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Cheapest return flight
£896
Typical prices: £1,018-£1,317
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Mon 29/1Mon 5/2
LHR - RCB • 2 stops
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There are currently no direct flights between London Heathrow Airport and Richards Bay. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheap Flights from Heathrow to Richards Bay (LHR-RCB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Heathrow to Richards Bay

Fri, 29 Jan - Fri, 5 Feb
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06:30 - 12:05LHR  London Heathrow-RCB Richards Bay
27h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 05:25RCB  Richards Bay-LHR London Heathrow
18h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£896Multiple Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Fri, 5 Feb
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06:30 - 12:05LHR  London Heathrow-RCB Richards Bay
27h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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18:00 - 12:05RCB  Richards Bay-LHR London Heathrow
20h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
£929Multiple Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Fri, 5 Feb
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20:15 - 12:05LHR  London Heathrow-RCB Richards Bay
37h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo
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18:00 - 06:35RCB  Richards Bay-LHR London Heathrow
38h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole
£981Multiple Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Fri, 5 Feb
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09:10 - 12:05LHR  London Heathrow-RCB Richards Bay
24h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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18:00 - 13:50RCB  Richards Bay-LHR London Heathrow
21h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
£1,019Multiple Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Fri, 5 Feb
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09:10 - 12:05LHR  London Heathrow-RCB Richards Bay
24h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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18:00 - 13:50RCB  Richards Bay-LHR London Heathrow
21h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
£1,020Multiple Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Fri, 5 Feb
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21:30 - 12:05LHR  London Heathrow-RCB Richards Bay
36h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 04:55RCB  Richards Bay-LHR London Heathrow
18h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£1,104Multiple Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Fri, 5 Feb
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21:30 - 12:05LHR  London Heathrow-RCB Richards Bay
36h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 04:55RCB  Richards Bay-LHR London Heathrow
18h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£1,106Multiple Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Fri, 5 Feb
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21:30 - 12:05LHR  London Heathrow-RCB Richards Bay
36h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 04:55RCB  Richards Bay-LHR London Heathrow
18h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£1,108Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay flights

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What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay?

Flights via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £1,191. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) had the shortest average connection time for London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay stopovers at 9h 43m over the past 3 months.

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£896
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When to book flights from Heathrow to Richards Bay

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Your London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay.

  • How long is a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay?

    A direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay takes 00m, covering 5,881 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay flight?

    Return flights from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay range from £1,018 to £1,317, with an average of £1,238 over the past 12 months. Anything below £1,018 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £896 to £1,922. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay?

    Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay usually depart from London Heathrow (LHR) and arrive at Richards Bay (RCB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay pass through?

    Most connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay pass through Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £979 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £1,278, a difference of £299.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What is the time difference between London Heathrow Airport and Richards Bay?

    Richards Bay is 2 hours ahead of London Heathrow Airport (South Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking London Heathrow Airport to Richards Bay flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average £979, about £299 less than Friday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Richards Bay Airport.

    • Woodpecker Inn
    • Fish Eagle Inn

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