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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Luton to Johannesburg? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Johannesburg.R 7,064 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Luton on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,064, select.
Johannesburg.R 7,485 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 7,485, select.
Johannesburg.R 7,531 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Luton on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,531, select.
Johannesburg.R 7,638 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Luton on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,638, select.
Johannesburg.R 7,660 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Luton on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,660, select.
Johannesburg.R 7,666 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Luton on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,666, select.
Johannesburg.R 7,706 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Luton on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,706, select.
Johannesburg.R 7,835 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Luton on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,835, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Luton to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Luton to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from R 9,302
Sep
from R 7,064
Oct
from R 7,861
Nov
from R 7,531
Dec
from R 7,902
Jan
from R 7,666
Feb
from R 7,485
Mar
from R 7,660
Apr
from R 7,835
May
from R 7,638
Jun
from R 7,706
Jul
from R 9,787

Alternative London Luton to Johannesburg routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Luton 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 7,064
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from London Luton 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 Luton to Johannesburg is R 11,546. 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 Luton to Johannesburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,546.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from London Luton to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from London Luton to Johannesburg is usually December.
If you're flying from London Luton 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 11,546.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Luton Airport to Johannesburg on Monday, 1 December 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Luton 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 August, the average temperature is usually around 14°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, Wizz Air Malta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Flying from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

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

  • To avoid missing your LTN to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from LTN to Johannesburg. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • Travelling from central London to LTN takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a hotel near LTN? If you're catching an early flight from London Luton Airport to Johannesburg, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of London Luton Airport, data shows 72.75% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Johannesburg

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way London Luton Airport to Johannesburg flight is R 7,064. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,546. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from LTN to Johannesburg, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.

  • If you have flexibility with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a London Luton Airport to Johannesburg ticket.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LTN to Johannesburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Luton Airport to Johannesburg.

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to the centre of Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.

  • Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to JNB if you have a late flight from London Luton Airport to Johannesburg. Pick one of these options and make arrival day easier:

  • Follow your own route with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and find adventure across Johannesburg and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from LTN to Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • The centre of Johannesburg is around 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). After your flight from London Luton Airport to Johannesburg has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 50 minutes.

  • There are some great places to call home for the night near HLA. Unwind and get cosy after your LTN to Johannesburg flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make picking up a Lanseria International Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA will help you save.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • Travel to Johannesburg during peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from London Luton Airport to Johannesburg in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your London Luton Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

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

More about Johannesburg

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Johannesburg right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from London Luton Airport to Johannesburg:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are highlights which should be on any good Johannesburg itinerary.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Johannesburg has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of South Africa just waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.

  • Around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg, Bloemfontein is another favourite stop in South Africa. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.

Plan the rest of your trip from London to Johannesburg

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.