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Johannesburg.R 6,008 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,008, select.

Johannesburg.R 6,574 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,574, select.

Johannesburg.R 6,704 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,704, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,071 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,071, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,104 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,104, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,118 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,118, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,466 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,466, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,563 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,563, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

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

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London Gatwick to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Gatwick to Johannesburg below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

London to Johannesburg: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	R 6,008
Cheapest month to fly	November

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London Gatwick to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is R 9,978. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Gatwick to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 9,946.

How many flights are there a week from London Gatwick to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from London Gatwick to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Gatwick to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Sunday, 28 September 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

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 O.R. Tambo 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Johannesburg?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo with?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know

Johannesburg is two hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your LGW to JNB flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGW and JNB:
- Zurich Airport
- Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight is R 6,008. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 9,946. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from LGW to JNB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LGW to JNB.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Of all flights leaving London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to LGW:

Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Book a hotel near JNB if you have a late London Gatwick Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport to the centre of Johannesburg has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to JNB around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

Johannesburg is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be discovered. About 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without a visit to 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.