Question 1

How long is the flight from London to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from London to Johannesburg typically takes around 11 hours 5 minutes. This makes the direct service the fastest and most convenient way to travel between London and Johannesburg. It is worth checking flight times when searching, as these can vary by airline and travel date.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from London to Johannesburg?

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Yes, there are direct flights from London to Johannesburg, with an average of around 3 to 4 flights per day, operated by, among others, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from London to Johannesburg?

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Direct flights from London to Johannesburg are operated by, among others, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. These services take you to Johannesburg without any stops, making them particularly handy for short breaks or weekend trips. It is still worth comparing departure times and airline policies, as baggage rules and additional charges can vary.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from London to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London to Johannesburg operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from London to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London to Johannesburg there are on average around 3 to 4 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from London to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

From London to Johannesburg there are around 23 to 24 flights per week. This means you usually have suitable connections to choose from on several days and at various times. As well as price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline and any potential additional charges.

Question 7

When does the first flight from London to Johannesburg depart?

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The earliest direct flight from London to Johannesburg usually departs at 18:30. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Johannesburg.

Question 8

When does the last flight from London to Johannesburg depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from London to Johannesburg usually departs at 21:15. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airline is most commonly chosen for flights from London to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

For flights from London to Johannesburg, offers from Swiss, British Airways and Kenya Airways are chosen most frequently. This reflects which airlines have been particularly popular with users on this route over the past year. Whether an airline suits you also depends on price, flight times, baggage and possible stopovers.

Question 10

In which months do idealo users most frequently search for flights from London to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Flights from London to Johannesburg are most frequently searched for travel in July, December and March. If you are planning to fly in one of these months, it may be worth comparing offers early. Outside the most popular months, you may find more choice or cheaper connections.

Question 11

Which departure days are most popular for flights from London to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

For flights from London to Johannesburg, departures on Tuesday, Friday and Thursday are particularly in demand. Demand can be higher on popular travel days, so it is worth checking alternative departure days. You may find more suitable flight times or cheaper offers.

Question 12

How long is the typical stay on trips from London to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

For trips from London to Johannesburg, stays of 6, 14 and 15 days are most commonly searched. These trip lengths are particularly popular with idealo users on this route.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
London Johannesburg	Outbound 01/12/26 2 Stopovers (IST, NBO) TK1930, TK0607, TK9436 25h 10min	Return 08/12/26 2 Stopovers (NBO, IST) TK9435, TK0608, TK1929 35h 05min	Turkish Airlines		£558
Best option London Johannesburg	Outbound 01/12/26 direct BA0057 11h 10min	Return 08/12/26 direct BA0056 11h 20min	British Airways	?	£655
London Johannesburg	Outbound 01/12/26 2 Stopovers (IST, NBO) TK1982, TK0607, TK9436 21h 35min	Return 08/12/26 2 Stopovers (NBO, IST) TK9435, TK0608, TK1929 35h 05min	Turkish Airlines		£564
London Johannesburg	Outbound 01/12/26 2 Stopovers (IST, NBO) TK1982, TK0607, TK9436 21h 35min	Return 08/12/26 2 Stopovers (NBO, IST) TK9435, TK0608, TK1929 35h 05min	Turkish Airlines		£565
London Johannesburg	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (NBO) KQ0101, KQ0760 15h 30min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (NBO) KQ0765, KQ0100 15h 55min	Kenya Airways		£574
London Johannesburg	Outbound 01/12/26 2 Stopovers (IST, NBO) TK1930, TK0607, TK9436 25h 10min	Return 08/12/26 2 Stopovers (NBO, IST) TK9435, TK0608, TK1997 29h 00min	Turkish Airlines		£581
London Johannesburg	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (NBO) KQ0101, KQ0762 20h 25min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (NBO) KQ0765, KQ0100 15h 55min	Kenya Airways		£597
London Johannesburg	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (NBO) KQ0101, KQ0760 15h 30min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (NBO) KQ0765, KQ0100 15h 55min	Kenya Airways	?	£606
London Johannesburg	Outbound 01/12/26 2 Stopovers (IST, NBO) TK1982, TK0607, TK9436 21h 35min	Return 08/12/26 2 Stopovers (NBO, IST) TK9435, TK0608, TK1997 29h 00min	Turkish Airlines	?	£610
London Johannesburg	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (IST) TK1982, TK0042 22h 55min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (IST) TK0039, TK1929 29h 45min	Turkish Airlines		£619

Outbound and return from	557,99 £
Flight duration	min. 11:00 / max. 11:20
Return flight duration	min. 11:10/ max. 11:35
Distance	9079 km
Flights per week	44
Departure airport	Airport London (LCY, LGW, LHR, LTN, STN, SEN) (LON)
Arrival airport	Airport Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (JNB)
Destination country	Flights to South Africa
Departure airport - Destination country	London (LCY, LGW, LHR, LTN, STN, SEN) - South Africa

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