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Johannesburg.R 6,313 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,313, select.

Johannesburg.R 6,794 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,794, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,115 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,115, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,121 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,121, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,134 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,134, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,173 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,173, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,230 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,230, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,320 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Luton on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,320, select.

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London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London 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

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 6,313
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	11 hrs
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	81

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

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

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is R 9,485. 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.

How long does it take to fly from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

11 hours is the average flight time from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

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

American Airlines, Iberia and British Airways fly direct from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

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

As of July 2025, there are 81 flights per week flying from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

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

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

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Tuesday, 25 November 2025.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours.

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

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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.

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

You can choose from a range of airports when planning a flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Check out your options for flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Hop on a direct London to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 11 hours.
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London. O.R. Tambo International Airport is located in Johannesburg.
With 21 direct flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the most popular route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 6:25pm. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from LHR to JNB is with Virgin Atlantic at 10:30pm.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from London to JNB.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

You can jump on a direct flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
You can get away on a direct flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport with British Airways. This well-known airline offers services from LHR.
British Airways is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from LHR to JNB.
Virgin Atlantic is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from London to JNB with a stopover. To explore the options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LHR and JNB include:
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on time.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Split up your flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and JNB include:
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- Zurich Airport (ZRH)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to JNB flight, unwind in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
69.26% of flights out of London Gatwick Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Stansted Airport (STN)

When searching for a plane ticket from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) out of Stansted Airport (STN), you have stopover options to choose from. Make a pit stop at Dubai Airport (DXB), one of the busiest transit hubs on this route.
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early London to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Stansted Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.

About O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

If you have a late flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Pick up 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 you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your London to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight.

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

O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

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

At the moment, R 6,313 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,485. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from London to JNB, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable London to O.R. Tambo International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from London to JNB is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
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The best time to fly from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

February is the quietest month for flights from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your London to JNB plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

More about Johannesburg

Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Johannesburg when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Apartheid Museum followed by Top of Africa and Constitution Hill.

Explore more of South Africa

You've seen Johannesburg, now it's time to discover other parts of South Africa. Travel around 257 kilometres south-west to Welkom to check off its top sights. From Up Town Park to Voortrekker Memorial, Welkom and mandela park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Newcastle is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without dropping by Roman Catholic Church: Christ The King, Jaami Masjid and Newcastle Central Jungle Gym park.