British Airways (BA)
Compare British Airways (BA) for schedule, baggage allowance, connection time and fare conditions before choosing your itinerary.
From £662
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For travel to South Africa, the main destination airports include O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Check the airport on your selected itinerary carefully before you travel.
Airline options
Airlines to compare for this journey
Fares can vary by travel date, cabin, connection and availability, so compare the complete itinerary before choosing.
Airlines to compare include British Airways (BA), Virgin Atlantic (VS), South African Airways (SA), Emirates (EK), Qatar Airways (QR), Turkish Airlines (TK). Always confirm the exact operating carrier and fare conditions in the selected itinerary.
Virgin Atlantic (VS)
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From £670
South African Airways (SA)
Compare South African Airways (SA) for schedule, baggage allowance, connection time and fare conditions before choosing your itinerary.
From £737
Emirates (EK)
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From £563
Qatar Airways (QR)
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From £528
Turkish Airlines (TK)
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From £490
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UK departures
UK airports for South Africa flights
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You can search departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), Manchester Airport (MAN), Birmingham Airport (BHX). Availability varies by airline, destination and date.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is one of the UK departure options for this route. Compare active fares from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) for your exact dates before choosing your itinerary.
Explore flights from LHR →London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is one of the UK departure options for this route. Compare active fares from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your exact dates before choosing your itinerary.
Explore flights from LGW →Manchester Airport (MAN)
Manchester Airport (MAN) is one of the UK departure options for this route. Compare active fares from Manchester Airport (MAN) for your exact dates before choosing your itinerary.
Explore flights from MAN →Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Birmingham Airport (BHX) is one of the UK departure options for this route. Compare active fares from Birmingham Airport (BHX) for your exact dates before choosing your itinerary.
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What to check before booking
Useful checks for a smoother journey.
Travel documents
Check current passport, visa, transit and entry requirements for South Africa using official government sources.
Baggage
Confirm checked and cabin baggage with the airline shown on your selected fare.
Connections
Review connection airports, transit time and whether additional transit permission applies.
Changes and refunds
Read fare conditions before payment because change and cancellation rules vary by airline and fare.
FAQs
South Africa flight questions
General guidance only; your selected itinerary and current official travel advice take priority.
Which UK airports can I depart from?
You can compare London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), Manchester Airport (MAN), Birmingham Airport (BHX). Search your exact dates because availability from each airport varies.
Which airport will I arrive at?
Depending on the city you choose in South Africa, arrival airports include O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), Cape Town International Airport (CPT).
Which airlines can I compare?
You can compare options from British Airways (BA), Virgin Atlantic (VS), South African Airways (SA), Emirates (EK), Qatar Airways (QR), Turkish Airlines (TK). Available airlines vary by route and travel date.
Are the displayed fares guaranteed?
No. Airfares can change until availability is confirmed. FlyAfrica will confirm the final fare and conditions before payment.
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