London, UKJohannesburg, South Africa

Flights from London to Johannesburg

Nonstop flights from London (LHR) to Johannesburg (JNB) take about 11h 51m (9,075 km). Virgin Atlantic and British Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $884 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Johannesburg

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Qatar Airways aircraft on tarmac at Johannesburg Airport with service vehicles — arriving in Johannesburg

Airport transfer

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British Airways Airbus A320 landing at Heathrow, London on a clear day. — lounges at Heathrow Airport

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Airlines flying London to Johannesburg

Carriers on LHR–JNB according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Virgin Atlanticnonstop fare seen✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen

London to Johannesburg fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $864 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $418. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$86625 Oct 2026 · Virgin Atlantic	$450 · 1 stop25 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$8644 Nov 2026 · Virgin Atlantic	$418 · 2 stops3 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$109929 Dec 2026 · British Airways	$466 · 2 stops30 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$87619 Jan 2027 · Virgin Atlantic	$424 · 2 stops19 Jan 2027
May 2027	$105929 May 2027 · Virgin Atlantic	$501 · 2 stops30 May 2027
Aug 2027	$89710 Aug 2027 · Virgin Atlantic	$469 · 2 stops10 Aug 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $418 for November 2026, $424 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 6 of 6 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (London to Johannesburg, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Johannesburg

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South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — London to Johannesburg flights

How long is the flight from London to Johannesburg?

A nonstop flight from London (LHR) to Johannesburg (JNB) takes about 11h 51m, covering 9,075 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is London from Johannesburg by air?

The great-circle distance between London Heathrow Airport and O.R. Tambo International Airport is 9,075 km (5,639 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from London to Johannesburg?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LHR–JNB route include Virgin Atlantic and British Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from London to Johannesburg cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LHR–JNB was $884 USD with Virgin Atlantic (nonstop), departing 10 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Johannesburg?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $418 one-way, against $501 for May 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from London to Johannesburg?

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $516 with 2 stops against $884 nonstop, a saving of $368. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from UK to South Africa?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter South Africa visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Johannesburg?

South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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