Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa from £281
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa
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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?
In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £564. If you aren’t able to travel to South Africa during the month of May, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £574.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?
Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to South Africa. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £773. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa for around £851.
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 London Heathrow Airport to South Africa during this time can be as low as £552. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the evening when prices are around £796.
What is the cheapest London Heathrow to South Africa flight route?
Fly from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best London Heathrow - 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 London Heathrow Airport when booking 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around £684 when searching 15 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from London Heathrow Airport for as low as £653 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on London Heathrow to South Africa flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on London Heathrow to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Heathrow to South Africa?
Qatar Airways, RwandAir, and Egyptair are the most popular carriers operating from London Heathrow to South Africa
Which airlines fly to South Africa?
British Airways, RwandAir and Virgin Atlantic are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from London Heathrow Airport according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 22 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa on average per day?
As of March 2025, 10 flights take off from London Heathrow Airport and land in South Africa each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 18:00, with 97% of daily flights taking off in the evening.
How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa on average per week?
70 flights are operational weekly from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa as of March 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 29% of flights per week taking off on this day.
Cheap London Heathrow Airport to South Africa flight deals and tips
Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa
Best price found | £281 |
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Fastest flight time | 11h 05m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in South Africa | 7 airports |
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa?
Prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa?
As of March 2025, there are 22 operators available to choose from for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (36.40% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A380-800 (24.27%), Boeing 777-300ER (20.90%), and Boeing 777 (7.36%).
Best airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom £58 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.2 112 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £358 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.1 45 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £390 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.7 6,955 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £392 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.7 16 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £427 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.5 349 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £455 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 1,570 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £456 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.8 263 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £462 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 764 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £464 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 17 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £469 | Free Cancellation | Rating 0.0 |
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from London 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 London.
Can I find flights from London to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to South Africa from London which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights from London to South Africa?
momondo helps you find the best flight between London and South Africa by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.
I’m not ready to book a flight from London to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Price alerts on flights to South Africa from London are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.