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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Pietermaritzburg

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow to Pietermaritzburg? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Pietermaritzburg.$1,599 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Airlink.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with Airlink, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,599, select.
Pietermaritzburg.$1,726 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,726, select.
Pietermaritzburg.$2,007 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun, returning Mon, 23 Jun.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,007, select.
Pietermaritzburg.$2,087 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,087, select.
Pietermaritzburg.$2,143 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct, returning Thu, 30 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,143, select.
Pietermaritzburg.$2,211 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Sat, 12 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Airlink.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with Airlink, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,211, select.
Pietermaritzburg.$2,428 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Sun, 14 Sep.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,428, select.
Pietermaritzburg.$2,554 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Dec, returning Mon, 26 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,554, select.

The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the London Heathrow Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $2,007
Jul
from $2,087
Aug
from $2,841
Sep
from $1,726
Oct
from $2,143
Nov
from $1,599
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Cheapest month:November
Most expensive month:August

London Heathrow to Pietermaritzburg: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Heathrow to Pietermaritzburg below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Pietermaritzburg.

London to Pietermaritzburg: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,599
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Pietermaritzburg: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Pietermaritzburg is $1,599. 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 Heathrow to Pietermaritzburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,599.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from London Heathrow to Pietermaritzburg.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Pietermaritzburg is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport on Tuesday, 4 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Heathrow Airport and Pietermaritzburg Airport. 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 Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Pietermaritzburg.

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

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LHR to PZB flight.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport flight is $1,493. A return plane ticket right now is $1,599. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LHR to PZB if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LHR to PZB by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

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

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • 68.18% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)

  • If you're coming in on a late London Heathrow Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near PZB:

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  • Increase your likelihood of scoring the best rate by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Pietermaritzburg Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good move.

Getting from Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to central Pietermaritzburg

  • Pietermaritzburg Airport to central Pietermaritzburg has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.

When to fly to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)

  • The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Pietermaritzburg based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Pietermaritzburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LHR to PZB around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Pietermaritzburg has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you should also see. Around 72 kilometres south-east of Pietermaritzburg, a trip to Durban will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Moses Mabhida Stadium, Golden Mile and Umgeni River Bird Park.

  • Around 451 kilometres north-west of Pietermaritzburg, Johannesburg is another essential stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo.

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