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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to South Africa from £295

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 16/2. 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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Lufthansa Logo
20:25 - 06:40
LHR
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JNB
33h 15m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
08:45 - 22:40
JNB
-
LHR
14h 55m
1 stop
£441Lufthansa
Mon, 11 May - Mon, 18 May
Lufthansa Logo
20:25 - 06:40
LHR
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JNB
33h 15m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
08:45 - 22:40
JNB
-
LHR
14h 55m
1 stop
£442Lufthansa
Mon, 4 May - Mon, 18 May
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 03:55
LGW
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JNB
15h 55m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 05:40
JNB
-
LGW
17h 10m
1 stop
£443Ethiopian Air
Mon, 2 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 03:55
LGW
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JNB
15h 55m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 05:40
JNB
-
LGW
17h 10m
1 stop
£443Ethiopian Air
Thu, 19 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:45 - 10:30
STN
-
JNB
15h 45m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:00 - 09:55
JNB
-
STN
16h 55m
1 stop
£465Turkish Airlines
Fri, 24 Apr - Sun, 17 May
KLM Logo
18:55 - 22:05
LCY
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JNB
25h 10m
1 stop
KLM Logo
23:59 - 18:25
JNB
-
LCY
20h 26m
1 stop
£476KLM
Mon, 2 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
KLM Logo
18:55 - 22:05
LCY
-
JNB
25h 10m
1 stop
KLM Logo
23:59 - 18:25
JNB
-
LCY
20h 26m
1 stop
£495KLM
Sun, 1 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:45 - 10:30
STN
-
JNB
15h 45m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:50 - 09:55
JNB
-
STN
17h 05m
1 stop
£508Turkish Airlines
Tue, 7 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
Kenya Airways Logo
17:25 - 22:05
LHR
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CPT
26h 40m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 15:30
CPT
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LHR
27h 05m
1 stop
£529Kenya Airways
Tue, 3 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
Kenya Airways Logo
11:45 - 13:35
LHR
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CPT
24h 50m
3 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 16:15
CPT
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LHR
26h 50m
2 stops
£531Kenya Airways
Tue, 19 May - Fri, 29 May

Lufthansa flights from United Kingdom to South Africa

Our best Lufthansa deals on United Kingdom to South Africa flight tickets
Lufthansa
11 May
LHR20:25London Heathrow
33h 15m
1 stop
JNB06:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
18 May
JNB08:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 55m
1 stop
LHR22:40London Heathrow
£441
Lufthansa
4 May
LHR20:25London Heathrow
33h 15m
1 stop
JNB06:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
18 May
JNB08:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 55m
1 stop
LHR22:40London Heathrow
£442
Lufthansa
1 Mar
LHR20:15London Heathrow
32h 50m
1 stop
JNB07:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
19 Mar
JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 45m
1 stop
LHR22:55London Heathrow
£443

KLM flights from United Kingdom to South Africa

Our best KLM deals on United Kingdom to South Africa flight tickets
KLM
3 Mar
LHR17:50London Heathrow
26h 15m
1 stop
JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
15 Mar
JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 16m
1 stop
LHR19:15London Heathrow
£456
KLM
3 Mar
LHR17:50London Heathrow
26h 15m
1 stop
JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
15 Mar
JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 06m
1 stop
LHR16:05London Heathrow
£457
KLM
2 Mar
LCY18:55London City
25h 10m
1 stop
JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
15 Mar
JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 26m
1 stop
LCY18:25London City
£476

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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 10 February 2026.
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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Depart

Return

Price

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 11/5

20:25-06:40

1 stop33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

08:45-22:40

1 stop14h 55m

£441

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 4/5

20:25-06:40

1 stop33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

08:45-22:40

1 stop14h 55m

£442

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 2/3

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£443

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 19/2

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£443

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Fri 24/4

17:45-10:30

1 stop15h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

18:00-09:55

1 stop16h 55m

£465

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Mon 2/3

18:55-22:05

1 stop25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

23:59-18:25

1 stop20h 26m

£476

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Sun 1/3

18:55-22:05

1 stop25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

23:59-18:25

1 stop20h 26m

£495

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Tue 7/4

17:45-10:30

1 stop15h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

17:50-09:55

1 stop17h 05m

£508

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 3/3

17:25-22:05

1 stop26h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

14:25-15:30

1 stop27h 05m

£529

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 19/5

11:45-13:35

3 stops24h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

14:25-16:15

2 stops26h 50m

£531

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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, March 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 £543. If you aren’t able to travel to South Africa during the month of March, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £543.

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 £701. 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 £730.

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 in the evening. Flights from United Kingdom to South Africa during this time can be as low as £708. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around £732.

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 £659 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 £608 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

£299

Fastest flight time

10h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in South Africa

65 airports
The best one-way flight to South Africa from United Kingdom in the past 72 hours is £299. The best return flight deal from United Kingdom to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £450.
The fastest flight from United Kingdom to South Africa takes 10h 55m
Direct flights go from United Kingdom to South Africa every day.
There are 65 airports in South Africa. From United Kingdom there are direct flights to 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.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from United Kingdom to South Africa?

  • 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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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FlySafairPriceFrom £44Free CancellationRating
8.2
124 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom £54Free CancellationRating
7.3
52 reviews
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AirlinkPriceFrom £60Free CancellationRating
8.5
84 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £309Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,391 reviews
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Norse Atlantic UKPriceFrom £342Free CancellationRating
7.3
52 reviews
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Air AlgeriePriceFrom £346Free CancellationRating
6.8
33 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £398Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,210 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £398Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,775 reviews
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CondorPriceFrom £412Free CancellationRating
6.4
400 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom £413Free CancellationRating
6.8
291 reviews
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Why use momondo?

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.

I’m not ready to book a flight from United Kingdom to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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