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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 18:30 and lands at 05:37
• Latest: departs at 21:15 and lands at 08:22.

The flight takes about 11h 07m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A direct flight from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 11h 07m, covering 5,630 miles.

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.

Return flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from £550 to £880, with an average of £685 over the past 12 months. Anything below £550 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 0% above the £685 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £459 return via Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG), compared with £752 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £75–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Evening is the busiest departure period on London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, with 66% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, Morning flights for 1%, and Afternoon flights for 0%.

One-way fares from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £392, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £3 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• Woodford
• Europcar
• Sixt
• Budget

Flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 02m.

One-stop flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

• Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 22% of one-stop connections
• Kigali Intl (KGL) – 15% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 12% of one-stop connections
• Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £654 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £735, a difference of £81.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between London and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• British Airways
• Virgin Atlantic

Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 08m, compared to 14h 55m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 15h 52m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 1 hour ahead of London (South Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Sandton Convention Centre and Nelson Mandela Square. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights:

• Virgin Atlantic: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• British Airways: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Virgin Atlantic: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Scandinavian Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

You can get to London Heathrow Airport by public transport using the Heathrow Express train. Tickets cost between 22 GBP and 25 GBP for a single trip if purchased in advance, or 30 GBP if purchased on board. If you prefer driving, you can park your car in the long term car park. Make sure you book your spot in advance to save on the regular rates.

You can travel to the Johannesburg city centre using buses, both public transport and faster transit buses however, it is advised to use a taxi. Metered taxis with yellow taxi lights placed on the roof of cars are available at the taxi rank outside of Arrivals, the trip to the centre is about 30 to 45 minute.

Protea Hotel Transit OR Tambo Airport is a hotel located in the International Terminal, and if you are in transit there is no need to clear customs to access the hotel. You can book day rooms for up to 6 hours or overnight stays. Alternatively, Intercontinental Hotel Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is located 70m from the International Terminal Arrivals, day rooms are available from 9am to 5pm. Southern Sun OR Tambo Airport is 500m from the airport and offers a free shuttle bus service every 15 minutes. City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo Airport is located above Parkade 2 on level 5 and offers day rooms from 8am to 5pm.

Passengers who need special assistance need to call the airline they’re travelling with to book that service. The Johannesburg OR Tambo airport has disabled parking spaces at all levels of the car park, and the airport is equipped with ramps and lifts. Wheelchairs are available for use, and all restrooms are able to accommodate passengers with disabilities.

If you are travelling with a disability or have limited mobility, you can request assistance from your airline before you travel. This should be done at least 48 hours in advance. At Heathrow, you can also use the SignLive App if you are deaf which helps you communicate with the staff. Whereas at Gatwick there is a Sensory Room which is a tranquil environment for those with disabilities such as autism. All the airports recognise the Sunflower Lanyard for people with disabilities, with staff trained to recognise the lanyard and act accordingly.

You must be up-to-date with the laws of the road when hiring a car from JNB. For example, kids under the age of three need to be in a child seat and those under 14 need to wear a seat belt.