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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London City to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in September.

Alternative London City to Johannesburg routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London City to Johannesburg? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,636
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from London City to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.
The best price we found for a return flight from London City to Johannesburg is R 11,756. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London City to Johannesburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,756.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from London City to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from London City to Johannesburg is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from London City Airport, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the centre of Johannesburg. We've found flights into this airport from R 11,756.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London City Airport to Johannesburg on Wednesday, 25 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London City Airport and Johannesburg. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 11°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Travelling from London City Airport (LCY) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is two hours ahead of London, where London City Airport is located.

  • Allow plenty of time to catch your LCY to Johannesburg flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from LCY to Johannesburg. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The journey from central London to LCY takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near LCY. Whether you're taking an early flight from London City Airport to Johannesburg or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:

  • When it comes to London City Airport's on-time performance, 74.57% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Johannesburg

  • R 7,636 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London City Airport to Johannesburg flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 11,756. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from LCY to Johannesburg if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from London City Airport to Johannesburg is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across each month and land a fantastic deal.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from LCY to Johannesburg.

  • Save money on your flight from London City Airport to Johannesburg with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 29 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London City Airport to Johannesburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Johannesburg and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your flight from LCY to Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • The centre of Johannesburg is around 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Once your flight from London City Airport to Johannesburg has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 50 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to HLA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your LCY to Johannesburg flight:

  • First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make collecting a Lanseria International Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.

  • Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA will help you stay within budget.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • Before locking in your flights from London City Airport to Johannesburg, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Johannesburg offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.

  • Lock in a London City Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LCY to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

More about Johannesburg

  • After booking your flight from London City Airport to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:

  • Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are a couple of major attractions to put on your Johannesburg travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Johannesburg Zoo.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Johannesburg has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.

  • Bloemfontein is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without visiting Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.

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