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London.$868 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with SWISS and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $868, select.
London.$923 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Apr, returning Sat, 10 May.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 13 Apr, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $923, select.
London.$944 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Thu, 5 Mar.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $944, select.
London.$963 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Apr, returning Sat, 19 Apr.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 13 Apr, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 19 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $963, select.
London.$963 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 May, returning Wed, 28 May.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 21 May, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $963, select.
London.$970 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 19 May, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $970, select.
London.$970 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $970, select.
London.$979 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $979, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to London Heathrow flights are currently cheapest in February.
Apr
from $963
May
from $963
Jun
from $979
Jul
from $1,317
Aug
from $1,090
Sep
from $1,108
Oct
from $1,126
Nov
from $970
Dec
from $1,186
Jan
from $988
Feb
from $868
Mar
from $1,088

Direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to London Heathrow

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to London Heathrow: Alternative routes

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Johannesburg to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$868
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time11 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week65

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to London Heathrow is $868. 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 17 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to London Heathrow.
American Airlines, Iberia and British Airways fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to London Heathrow.
As of April 2025, there are 65 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to London Heathrow.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to London Heathrow is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport on Thursday, 5 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 17 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 London Heathrow 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, SWISS and Virgin Atlantic offer the cheapest flight tickets to London Heathrow.

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

  • A direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport takes an average of 11 hours 15 minutes. The timezone in London is UTC+0, so it's 2 hours behind Johannesburg.

  • Take your pick of 58 weekly flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. The 18:25 departure with British Airways is the earliest flight out from JNB to LHR. Virgin Atlantic operates the last service of the day at 22:30 if early starts aren't your thing.

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

  • Travelling to London (and then discovering more of United Kingdom!) is simple with Virgin Atlantic. This popular carrier has direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

  • We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between JNB and LHR include:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

  • Remember, you may need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from JNB to LHR, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.

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

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is $468. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $868. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap flight tickets from JNB to LHR by booking 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from JNB to LHR. There's no need to search every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 12 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

  • From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 57 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.

When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to explore London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JNB to LHR in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC then.

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