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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow to Johannesburg? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Johannesburg.$801 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $801, select.
Johannesburg.$877 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $877, select.
Johannesburg.$931 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with SWISS and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $931, select.
Johannesburg.$933 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $933, select.
Johannesburg.$938 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with SWISS and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $938, select.
Johannesburg.$940 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Sat, 12 Jul.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $940, select.
Johannesburg.$953 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $953, select.
Johannesburg.$963 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $963, select.

The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $1,012
Jul
from $1,017
Aug
from $1,378
Sep
from $933
Oct
from $1,049
Nov
from $963
Dec
from $1,007
Jan
from $976
Feb
from $976
Mar
from $953
Apr
from $1,133
May
from $1,032
Cheapest month:September
Most expensive month:August

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Johannesburg

Alternative London Heathrow to Johannesburg routes

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

London to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$801
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week73

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow 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 Heathrow to Johannesburg is $801. 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.
11 hours is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Johannesburg.
American Airlines, Iberia and British Airways fly direct from London Heathrow to Johannesburg.
As of June 2025, there are 73 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Johannesburg is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from London Heathrow 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 $801.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg on Sunday, 28 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours.
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, Emirates and Virgin Atlantic offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg is 11 hours 15 minutes.

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

  • The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). You can choose from 21 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to JNB is the 18:25 British Airways option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 22:30 with Virgin Atlantic.

  • To avoid missing your LHR to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

  • Start your journey at LHR and travel nonstop to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg tickets.

  • British Airways is a leading airline that offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg.

  • We make it simple to book flight tickets from LHR to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LHR:

  • 68.18% of flights that leave from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Johannesburg

  • $742 is currently the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg flight. Return flight tickets start from $801. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • Get cheap flights from LHR to Johannesburg by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from LHR to Johannesburg.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:

  • Explore without limits 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.

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from LHR to Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is about 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. Following your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to HLA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your LHR to Johannesburg flight:

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

  • Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from HLA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • Before securing your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Johannesburg offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.

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

  • Search for cheap tickets from LHR to Johannesburg in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

More about Johannesburg

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Johannesburg right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are top sights 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 waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.

  • Bloemfontein is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without a visit to Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.

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