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Overview: London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg flight

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
South AfricaSouth Africa
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Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg depart on average 77 times per day, taking around 12h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £411 if you book in advance.

There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest flight covers the 9074 km distance in 13h 40m. August is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
9074 km
Average flight duration
12h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£411
Flights per day
77
Direct flights
2
Fastest flight
13h 40m
First flight
5:30
Last flight
22:00
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

The cheapest and fastest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg

Showing times and prices for 05 Jun

Cheapest price

£473

Average price

£1019

Fastest journey

11 h

Average duration

12 h 24 m

Flights per day

81

Distance

9074 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg will cost around £1019 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £473.

Fast flights

Of the 81 flights that leave London Heathrow Airport for Johannesburg every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct flights cover the 9074 km distance in an average of 12 h 24 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 11 h .

The slowest flights will take 13 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Qatar AirwaysQR6 · QR1363
    8:2525h05
    London Heathrow Airport
    10:30Johannesburg
    £4731One-way
    1 change
  • Qatar AirwaysQR120 · QR1365
    9:3017h30
    London Heathrow Airport
    4:00Johannesburg
    £4731One-way
    1 change
  • Qatar AirwaysQR110 · QR1363
    15:3517h55
    London Heathrow Airport
    10:30Johannesburg
    £4731One-way
    1 change
  • Qatar AirwaysQR6 · QR1365
    8:2518h35
    London Heathrow Airport
    4:00Johannesburg
    £4731One-way
    1 change
  • Qatar AirwaysQR4 · QR1363
    15:0518h25
    London Heathrow Airport
    10:30Johannesburg
    £4731One-way
    1 change

