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R4 791 Cheap flights to London

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to London departing on 21/1. 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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23:55 - 13:00JNB-LHR
15h 05m1 stop
18:40 - 10:25LHR-JNB
13h 45m1 stop
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Sun, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 10
23:55 - 13:00JNB-LHR
15h 05m1 stop
18:40 - 10:25LHR-JNB
13h 45m1 stop
R7 021SWISS
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Tue, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 26
9:30 - 22:55CPT-LHR
15h 25m1 stop
7:25 - 9:30LHR-CPT
25h 05m2 stops
R8 513Lufthansa
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19:35 - 9:25JNB-LCY
15h 50m1 stop
18:15 - 9:30LCY-JNB
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R8 679Lufthansa
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17h 50m1 stop
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R11 259Ethiopian Air
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R11 333Ethiopian Air
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R12 659Virgin Atlantic
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R12 696Virgin Atlantic
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12h 05mdirect
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11h 45mdirect
R14 115British Airways
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12h 05mdirect
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R14 134British Airways
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R4 791Kenya Airways
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R4 902Qatar Airways
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11h 20mdirect
R5 878Virgin Atlantic
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R5 934Virgin Atlantic
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R8 403SWISS
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R8 458SWISS
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R8 532Ethiopian Air
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R8 550British Airways
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R8 679British Airways
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16h 45m1 stop
R8 863Ethiopian Air
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R8 974SWISS
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R9 508SWISS
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R11 259Lufthansa
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10:10 - 22:55JNB-LHR
14h 45m1 stop
13:50 - 7:05LHR-JNB
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R11 849Lufthansa
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11h 20mdirect
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R15 055Virgin Atlantic
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12h 10mdirect
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R15 350British Airways
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R15 387British Airways
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10:00 - 3:55LGW-JNB
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R18 353Ethiopian Air
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11h 55mdirect
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R18 446Virgin Atlantic
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32h 40m1 stop
10:00 - 3:55LGW-JNB
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R19 348Ethiopian Air
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11h 50mdirect
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11h 30mdirect
R11 314Norse Atlantic UK
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11h 50mdirect
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R11 388Norse Atlantic UK
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11h 35mdirect
20:30 - 9:50LGW-CPT
11h 20mdirect
R11 701Norse Atlantic UK
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Sun, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 22
18:55 - 5:00JNB-LHR
11h 05mdirect
22:15 - 10:15LHR-JNB
11h 00mdirect
R12 807Virgin Atlantic
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19:30 - 4:50JNB-LHR
11h 20mdirect
22:30 - 11:30LHR-JNB
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R13 010Virgin Atlantic
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11h 30mdirect
21:15 - 10:20LHR-JNB
11h 05mdirect
R13 139British Airways
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11h 30mdirect
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R13 194British Airways
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11h 50mdirect
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11h 30mdirect
R21 154A.P.G.
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10:00 - 19:55CPT-LHR
11h 55mdirect
20:40 - 10:20LHR-CPT
11h 40mdirect
R58 451
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Tue, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 27

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London flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to London from South Africa, with most prices found around R11 646. If you are unable to visit London during the month of February, then departing from South Africa during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R12 752.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to London?

The best price found on momondo to London was R1 290/pp from Paris, which is 82% cheaper than the average flight price to London. To find the cheapest price to London from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to London is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R13 501. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from South Africa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R14 413.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as R12 048. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around R13 962. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to London?

In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to London is about 33 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are R13 460.

Cheapest flights to London

Find the cheapest flights to London from your nearest city or airport
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTFebruary14% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London costs on average just R11 646 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTAugust13% more expensiveIt costs about R15 202 for flights to London from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember311% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to London from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Cheap London flight deals and tips

Summary info about London flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R4 791

Best Round-Trip Price

R7 002

Fastest flight time

11h 05m

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The best one-way flight price to London from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 791 (Cape Town Intl to London Heathrow).
The best round-trip flight price to London from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R7 002 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow).
The fastest flight to London from South Africa takes 11h 05m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow).
August has the highest demand for flights to London, with a 10% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about flying to London

Is there an alternative airport near London?

Those flying to London could potentially find better pricing at London City Airport (12 km from London city centre), London Gatwick Airport (38 km from London city centre), London Luton Airport (45 km from London city centre) or London Stansted Airport (50 km from London city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into London?

London Luton Airport has an average price of R1 636 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting London. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

Are there flights to City of London?

Yes, you can get a flight ticket to London City if you want to reach City of London. It is the nearest London airport (9,8 km away).

What’s the closest airport to Central London?

The airport which is nearest to Central London is London City. It is 12,2 km away and is in London.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to London?

Prices for flights to London refresh daily.

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How old do you have to be to fly to London?

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 stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to London.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to London 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 licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at London. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to London?

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 for you.

Can I find flights to London with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to London on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to London?

Once all potential London 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 to London right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes. momondo can track flight prices for London and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.


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Cheapest flight routes to London

These routes have the cheapest flights to London found by momondo users in South Africa
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
JohannesburgLondon11h 05mR6 652
Cape TownLondon11h 35mR7 094
DurbanLondon17h 20mR9 232
Port ElizabethLondon23h 20mR9 545
Sun City ResortLondon19h 15mR17 764