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$487+ Cheap flights from Heathrow (LHR) to OR Tambo (JNB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — JNB
gen. 25 — febr. 11
ds. 1/25
ds. 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or November, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated gener 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$621
(Air France)

One-way from

$487
(Lufthansa)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$783
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on gener 20, 2025.

This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dt. 5/1311:30 amLHR - JNB
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
dg. 5/2511:15 pmJNB - LHR
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$621
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dj. 4/173:00 pmLHR - JNB
1 stop15h 10mEgyptair
dl. 4/289:45 pmJNB - LHR
1 stop16h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 1/18$624
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dj. 5/17:30 pmLHR - JNB
1 stop36h 05mLufthansa
dl. 5/197:00 pmJNB - LHR
1 stop14h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 1/20$625
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dg. 5/48:55 pmLHR - JNB
1 stop23h 25mKLM
dg. 5/1811:15 pmJNB - LHR
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Deal found 1/20$627
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dg. 12/76:00 amLHR - JNB
1 stop26h 10mSWISS
dc. 12/248:25 pmJNB - LHR
1 stop23h 25mSWISS
Deal found 1/20$655
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dv. 3/2111:45 amLHR - JNB
2 stops26h 15mKenya Airways
ds. 4/55:00 pmJNB - LHR
1 stop24h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/20$663
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dt. 7/110:25 pmLHR - JNB
1 stop35h 10mTurkish Airlines
dt. 7/225:50 pmJNB - LHR
1 stop16h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/19$675
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dt. 4/227:30 pmLHR - JNB
2 stops36h 05mAustrian Airlines
dl. 5/197:00 pmJNB - LHR
2 stops24h 40mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 1/20$682
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dc. 5/146:50 amLHR - JNB
2 stops24h 45mBrussels Airlines
dl. 5/267:00 pmJNB - LHR
2 stops23h 05mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 1/19$704
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dv. 1/318:30 pmLHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
dv. 2/74:50 pmJNB - LHR
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 1/19$708
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dj. 1/239:00 amLHR - JNB
1 stop21h 35mEtihad Airways
dl. 1/279:55 amJNB - LHR
1 stop22h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/19$758
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dc. 1/228:15 pmLHR - JNB
1 stop14h 55mEthiopian Air
dt. 2/44:00 amJNB - LHR
2 stops28h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/19$781

Find flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated gener 20, 2025.

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LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

dt. 5/13

11:30 am-8:10 am

1 stop19h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dg. 5/25

11:15 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$621

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

dj. 4/17

3:00 pm-7:10 am

1 stop15h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dl. 4/28

9:45 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$624

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

dj. 5/1

7:30 pm-8:35 am

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dl. 5/19

7:00 pm-8:40 am

1 stop14h 40m

$625

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

dg. 5/4

8:55 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dg. 5/18

11:15 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$627

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

dv. 3/21

11:45 am-4:00 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ds. 4/5

5:00 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop24h 15m

$663

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

dt. 7/1

10:25 pm-10:35 am

1 stop35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dt. 7/22

5:50 pm-9:45 am

1 stop16h 55m

$675

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

dt. 4/22

7:30 pm-8:35 am

2 stops36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dl. 5/19

7:00 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$682

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

dl. 2/3

2:25 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops29h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dv. 2/14

11:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$689

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

dc. 5/14

6:50 am-8:35 am

2 stops24h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dl. 5/26

7:00 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$704

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

dv. 1/31

8:30 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dv. 2/7

4:50 pm-6:20 am

1 stop15h 30m

$708

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Heathrow to OR Tambo in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on London Heathrow Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on London Heathrow Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from London Heathrow Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on London Heathrow Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for London Heathrow Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Heathrow with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHR to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated gener 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated gener 20, 2025.

The most flights from LHR to JNB are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to OR Tambo. Reviews last updated gener 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Lufthansa, KLM and Kenya Airways from London to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
786 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,599 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
665 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,490 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $624, Egyptair will fly you from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Egyptair, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $625 and $627, respectively. Egyptair is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are SWISS ($487), Egyptair ($498), and RwandAir ($506).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport consider choosing Virgin Atlantic (89%), China Eastern (88%) or Finnair (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is $810. On average you can expect to pay $2,268. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for $612.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated gener 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$575Average$886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
EgyptairCheapest$587Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
RwandAirCheapest$595Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$616Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$641Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Air FranceCheapest$646Average$876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$662Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$683Average$933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$730Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$831Average$1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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