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Johannesburg.509 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Mar, returning Sun, 30 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 24 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 30 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 509 €, select.
Johannesburg.510 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Apr, returning Wed, 30 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 22 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 510 €, select.
Johannesburg.512 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Mon, 23 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 512 €, select.
Johannesburg.541 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Mar, returning Wed, 9 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 9 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 9 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 541 €, select.
Johannesburg.541 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Mar, returning Mon, 19 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 9 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 19 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 541 €, select.
Johannesburg.544 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Apr, returning Mon, 5 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 22 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 5 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 544 €, select.
Johannesburg.544 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 May, returning Sun, 11 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 4 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 11 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 544 €, select.
Johannesburg.549 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 549 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo flights are currently cheapest in March.
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from 613 €
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from 614 €

Direct flights from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London to Johannesburg below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

London to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found509 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time11 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week66

Finding cheap flights from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is 509 €. 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 and 2 minutes is the average flight time from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
American Airlines, Iberia and British Airways fly direct from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
As of February 2025, there are 66 flights per week flying from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Monday, 24 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 2 minutes.
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 O.R. Tambo 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.

Flying from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know

  • London has plenty of airports where you can start your holiday. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.

  • Hop on a direct flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 2 minutes.

  • The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is 2 hours ahead of London. O.R. Tambo International Airport is located in Johannesburg.

  • The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), with 30 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to JNB is the 18:25 British Airways option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 22:30 with Virgin Atlantic.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from London to JNB, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • You can jump on a direct flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

  • Virgin Atlantic is a leading airline that operates direct flights from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport jetting out of LHR.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from London to JNB. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Zurich Airport (ZRH)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • From central London, LHR is approximately 31 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.

  • Need a handy hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Looking for other options for a direct flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)? Check out the fares leaving from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

  • British Airways has direct flights from London to JNB leaving from LGW. Book your favourite aisle seat and get to your destination in a single journey.

  • Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these options between London Gatwick Airport and JNB:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • You can reach LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from London to JNB? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. Consider one of these stays:

About O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 29 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes to get there by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • For a one-way ticket from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport, 316 € is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from 509 €. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary depending on availability.

  • 8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to lock in cheap tickets from London to JNB.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.

  • Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices drop. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from London to JNB.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

The best time to fly from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • February is the quietest time to travel to Johannesburg. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.

  • The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from London to JNB in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Johannesburg

  • Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Johannesburg itinerary.

Complete your Johannesburg trip with a car rental

  • Shut down all those tabs and let us do the hard work for you. We can also help you find deals on car rentals in Johannesburg once you've booked your cheap flight from London to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Instantly compare prices in one place and drive away with the perfect rental for less.

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