Live departures

London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg flight times

The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg flights for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Air FranceAF1581 · AF99011:30 London Heathrow Airport
21h50
10:20 Johannesburg1 change
IberiaQR6861+Qatar AirwaysQR150 · QR136311:30 London Heathrow Airport
22h00
10:30 Johannesburg2 changes
British AirwaysQR9767+Qatar AirwaysQR274 · QR136311:35 London Heathrow Airport
21h55
10:30 Johannesburg2 changes
British AirwaysQR5877+Qatar AirwaysQR100 · QR136311:40 London Heathrow Airport
21h50
10:30 Johannesburg2 changes
KLMKL1006+Air FranceKL2017 · KL214811:45 London Heathrow Airport
21h35
10:20 Johannesburg2 changes
KLMKL1006 · KL1409+Air FranceKL214811:45 London Heathrow Airport
21h35
10:20 Johannesburg2 changes
KLMKL1006+Air FranceKL2023 · KL214811:45 London Heathrow Airport
21h35
10:20 Johannesburg2 changes
KLMKL1006 · KL1411+Air FranceKL214811:45 London Heathrow Airport
21h35
10:20 Johannesburg2 changes
KLMKL1006 · KL59111:45 London Heathrow Airport
32h35
21:20 Johannesburg1 change
Austrian AirlinesOS334 · OS217+LufthansaOS731512:20 London Heathrow Airport
19h15
8:35 Johannesburg2 changes
Austrian AirlinesOS334 · OS215+LufthansaOS731512:20 London Heathrow Airport
19h15
8:35 Johannesburg2 changes
British AirwaysQR9708+Qatar AirwaysQR150 · QR136312:20 London Heathrow Airport
21h10
10:30 Johannesburg2 changes
KLM CityhopperKL1010+KLMKL59114:45 London Heathrow Airport
29h35
21:20 Johannesburg1 change
KLM CityhopperKL1010+Air FranceKL2023 · KL214814:45 London Heathrow Airport
18h35
10:20 Johannesburg2 changes
KLM CityhopperKL1010+Air FranceKL2017 · KL214814:45 London Heathrow Airport
18h35
10:20 Johannesburg2 changes
KLMKL1010 · KL59114:45 London Heathrow Airport
29h35
21:20 Johannesburg1 change
KLMKL1010+Air FranceKL2023 · KL214814:45 London Heathrow Airport
18h35
10:20 Johannesburg2 changes
KLMKL1010+Air FranceKL2017 · KL214814:45 London Heathrow Airport
18h35
10:20 Johannesburg2 changes
Air FranceAF1781 · AF99015:00 London Heathrow Airport
18h20
10:20 Johannesburg1 change
Egypt AirMS778 · MS83915:00 London Heathrow Airport
15h10
7:10 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysBA7004 · BA619415:05 London Heathrow Airport
18h25
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysBA7004 · BA619415:05 London Heathrow Airport
18h25
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysQR4 · QR1455+SA AirlinkQR574515:05 London Heathrow Airport
20h20
12:25 Johannesburg2 changes
Qatar AirwaysQR4 · QR136515:05 London Heathrow Airport
35h55
4:00 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysQR4 · QR136315:05 London Heathrow Airport
18h25
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysQR4+Rwandair ExpressQR6425 · QR642215:05 London Heathrow Airport
22h15
14:20 Johannesburg2 changes
Qatar AirwaysBA7002 · BA619415:35 London Heathrow Airport
17h55
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysBA7002 · BA619415:35 London Heathrow Airport
17h55
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysQR110 · QR136315:35 London Heathrow Airport
17h55
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysQR110 · QR1455+SA AirlinkQR574515:35 London Heathrow Airport
19h50
12:25 Johannesburg2 changes
Qatar AirwaysQR110 · QR136515:35 London Heathrow Airport
35h25
4:00 Johannesburg1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1986 · TK44+SA AirlinkTK868416:45 London Heathrow Airport
22h20
16:05 Johannesburg2 changes
Turkish AirlinesTK1986 · TK4216:45 London Heathrow Airport
16h45
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
KLM CityhopperKL1012+KLMKL59117:10 London Heathrow Airport
27h10
21:20 Johannesburg1 change
KLMKL1012 · KL59117:10 London Heathrow Airport
27h10
21:20 Johannesburg1 change
Air FranceAF1281 · AF99017:35 London Heathrow Airport
15h45
10:20 Johannesburg1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1932 · TK4218:00 London Heathrow Airport
15h30
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1932 · TK44+SA AirlinkTK868418:00 London Heathrow Airport
21h05
16:05 Johannesburg2 changes
Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4231+LufthansaLH57218:30 London Heathrow Airport
13h05
8:35 Johannesburg1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1972 · TK44+SA AirlinkTK868418:30 London Heathrow Airport
20h35
16:05 Johannesburg2 changes
Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4231+LufthansaLH576+South African AirwaysLH954718:30 London Heathrow Airport
