Cheap flights from London to South Africa from £189
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London 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 to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £576. If you aren’t able to travel to South Africa during the month of May, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £625.
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 £702. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from London to South Africa for around £758.
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 to South Africa during this time can be as low as £582. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the evening when prices are around £748.
What is the cheapest London to South Africa flight route?
Fly from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl for the best London - 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 when booking 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around £726 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 for as low as £690 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on London to South Africa flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London 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 to South Africa?
Norse Atlantic UK and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from London 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 according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 24 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 to South Africa on average per day?
As of January 2025, 15 flights take off from London 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 to South Africa on average per week?
As of January 2025, there are 110 flights per week flying from London to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.
Cheap London to South Africa flight deals and tips
Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from London to South Africa
Best price found | £189 |
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Fastest flight time | 10h 55m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in South Africa | 2 airports |
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to South Africa?
Prices for flights from London to South Africa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to South Africa?
The number of operators available for flights from London to South Africa is 24 as of January 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from London 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 London to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from London to South Africa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from London to South Africa is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (37.22% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777-300ER (23.17%), Airbus A380-800 (18.54%), and Boeing 777 (10.23%).
Best airlines flying from London to South Africa
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from London to South Africa with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom £52 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.2 114 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £373 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.9 42 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £384 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 686 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £401 | Free Cancellation | Rating 0.0 | |||
| PriceFrom £413 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.8 20 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £413 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.7 7,111 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £442 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.9 399 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £460 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 1,600 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £463 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 774 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £466 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.1 18 reviews |
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from London to South Africa?
It is quick and easy to find London to South Africa flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to South Africa that suits you.
Can I find flights from London to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?
All flight searches from London to South Africa on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from London to South Africa?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to South Africa from London.
I’m not ready to book a flight from London to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to South Africa from London. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.