What percentage of London to Johannesburg flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 4.2% of flights from London to Johannesburg were direct. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers should consider these figures when planning their journey and evaluating travel time.

How many hours is the flight from London to Johannesburg?

The typical direct flight from London to Johannesburg has a duration of 11 hours and 0 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to 17 hours and 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 9076 kilometers, which contributes to the extended flight duration.

How often do London to Johannesburg flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the London to Johannesburg route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may have regular opportunities to find more favorable fares. Monitoring prices over time can be beneficial for securing a better deal on this route.

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July 27 - July 31

Cheapest

Earliest

LGW - Johannesburg

£782

£415

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September 2 - September 9

Cheapest

LGW - Johannesburg

£649

£415

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October 11 - October 25

Cheapest

LGW - Johannesburg

£663

£415

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October 19 - October 28

Cheapest

LGW - Johannesburg

£672

£415

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July 27 - August 12

Best

Earliest

LGW - Johannesburg

£719

£416

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July 27 - August 5

Best

Earliest

LGW - Johannesburg

£738

£416

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August 2 - August 5

LGW - Johannesburg

£851

£416

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August 2 - August 12

Best

LGW - Johannesburg

£761

£416

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August 2 - August 7

LGW - Johannesburg

£815

£416

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September 8 - September 18

LGW - Johannesburg

£634

£417

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London to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Johannesburg

For those planning cheap flights from London to Johannesburg, fares typically range from $1019–$1745, with a median price of $1353. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 14% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers appear regularly. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from London to Johannesburg, April stands out with a median fare of just $781. Following closely, March offers a median fare of $884, and May presents another attractive option with a median of $894. These months generally provide the most economical options for this journey.

Most itineraries for flights from London to Johannesburg connect at least once, with only 4.2% of recent fares being direct flights. For the majority of journeys that involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means travelers should anticipate at least one layover, and often two, when planning their trip.

A typical journey from London to Johannesburg takes approximately 11h 0m, including connections. While direct flights from London to Johannesburg would also take around 11 hours, the median connecting journey extends to about 22h 40m. Given that most itineraries involve connections, this longer duration is more representative of the overall travel experience.

The distance between London and Johannesburg is approximately 9076 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This significant distance contributes to the longer flight times and the prevalence of connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from London to Johannesburg

Regular price: £588 - £1,017

Prices for flights from London to Johannesburg are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 588 GBP and 1017 GBP. The current lowest deal is 411 GBP with Condor Flugdienst for travel from Sep 24-Sep 29.

now £411

Low £588

High £1,017

The cheapest time to fly from London to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from London to Johannesburg is April, with a median price of $730. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1798. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from £730

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,798

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Direct flights from London to Johannesburg

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Last-minute flights going from London to Johannesburg

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Johannesburg

London (LGW) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Condor Flugdienst

£737

£416

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Johannesburg

London (LGW) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Condor Flugdienst

£719

£416

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Johannesburg

London (LGW) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Condor Flugdienst

£782

£416

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Johannesburg

London (LGW) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Condor Flugdienst

£725

£416

One-way

Fri, Jul 31

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Johannesburg

London (LGW) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Condor Flugdienst

£735

£421

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Johannesburg

London (LGW) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Condor Flugdienst

£763

£428

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Johannesburg

3 nights

Jul 9 - Jul 12

£888 → £417

53%

3 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 12

£819 → £416

49%

5 nights

Jul 9 - Jul 14

£825 → £425

49%

5 nights

Jul 7 - Jul 12

£825 → £425

49%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Johannesburg

London - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from London to Johannesburg are near the typical level, with a median price of $1353.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $730

Historically, April offers the lowest median prices at $730, making it the cheapest month to fly.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 11h 0m

Direct flights typically take 11h 0m, while connecting flights average 22h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up the majority of options, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Atlantic offers direct flights

Virgin Atlantic provides direct flight options from London to Johannesburg.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from London to Johannesburg are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick offers a good balance of price and convenience for flights from London to Johannesburg.

📍 ~40 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£412

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a major hub providing many options for your journey from London to Johannesburg.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£519

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a convenient option for travelers seeking a closer departure point for Johannesburg.

📍 ~13 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£560

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend provides an alternative departure point for flights from London to Johannesburg.

📍 ~57 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£644

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted is another choice for flights from London to Johannesburg.

📍 ~49 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£495

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport offers additional flexibility for your trip from London to Johannesburg.

📍 ~44 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£490

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from London to Johannesburg.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£412

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International Airport offers an alternative arrival point for flights from London to Johannesburg.

📍 ~32 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£643

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International is a major international hub, offering comprehensive cabin classes, but requires significant travel time to Johannesburg.

📍 ~500 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£508

Maputo International (MPM)

Maputo International is a major international gateway, but requires an international border crossing into Mozambique.

📍 ~440 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£647

Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE)

Sir Seretse Khama International is the closest international alternative, but requires crossing the border into Botswana.

📍 ~280 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£609

Kruger Mpumalanga International (MQP)

Kruger Mpumalanga International is a well-established regional airport, but has a limited international route network.

📍 ~330 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£565

Bloemfontein (BFN)

Bloemfontein is a stable domestic hub, offering multiple cabin classes, but has very limited international connectivity.

📍 ~390 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£544

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from London to Johannesburg are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price was $1206. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to an average of $1418. Similarly, booking 60+ days out can result in higher average fares, around $1677.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to Johannesburg was considered to be $1019 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $1353. Fares above $1745 were typically in the higher price range.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from London to Johannesburg, with a median price of $781. March also offered competitive fares, with a median of $884. The annual median price for this route was $1353, indicating that these months offer significant savings.

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