Flights to South Africa

£385 Cheap flights to South Africa

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Recent flights found to popular cities in South Africa

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Emirates
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Ethiopian Air
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Ethiopian Air
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Multiple Airlines
8 Sept
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JNB
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JNB
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Multiple Airlines
11 Sept
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JNB
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JNB
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Ethiopian Air
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Multiple Airlines
8 Sept
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JNB
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Ethiopian Air
2 Nov
LGW
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JNB
10 Nov
JNB
16h 40m
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LGW
Multiple Airlines
11 Sept
LHR
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JNB
24 Sept
JNB
13h 40m
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Lufthansa
11 Sept
LHR
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24 Sept
JNB
14h 40m
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Norse Atlantic UK
6 Oct
LGW
11h 35m
CPT
16 Oct
CPT
11h 45m
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Norse Atlantic UK
6 Oct
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11h 35m
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16 Oct
CPT
11h 45m
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Norse Atlantic UK
4 Oct
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Norse Atlantic UK
6 Oct
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CPT
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Norse Atlantic UK
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CPT
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Norse Atlantic UK
6 Oct
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Norse Atlantic UK
3 Oct
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Norse Atlantic UK
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Norse Atlantic UK
6 Oct
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Norse Atlantic UK
2 Oct
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11h 30m
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17 Oct
CPT
11h 50m
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Multiple Airlines
8 Sept
LHR
18h 20m
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DUR
16 Sept
DUR
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Lufthansa
4 Nov
LHR
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12 Nov
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26h 30m
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Lufthansa
4 Nov
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20h 25m
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Lufthansa
26 Nov
LHR
28h 15m
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9 Dec
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Lufthansa
28 Nov
LHR
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DUR
9 Dec
DUR
17h 55m
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Multiple Airlines
8 Sept
LHR
19h 15m
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DUR
16 Sept
DUR
18h 35m
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3 Sept
MAN
26h 35m
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DUR
13 Sept
DUR
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MAN
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8 Sept
LCY
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DUR
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LCY
Multiple Airlines
8 Sept
LHR
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23h 05m
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Lufthansa
30 Nov
LHR
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9 Dec
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KLM
4 Sept
BHX
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10 Sept
DUR
26h 50m
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Multiple Airlines
30 Nov
LGW
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DUR
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Multiple Airlines
4 Jul
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PLZ
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PLZ
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2 Sept
EDI
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PLZ
11 Sept
PLZ
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Lufthansa
1 Sept
BHX
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PLZ
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PLZ
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Lufthansa
1 Sept
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PLZ
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PLZ
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Lufthansa
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PLZ
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Lufthansa
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PLZ
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PLZ
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Multiple Airlines
1 Sept
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PLZ
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PLZ
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EDI
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PLZ
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PLZ
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EDI
Multiple Airlines
1 Sept
BHX
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PLZ
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PLZ
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Multiple Airlines
4 Jul
LHR
20h 40m
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PLZ
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PLZ
23h 45m
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British Airways
14 Sept
LHR
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PLZ
29 Sept
PLZ
16h 45m
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Multiple Airlines
2 Aug
LGW
25h 10m
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GRJ
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GRJ
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Qatar Airways
15 Oct
BHX
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GRJ
19 Nov
GRJ
48h 20m
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Multiple Airlines
15 Oct
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GRJ
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GRJ
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Multiple Airlines
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GRJ
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GRJ
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Multiple Airlines
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LGW
20h 45m
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GRJ
1 Nov
GRJ
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Lufthansa
19 Oct
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27h 15m
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GRJ
1 Nov
GRJ
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Lufthansa
19 Oct
LHR
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GRJ
1 Nov
GRJ
54h 15m
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Multiple Airlines
2 Aug
LGW
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GRJ
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GRJ
22h 50m
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Multiple Airlines
2 Aug
LHR
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GRJ
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GRJ
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Multiple Airlines
2 Aug
LHR
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GRJ
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GRJ
26h 50m
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Multiple Airlines
2 Aug
LHR
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GRJ
9 Aug
GRJ
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2 Aug
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Find the cheapest flights from the United Kingdom to South Africa

