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Fly direct from London to Johannesburg for the fastest, most convenient way to reach South Africa’s bustling economic and cultural hub — minimal hassle, more time to explore. While connecting flights can sometimes be cheaper, a nonstop trip saves hours and offers a more comfortable journey, making it ideal for both business and leisure travelers.
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The route London — Johannesburg is served by many carriers — 6 in total, including Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Ryanair, Wizz Air, and Pegasus Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $455) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.
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London — Johannesburg
12/20/2025
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VS449
Starting at $2,470
London — Johannesburg
12/26/2025
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VS449
Starting at $1,093
London — Johannesburg
12/31/2025
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BA57
Starting at $1,113
London — Johannesburg
02/10/2026
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BA55
Starting at $975
London — Johannesburg
05/15/2026
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VS449
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London is served by several airports with distinct roles: Heathrow and Gatwick act as the main international hubs handling long-haul and premium carriers, while Stansted and Luton typically cater to low-cost and charter airlines; London City is a compact business-oriented option close to the financial district. Heathrow sits about 20–25 km west of central London, Gatwick some 45 km south, Stansted and Luton roughly 55–65 km northeast and northwest respectively, and London City around 10 km east. Transfer options include the Heathrow Express (15–25 minutes, premium fare), Gatwick Express or Thameslink trains (30–40 minutes), Stansted Express (35–50 minutes), and regular rail/bus links; fares can range from budget coach prices to higher express train rates. Pros: broad airline choice and frequent services; cons: peak-time congestion and variable transfer costs depending on airport and service chosen.
Johannesburg is served primarily by OR Tambo International (JNB), the country’s main international hub and the usual choice for long-haul and regional carriers such as South African Airways and many international airlines. It typically handles most premium and connecting traffic and can be pricier than secondary options. Lanseria (HLA) operates as a smaller, budget-leaning alternative used by several low-cost and regional operators. OR Tambo sits about 20–25 km east of central Johannesburg; Gautrain express rail links the airport to Sandton and the city in roughly 15–25 minutes (fares can be moderate to mid-range), while taxis and rideshares take 25–45 minutes depending on traffic and cost varies. Lanseria is around 40 km northwest and usually requires a 45–60 minute drive or shuttle. Pros: OR Tambo offers extensive connections and amenities; cons: it can be busy and subject to peak-hour delays. Lanseria can be quicker for budget travelers but has fewer facilities and less frequent public transport.
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The cheapest one-way flight from London to Johannesburg departs on 02/10/2026, is operated by Swiss International Air Lines and costs $455
The cheapest roundtrip flight from London to Johannesburg departs on 02/20/2026, is operated by Air Algerie and costs $586
Fastest flight from London to Johannesburg takes 13h 50m
There are no direct flights on this route.
The distance between London and Johannesburg is 9064km (5620 miles). There are 26 direct flights from London to Johannesburg. The time difference between London and Johannesburg is 2h. Flights from London begin at 4:35 PM. The latest flight from London departs at 9:15 PM
The cheapest flight ticket from London to Johannesburg according to data for the last 48 hours costs $455
Often the best time to buy tickets from London to Johannesburg is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from London to Johannesburg can be found flying in these months: December.
The fastest flights from London to Johannesburg start from 13 hours 50 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route London — Johannesburg: Virgin Atlantic, British Airways
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