20h45
16:15 Johannesburg2 changes
Turkish AirlinesTK1972 · TK4218:30 London Heathrow Airport
15h00
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
SwissLX327 · LX28218:40 London Heathrow Airport
13h40
9:20 Johannesburg1 change
British AirwaysBA5519:00 London Heathrow Airport
11h00
7:00 Johannesburg0 changesdirect
KLM CityhopperKL1014+KLMKL59119:15 London Heathrow Airport
25h05
21:20 Johannesburg1 change
KLMKL1014 · KL59119:15 London Heathrow Airport
25h05
21:20 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysQR12 · QR136319:25 London Heathrow Airport
38h05
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysQR12 · QR136519:25 London Heathrow Airport
31h35
4:00 Johannesburg1 change
Air FranceAF1181 · AF99019:45 London Heathrow Airport
13h35
10:20 Johannesburg1 change
LufthansaLH2481 · LH57820:25 London Heathrow Airport
33h15
6:40 Johannesburg1 change
KLM CityhopperKL1016+KLMKL59120:55 London Heathrow Airport
23h25
21:20 Johannesburg1 change
KLMKL1016 · KL59120:55 London Heathrow Airport
23h25
21:20 Johannesburg1 change
Ethiopian AirlinesET701 · ET85921:00 London Heathrow Airport
29h55
3:55 Johannesburg1 change
Ethiopian AirlinesET701 · ET80921:00 London Heathrow Airport
15h25
13:25 Johannesburg1 change
Ethiopian AirlinesET701 · ET84921:00 London Heathrow Airport
22h10
20:10 Johannesburg1 change
British AirwaysBA5721:20 London Heathrow Airport
11h05
9:25 Johannesburg0 changesdirect
Qatar AirwaysQR16 · QR136521:55 London Heathrow Airport
29h05
4:00 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysQR16 · QR136321:55 London Heathrow Airport
35h35
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1984 · TK3822:40 London Heathrow Airport
34h50
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Friday 5 June
Air BalticLX345+Edelweiss AirLX8082+SA AirlinkLX91516:00 London Heathrow Airport
32h35
15:35 Johannesburg2 changes
Air BalticLX345+Edelweiss AirLX8082+South African AirwaysLX41446:00 London Heathrow Airport
33h15
16:15 Johannesburg2 changes
Air FranceAF1381 · AF9906:15 London Heathrow Airport
27h05
10:20 Johannesburg1 change
KLMKL1000 · KL5916:30 London Heathrow Airport
13h50
21:20 Johannesburg1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1988 · TK607+SA AirlinkTK94366:30 London Heathrow Airport
26h10
9:40 Johannesburg2 changes
Turkish AirlinesTK1988 · TK386:30 London Heathrow Airport
27h00
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysBA7006 · BA33248:25 London Heathrow Airport
18h35
4:00 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysBA7006 · BA33248:25 London Heathrow Airport
18h35
4:00 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysQR6 · QR13638:25 London Heathrow Airport
25h05
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysQR6 · QR13658:25 London Heathrow Airport
18h35
4:00 Johannesburg1 change
KLMKL1002 · KL5918:40 London Heathrow Airport
35h40
21:20 Johannesburg1 change
Air FranceAF1681 · AF9908:55 London Heathrow Airport
24h25
10:20 Johannesburg1 change
Austrian AirlinesOS332 · OS211+LufthansaOS73159:05 London Heathrow Airport
22h30
8:35 Johannesburg2 changes
Qatar AirwaysQR120 · QR13659:30 London Heathrow Airport
17h30
4:00 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysQR120 · QR13639:30 London Heathrow Airport
24h00
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Qatar AirwaysQR18 · QR1363+Aer LingusQR96509:50 London Heathrow Airport
23h40
10:30 Johannesburg2 changes
KLMKL1004 · KL5919:55 London Heathrow Airport
34h25
21:20 Johannesburg1 change
British AirwaysQR5924+Qatar AirwaysQR128 · QR136310:40 London Heathrow Airport
22h50
10:30 Johannesburg2 changes
IberiaQR6554+Qatar AirwaysQR150 · QR136310:50 London Heathrow Airport
22h40
10:30 Johannesburg2 changes
British AirwaysQR9684+Qatar AirwaysQR56 · QR136311:00 London Heathrow Airport
22h30
10:30 Johannesburg2 changes
Brussels AirlinesSN2094+Air BalticSN2613+LufthansaSN720611:05 London Heathrow Airport
20h30
8:35 Johannesburg2 changes
Brussels AirlinesSN2094 · SN2615+LufthansaSN720611:05 London Heathrow Airport
20h30
8:35 Johannesburg2 changes
Brussels AirlinesSN2094 · SN2617+LufthansaSN720611:05 London Heathrow Airport
20h30
8:35 Johannesburg2 changes
British AirwaysQR8298+Qatar AirwaysQR40 · QR136311:15 London Heathrow Airport
22h15
10:30 Johannesburg2 changes
Turkish AirlinesTK1980 · TK3811:20 London Heathrow Airport
22h10
10:30 Johannesburg1 change
Turkish AirlinesTK1980 · TK607+SA AirlinkTK943611:20 London Heathrow Airport
21h20
9:40 Johannesburg2 changes

