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Cheap flights from London to Johannesburg

Compare real-time fares from London (LON) to Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa. See the cheapest days on our price calendar, reserve now and pay later on many fares, and get real human support with no hidden fees.

Distance9,075 km
Typical non-stop timeabout 11h 51m
Time difference2 hours ahead
Currency in JohannesburgSouth African Rand (ZAR)

Airports

Departing London

  • Heathrow (LHR) · 23 km from the centre
  • Gatwick (LGW) · 40 km from the centre
  • Stansted (STN) · 49 km from the centre
  • Luton (LTN) · 44 km from the centre
  • London City (LCY) · 13 km from the centre

Arriving Johannesburg

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) · 21 km from the centre

Staying in Johannesburg

South Africa's largest city and economic centre, and the country's main gateway for international flights.

Johannesburg travel guideHotels in Johannesburg

London to Johannesburg: questions travellers ask

How long is the flight from London to Johannesburg?

London and Johannesburg are about 9,075 km apart. A non-stop flight typically takes around 11h 51m; trips with a connection take longer depending on the stopover. TripSavo shows the exact time for every option before you book.

Which airports serve Johannesburg?

Johannesburg is served by O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), about 21 km from the city centre.

What is the time difference between London and Johannesburg?

Johannesburg is 2 hours ahead of London today. Where daylight saving applies, the difference can change during the year; flight times on TripSavo are always shown in local time.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Johannesburg?

Yes, you need a passport valid for the whole trip, and many countries ask for at least six months' validity. Visa and transit rules for South Africa, and for any country you connect through, depend on your nationality, so check with the embassy or official immigration website before you book.

How can I find a cheaper flight from London to Johannesburg?

Fares change with demand. Use TripSavo's price calendar to compare days, choose flexible dates (±1 or ±3 days) to see cheaper nearby days, and save a search to check it again later. On many fares you can also reserve now and pay later while you decide.

Which currency do I pay in?

You can pay for flights in US dollars (USD) or naira (NGN): choose the currency at checkout. Hotel stays and Pay Small Small plans are paid in naira. Payments go securely through Paystack, by card, or by bank transfer or USSD for naira. If your card is in another currency, your bank converts the amount and may add its own fee.

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