Cheap United Kingdom-to-South Africa flights

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Where in South Africa will you fly to from United Kingdom?

There are 29 places in South Africa you could fly to from United Kingdom. Here are the best prices out there.

Flying from United Kingdom to South Africa: fast facts

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 1,136
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time11 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineBritish Airways
Average flights per week118

The cheapest time of the year to fly from United Kingdom to South Africa

The cheapest flight deals from United Kingdom to South Africa

Flights from United Kingdom to South Africa: FAQs

The cheapest time of year to fly from United Kingdom to South Africa is usually February and costs around AED 1,988.

If you're not sure when you want to go, and February doesn't work for you, we can help. Just take a look at the prices for the rest of the year and you can quickly plan a trip that suits your budget.
The cheapest flight ticket we've found from United Kingdom to South Africa  is AED 1,988. This flight departs on the Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

If this flight doesn't suit you, there are lots more to choose from. Take a look at different dates and prices to find the right flight for you today.
The cheapest airline flying to South Africa  from United Kingdom is Ethiopian Airlines. Flights cost around AED 1,988. 

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The airlines flying from United Kingdom to South Africa are British AirwaysAmerican Airlines, Iberia and Finnair..

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How to find cheap flights from United Kingdom to South Africa

Looking for flight tickets from United Kingdom to South Africa? Whether you're flying one-way or round-trip, here are a few tips on how to score the best price and make your flight journey as smooth as possible.

  • Simply hit "search." From United Airlines to international carriers like Emirates, we've compared flights from all major airlines and online travel agents to find the cheapest United Kingdom–South Africa flights. And with us, there are no hidden fees – what you see is what you pay.
  • Flex your dates to secure the best fares for your United Kingdom-to-South Africa ticket. If your travel dates are flexible, use Skyscanner's "Whole month" tool to find the cheapest month, and even day to fly from United Kingdom to South Africa.
  • Set up a Price Alert. We price-check with over 1,000 travel companies so you don't have to. You can easily track the price of your airline tickets from United Kingdom to South Africa by creating an alert. Whenever prices go up or down, you'll get an email or push notification to help make sure you get the best possible flight deal.
  • Look for direct flights. Only interested in direct flights from United Kingdom to South Africa? Make sure to tick "Direct flights only" when performing a search. If there are direct United Kingdom–South Africa flights available, these will appear in the results.
  • Find the cheapest Business Class flights from United Kingdom to South Africa. Check the difference in price of your plane ticket to South Africa from United Kingdom when traveling in Economy, Premium Economy, Business or First Class. Note that not all cabin classes are available for every destination or airline.
  • Include nearby airports in your search. Widen your search for United Kingdom-to-South Africa flight deals by selecting the "add nearby airports" option. This will allow you to see flight prices for all the nearest airports at your departure and destination points and could help you save money.
  • Search for flights on the go. To get the best flight booking experience on the go, download our app and search for cheap flight tickets from United Kingdom to South Africa when out and about.

Book a ticket from United Kingdom to South Africa with extra peace of mind

  • Find flexible flights from United Kingdom to South Africa. Your airline might be offering flexible flight tickets from United Kingdom to South Africa, which means you won't lose out if your flight has to be changed or canceled.
  • Add travel cost protection. Avoid travel pitfalls and research the possibility of adding insurance to your United Kingdom–South Africa flight booking.

Combine your flight from United Kingdom to South Africa with hotels and car rental

Once you've secured your plane ticket, we'll also help you discover the best prices and exclusive rates for hotels in South Africa or close by. Lastly, compare hundreds of car rental companies at once so you get the best car rental deals for your trip.

Compare United Kingdom-to-South Africa flight tickets with other routes using the Everywhere search

Not quite yet set on flying to South Africa from United Kingdom? You can easily browse other destinations by searching flights to "Everywhere" – this will allow you to find the cheapest place to travel from your origin.


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