Recent return flight deals from the United Kingdom to South Africa

Norse Atlantic UK Logo
09:10 - 21:45LGW-CPT
11h 35mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
00:30 - 11:15CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
£385Norse Atlantic UK
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Mon, 6 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct
Emirates Logo
22:00 - 16:35LHR-JNB
16h 35m1 stop
Emirates Logo
18:50 - 11:40JNB-LHR
18h 50m1 stop
£404Emirates
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Wed, 19 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
Virgin Atlantic Logo
22:30 - 11:30LHR-JNB
11h 00mdirect
Virgin Atlantic Logo
19:35 - 04:55JNB-LHR
11h 20mdirect
£523Virgin Atlantic
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Thu, 20 Nov - Tue, 9 Dec
RwandAir Logo
21:20 - 14:20LHR-JNB
16h 00m1 stop
RwandAir Logo
16:50 - 09:00JNB-LHR
17h 10m1 stop
£525RwandAir
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Tue, 1 Jul - Tue, 15 Jul
Virgin Atlantic Logo
22:15 - 10:05LHR-JNB
10h 50mdirect
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:30 - 06:45JNB-LHR
11h 15mdirect
£526Virgin Atlantic
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Thu, 11 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
RwandAir Logo
21:20 - 14:20LHR-JNB
16h 00m1 stop
RwandAir Logo
16:50 - 09:00JNB-LHR
17h 10m1 stop
£528RwandAir
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Tue, 1 Jul - Tue, 15 Jul
KLM Logo
06:30 - 21:25LHR-CPT
13h 55m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:15 - 17:35CPT-LHR
19h 20m1 stop
£544KLM
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Thu, 3 Jul - Sun, 13 Jul
KLM Logo
17:30 - 21:35MAN-JNB
27h 05m1 stop
KLM Logo
18:50 - 10:20JNB-MAN
16h 30m2 stops
£556KLM
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Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep
British Airways Logo
21:25 - 09:25LHR-JNB
11h 00mdirect
British Airways Logo
19:25 - 05:35JNB-LHR
11h 10mdirect
£561British Airways
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Thu, 18 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
British Airways Logo
21:25 - 09:25LHR-JNB
11h 00mdirect
British Airways Logo
21:15 - 07:30JNB-LHR
11h 15mdirect
£563British Airways
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Sun, 17 Aug - Mon, 15 Sep

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What is the cheapest flight to South Africa?

The cheapest flights to South Africa recently found by momondo users are £37 with Lift, £37 with Cemair, and £38 with Airlink.
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Cheapest flights to cities in South Africa

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Cheap South Africa flight deals and tips

Summary info about South Africa flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

£287

Best Round-Trip Price

£385

Fastest flight time

11h 20m

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December
The best one-way flight price to South Africa from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £287 (London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to South Africa from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £385 (London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl).
The fastest flight to South Africa from United Kingdom takes 11h 20m (London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl).
December has the highest demand for flights to South Africa, with a 6% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about flying to South Africa

What popular landmarks are in South Africa?

What is the best airport to land at to visit Camps Bay Beach?

The closest airport to Camps Bay Beach is Cape Town Airport, which is located in Cape Town. If you plan on visiting or staying in this area, landing at Cape Town Airport will be your best bet.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

What is the most popular airport in South Africa to fly to?

How much are flights to South Africa?

Flights to South Africa can be found for as cheap as £252 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to South Africa for around £2,240 on average. If you’re looking to find a good deal on your flight to South Africa, then you should consider booking if you find anything for £2,036 or less.

What is the best day of the week to fly to South Africa?

Consider booking a flight to South Africa on a Tuesday, which is the cheapest day of the week. You will also find that flying out on a Wednesday is another low-cost option. Try to avoid booking your flight to South Africa on Friday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.

Where is it cheapest to fly into South Africa?

To save money on airfare when visiting South Africa, consider Cape Town Intl airport in Cape Town, which has the cheapest flights with an average airfare of £252. You may also consider flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg for the second cheapest option with an average airfare of £499.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to South Africa?

Prices for flights to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to South Africa?

How old do you have to be to fly to South Africa?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


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Can I find flights to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to South Africa to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to South Africa.

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Cheapest flight routes to South Africa

These routes have the cheapest flights to South Africa found by momondo users in United Kingdom
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
LondonJohannesburg10h 50m£404
LondonCape Town11h 20m£419
BirminghamJohannesburg14h 20m£459
ManchesterJohannesburg14h 25m£473
ManchesterCape Town14h 30m£490
EdinburghJohannesburg14h 15m£538
InvernessCape Town14h 00m£555
GlasgowCape Town14h 25m£562
LondonDurban19h 10m£564
BirminghamCape Town22h 45m£571
GlasgowJohannesburg13h 55m£577
Newcastle upon TyneJohannesburg14h 20m£582
EdinburghCape Town14h 25m£593
SouthamptonCape Town25h 10m£595
Newcastle upon TyneCape Town14h 25m£599
LondonGeorge25h 20m£610