Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $947 to $1,583. The lowest price recently found on this route was $653.

Question 1

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

Istanbul (IST) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 58m.

Question 2

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is at noon. Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during this time can be as low as $758. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,341 per ticket.

Question 3

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $947 to $1,583.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $653.

Question 4

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

Kigali (KGL) was the most common stop: 69% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 5

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Heathrow Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was $1,032. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to depart from London Heathrow Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,258.

Question 6

How often are flights from London to Johannesburg delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between London and Johannesburg have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 120 minutes.

Question 7

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Johannesburg flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 8

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 9

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Johannesburg flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 10

What is the cheapest London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo flight prices

Question 11

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 74 flights per week flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 12

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 10 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

Question 13

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 05m.

Question 14

What cabin class options are available on London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 15

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

Accepted Answer

SWISS and Brussels Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Question 16

What airlines fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and RwandAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Heathrow Airport according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 58% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 17

How have London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 18

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Cairo (CAI) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $597.

Question 19

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Heathrow Airport, with most prices found around $751. The month of February is another great option to travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with average flight prices from London Heathrow Airport averaging around $756.

Question 20

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Heathrow Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around $894 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Heathrow Airport for as low as $848 on momondo.

Question 21

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport were last updated today.

Question 22

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 12 as of December 2025.

Question 23

How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

Question 24

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What cabin class options are available on London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

SWISS and Brussels Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo

What airlines fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

How often are flights from London to Johannesburg delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between London and Johannesburg have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 120 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Johannesburg flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Johannesburg flights?

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Kigali (KGL) was the most common stop: 69% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Cairo (CAI) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $597.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights connecting via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 05m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Istanbul (IST) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 58m.

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on average per day?

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 10 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 74 flights per week flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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