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Airlines: Rwandair Express, Air France, Swiss, Kenya Airways, British Airways, KLM from London Heathrow Airport to JohannesburgFind the best flights between London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg with Omio's travel partners Rwandair Express, Air France, Swiss, Kenya Airways, British Airways, KLM from £411. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Rwandair Express

About
RwandAir, originally known as Rwandair Express, began operations on December 1, 2002, as Rwanda's national carrier. Operating from its main hub at Kigali International Airport, it is one of Africa's fastest-growing airlines, known for its young and modern fleet. RwandAir serves numerous destinations across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, playing a significant role in connecting Rwanda with the world and fostering trade and tourism. The airline is 100% owned by the Government of Rwanda and became an IATA member in 2015.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
16h 0m
Cheapest Price
£523
Rwandair Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of cabin baggage (7kg) and one checked baggage (23kg) included in most fares
Additional luggage
Additional baggage can be purchased, fees vary by route
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available depending on fare type, some tickets non-refundable, changes permitted with fee
Pregnant on board
Pregnant passengers can travel up to 36 weeks for single pregnancies, 32 weeks for multiple pregnancies. Medical clearance required after 28 weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minor service available for children aged 5-11, must be booked in advance
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility, must be requested 48h before flight
Pets
Small pets allowed in cabin, must be in approved carrier, maximum weight 8kg including carrier
Entertaiment on board

Air France

About
Air France is the national flag carrier of France and one of Europe’s leading airlines, connecting travelers to destinations across Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Operating from its main hub at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Air France offers a modern fleet with services ranging from affordable Economy fares to Premium Economy and Business Class featuring spacious seating, fine dining, and lounge access. Known for its French hospitality and style, Air France combines comfort, service, and global connectivity for both business and leisure travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
27h 40m
Cheapest Price
£953
Air France frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25cm) + 1 accessory (40x30x15cm) included in standard tickets
Additional luggage
Additional checked baggage can be purchased, with varying fees based on route and timing of purchase
Cancellation Policy
Refunds depend on ticket type - Basic tickets non-refundable, Flex tickets refundable with fee, Business fully refundable
Pregnant on board
Flying permitted until end of 36th week for single pregnancies, end of 32nd week for twins. Medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 5-14 can travel as UM with mandatory service. Ages 15-17 optional. Service must be booked in advance
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
Air France provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility through their Saphir service, requiring 48h advance notice
Pets
Small pets under 8kg allowed in cabin, larger ones in hold, service animals accepted
Entertaiment on board
Learn more about Air France

Swiss

About
Swiss is Switzerland’s leading airline, offering Economy and Business Class fares for your next trip.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 40m
Cheapest Price
£439
Swiss frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (8 kg max) and 1 personal item included in Economy Classic and above.
Additional luggage
Additional bags can be purchased, prices vary by route and timing of purchase.
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on fare type - Economy Light non-refundable, Economy Classic/Business partially refundable with fee.
Pregnant on board
Travel permitted until end of 36th week for single pregnancies, end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancies. Medical certificate required after 28th week.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minor service available for children aged 5-11 (mandatory) and 12-17 (optional). Service fee applies.
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
Swiss provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility. Wheelchair assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets in cabin (up to 8 kg including container), larger animals in hold. Advance booking required.
Entertaiment on board
Learn more about Swiss

Kenya Airways

About
Kenya Airways, often referred to as KQ, is the flag carrier airline of Kenya, established in 1977 after the dissolution of East African Airways. Headquartered in Nairobi with its main hub at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, it operates scheduled passenger and cargo services to numerous destinations across Africa, Europe, and Asia. Kenya Airways is a member of the SkyTeam Alliance, which provides its passengers with access to an extensive global network. The airline was privatized in 1996 and is currently a public-private partnership.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
21h 25m
Cheapest Price
£410
Kenya Airways frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Economy Class: 1 piece up to 23kg. Business Class: 2 pieces up to 32kg each.
Additional luggage
Additional baggage can be purchased online or at the airport. Fees vary by route.
Cancellation Policy
Refunds depend on ticket type; flexible tickets allow changes/cancellations with fee, basic tickets are non-refundable.
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can travel up to 36 weeks (single pregnancy) or 32 weeks (multiple pregnancy). Medical clearance required after 28 weeks.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied Minor service available for children aged 5-11 years. Service must be booked at least 48 hours before departure.
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
Kenya Airways provides assistance for passengers with disabilities and reduced mobility. Wheelchair assistance is available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in cabin and cargo hold. Must be booked in advance.
Entertaiment on board

