55

1 stop22h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

01:35-06:25

1 stop30h 50m

£511

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sat 15/11

10:25-10:55

1 stop22h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

12:05-06:25

1 stop20h 20m

£512

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 23/11

20:30-02:20

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

03:10-06:20

1 stop29h 10m

£518

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sat 8/11

20:30-02:20

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

03:10-06:20

1 stop29h 10m

£519

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Thu 27/11

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/12

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

£577

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Thu 13/11

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

£578

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from United Kingdom to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £546. If you aren’t able to travel to South Africa during the month of May, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £549.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to South Africa. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £725. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from United Kingdom to South Africa for around £763.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to South Africa is at midday. Flights from United Kingdom to South Africa during this time can be as low as £535. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around £786.

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

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around £677 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from United Kingdom for as low as £646 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on United Kingdom to South Africa 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 United Kingdom to South Africa flights?

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

Cheap United Kingdom to South Africa flight deals and tips

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

Best price found

£298

Fastest flight time

10h 45m

Direct flights

Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in South Africa

1 airport
The best one-way flight to South Africa from United Kingdom in the past 72 hours is £298. The best return flight deal from United Kingdom to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £424.
The fastest flight from United Kingdom to South Africa takes 10h 45m
Direct flights go from United Kingdom to South Africa on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is British Airways..
There is 1 airport near South Africa: Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to South Africa?

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

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from United Kingdom to South Africa.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your South Africa 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 South Africa. 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 United Kingdom to South Africa?

Best airlines flying from United Kingdom to South Africa

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FlySafairPriceFrom £45Free CancellationRating
8.3
113 reviews
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8.5
83 reviews
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8.1
3,394 reviews
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Norse Atlantic UKPriceFrom £354Free CancellationRating
7.2
50 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom £378Free CancellationRating
7.2
880 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £381Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,283 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £417Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,533 reviews
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EgyptairPriceFrom £421Free CancellationRating
6.5
377 reviews
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A.P.G.PriceFrom £422Free CancellationRating
0.0
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom £424Free CancellationRating
6.8
286 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from United Kingdom to South Africa?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to South Africa from United Kingdom.

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

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

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

Once all potential United Kingdom to South Africa flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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