Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to South Africa flights?

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Heathrow to South Africa?

Lufthansa, SWISS, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from London Heathrow to South Africa

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa on average per week?

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and South Africa is 79 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How often are flights from London to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between London and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 118 minutes.

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa on average per day?

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and South Africa is 11 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 10:00p.m., with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to South Africa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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 are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa?

There are 2 operators available for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport 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.

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5:10 p.m. - 10:30 a.m.

LHR

JNB

15h 20m

1 stop

10:10 a.m. - 10:55 p.m.

JNB

LHR

14h 45m

1 stop

C$ 851Multiple Airlines

Thu, 5 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

4:25 p.m. - 6:40 a.m.

LHR

JNB

13h 15m

1 stop

8:45 a.m. - 10:40 p.m.

JNB

LHR

14h 55m

1 stop

C$ 855Lufthansa

Tue, 21 Apr - Wed, 6 May

1:55 p.m. - 8:20 a.m.

LHR

JNB

16h 25m

1 stop

9:50 a.m. - 6:40 a.m.

JNB

LHR

22h 50m

1 stop

C$ 870Etihad Airways

Thu, 26 Feb - Sun, 8 Mar

7:20 p.m. - 8:20 a.m.

LHR

JNB

35h 00m

1 stop

9:50 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.

JNB

LHR

28h 15m

1 stop

C$ 874Etihad Airways

Mon, 2 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

5:15 p.m. - 9:20 a.m.

LHR

JNB

15h 05m

1 stop

8:45 a.m. - 10:40 p.m.

JNB

LHR

14h 55m

1 stop

C$ 878Multiple Airlines

Mon, 27 Apr - Mon, 11 May

3:30 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.

LHR

JNB

16h 05m

1 stop

8:45 a.m. - 10:40 p.m.

JNB

LHR

14h 55m

1 stop

C$ 880Lufthansa

Sat, 25 Apr - Mon, 11 May

1:55 p.m. - 8:20 a.m.

LHR

JNB

16h 25m

1 stop

9:50 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.

JNB

LHR

28h 15m

1 stop

C$ 882Etihad Airways

Sat, 28 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar

6:30 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.

LHR

JNB

13h 05m

1 stop

8:45 a.m. - 10:40 p.m.

JNB

LHR

14h 55m

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C$ 885Lufthansa

Mon, 20 Apr - Wed, 6 May

9:30 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.

LHR

JNB

21h 50m

1 stop

9:50 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

JNB

LHR

27h 55m

1 stop

C$ 899Etihad Airways

Thu, 16 Apr - Sun, 3 May

8:50 p.m. - 8:20 a.m.

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JNB

34h 30m

1 stop

9:50 a.m. - 3:05 p.m.

JNB

LHR

30h 15m

1 stop

C$ 901Etihad Airways

Wed, 29 Apr - Wed, 13 May

Ethiopian Air flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

2 Mar

LHR8:15 p.m.London Heathrow

14h 50m

1 stop

JNB1:05 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

12 Mar

JNB2:30 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 05m

1 stop

LHR6:35 a.m.London Heathrow

C$ 954

Ethiopian Air

5 Feb

LHR8:15 p.m.London Heathrow

14h 50m

1 stop

JNB1:05 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

17 Feb

JNB2:30 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 05m

1 stop

LHR6:35 a.m.London Heathrow

C$ 1,022

Ethiopian Air

2 Feb

LHR8:15 p.m.London Heathrow

14h 50m

1 stop

JNB1:05 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

17 Feb

JNB2:30 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 05m

1 stop

LHR6:35 a.m.London Heathrow

C$ 1,057

Lufthansa flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa

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Lufthansa

21 Apr

LHR4:25 p.m.London Heathrow

13h 15m

1 stop

JNB6:40 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

6 May

JNB8:45 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 55m

1 stop

LHR10:40 p.m.London Heathrow

C$ 855

Lufthansa

25 Apr

LHR3:30 p.m.London Heathrow

16h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:35 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

11 May

JNB8:45 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 55m

1 stop

LHR10:40 p.m.London Heathrow

C$ 880

Lufthansa

20 Apr

LHR6:30 p.m.London Heathrow

13h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:35 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

6 May

JNB8:45 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 55m

1 stop

LHR10:40 p.m.London Heathrow

C$ 885

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Thu 5/3

5:10 p.m.-10:30 a.m.

1 stop15h 20m

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1 stop14h 45m

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London Heathrow

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4:25 p.m.-6:40 a.m.

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8:45 a.m.-10:40 p.m.

1 stop14h 55m

C$ 855

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London Heathrow

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1:55 p.m.-8:20 a.m.

1 stop16h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:50 a.m.-6:40 a.m.

1 stop22h 50m

C$ 870

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LHRJNB

London Heathrow

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7:20 p.m.-8:20 a.m.

1 stop35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

9:50 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop28h 15m

C$ 874

LondonJohannesburg

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LHRJNB

London Heathrow

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5:15 p.m.-9:20 a.m.

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

8:45 a.m.-10:40 p.m.

1 stop14h 55m

C$ 878

LondonJohannesburg

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LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sat 25/4

3:30 p.m.-8:35 a.m.

1 stop16h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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8:45 a.m.-10:40 p.m.

1 stop14h 55m

C$ 880

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London Heathrow

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1:55 p.m.-8:20 a.m.

1 stop16h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

9:50 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop28h 15m

C$ 882

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LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 20/4

6:30 p.m.-8:35 a.m.

1 stop13h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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8:45 a.m.-10:40 p.m.

1 stop14h 55m

C$ 885

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LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 16/4

9:30 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

1 stop21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

9:50 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

1 stop27h 55m

C$ 899

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 29/4

8:50 p.m.-8:20 a.m.

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

9:50 a.m.-3:05 p.m.

1 stop30h 15m

C$ 901

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from London Heathrow Airport is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 1,020, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. 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 C$ 1,029.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as C$ 1,106. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from London Heathrow Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 5,034.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest London Heathrow Airport to South Africa flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to South Africa in the afternoon for as low as C$ 1,240. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are C$ 1,390 on average. Flights to South Africa from London Heathrow Airport in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around C$ 1,214 when searching 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 C$ 1,116 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on London Heathrow to South Africa flights?

There is only 1 cabin class 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.

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Best price found	C$ 1,104
Fastest flight time	10h 55m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best flight deal from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 1,104

The fastest flight from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa takes 10h 55m

Direct flights go from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa every day.

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From London Heathrow Airport there are direct flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa?
There are 2 operators available for flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport 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 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 (44.05% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A380-800 (26.90%), Boeing 787 Dreamliner (8.88%), and Boeing 777-300ER (7.72%).

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom C$ 625	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 678 reviews		Search Virgin Atlantic flights
British Airways	PriceFrom C$ 1,082	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,707 reviews		Search British Airways flights

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What cabin class options are available on London Heathrow to South Africa flights?

There is only 1 cabin class 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?

Lufthansa, SWISS, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from London Heathrow to South Africa

How often are flights from London to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between London and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 118 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to South Africa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to South Africa flights?

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa on average per day?

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and South Africa is 11 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 10:00p.m., with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa on average per week?

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and South Africa is 79 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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