British Airways

About
British Airways (BA) is the United Kingdom’s flag carrier airline with headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). BA is the second largest UK-based airline in terms of fleet size and number of passengers carried. Known as a full-service global airline, British Airways offers year-round low fares to destinations worldwide and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. syn p British Airways (BA) is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom with its headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Known as a full-service global airline, BA offers low fares year-round to destinations around the globe and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. BA is also the second largest airline based in the UK in terms of its fleet size and number of passengers carried.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
17h 15m
Cheapest Price
£986
British Airways frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Economy Basic includes 1 cabin bag (max 23kg, 56x45x25cm) plus 1 personal item (40x30x15cm)
Additional luggage
Additional checked bags can be purchased, with prices varying by route and fare class
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policy depends on ticket type - Basic tickets non-refundable, Flexible tickets can be cancelled for a full refund
Pregnant on board
Travel permitted until end of 36th week for single pregnancies, end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancies. Medical clearance required after 28th weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Young flyers aged 5-11 can travel alone using British Airways' Skyflyer Solo service. Service must be booked in advance and is available on most routes
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
British Airways provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special assistance through airports.
Pets
Pets travel in the hold except assistance dogs. Advance booking required. Only cats and dogs accepted on most routes
Entertaiment on board
Learn more about British Airways

KLM

About
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is the flag carrier of the Netherlands and the world’s oldest airline still operating under its original name. Based in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, KLM connects travelers to destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Its modern fleet offers comfort for every type of journey—from affordable Economy fares with in-flight entertainment and WiFi to Premium Comfort and Business Class with extra space, dining, and lounge access. With a reputation for excellent service and global connectivity, KLM is a trusted choice for international travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32h 20m
Cheapest Price
£615
KLM frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (max 55x35x25 cm) and 1 personal item (max 40x30x20 cm)
Additional luggage
Checked baggage can be purchased, max 23kg per piece
Cancellation Policy
For Light fares: no refund. For Standard/Flex fares: cancellation possible with fee, partial refund available
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can fly until 36th week (32nd for multiple pregnancies). Medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
KLM accepts unaccompanied minors aged 5-17. Service must be booked in advance. Fee applies. Not available on codeshare flights
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
KLM provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special assistance during boarding and disembarking
Pets
Small pets in cabin (max 8kg including carrier), larger animals in hold
Entertaiment on board
Learn more about KLM

FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg flights

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Johannesburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg can start from as little as £411 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg is £552; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg is 13h 40m to travel the 9074 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg leaves at 5:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg leaves at 22:00.
Yes, there are 2 direct flights a day from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg with British Airways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.
When taking a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg, you can count on Rwandair Express, Air France, Swiss, Kenya Airways, British Airways, KLM for the best way to get you to Johannesburg. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service between London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.
The cheapest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg is August.
Yes, you can take a flight between London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg.
Since neither London Heathrow Airport nor Johannesburg are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and South Africa. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
There is a time difference of 2 h in winter and 1 h in summer between London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg .
For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg

London
Johannesburg
The major airport for departures in London is London Heathrow Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Heathrow Airport for your trip from London to Johannesburg.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
address
Address
Longford TW6, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
23 km
carConnection
Car connection
M4, Junction 4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
Parking
Parking
  • Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Assistance.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
Shower
Shower
  • Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
Public transport options for London Heathrow Airport
  • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
  • Metro: Piccadilly Line
  • Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail

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