Travelling from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to London: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to London and you'll be in the air for around 11 hours 5 minutes.
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport is located in Johannesburg. Following the UTC+0 timezone, London is two hours behind Johannesburg.
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most traveled route, with 21 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from JNB to LHR is with British Airways at 22:05. Opt for the first departure operated by Virgin Atlantic at 18:35 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid rushing for your JNB to London flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Start your journey at JNB and fly straight to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). That will be your arrival point when searching for Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to London tickets.
British Airways is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to London.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from JNB to London. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to London, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
75% of flights departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to London
₹ 28,676 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to London flight. A return plane ticket starts from ₹ 61,020. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book 11 months before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from JNB to London.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Get the best deal by booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from JNB to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 48 kilometres from central London. Following your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near LGW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your JNB to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Hop off your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to London and head for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of London is around 56 kilometres from London Stansted Airport (STN) and usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 45 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near STN and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late JNB to London flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to London for the lowest prices.
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to London. To avoid the crowds, head to London in January.
Lock in a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JNB to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to London, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to explore other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey around 257 kilometres northwest to Manchester to tick off its must-visit sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Birmingham is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres northwest of London. No trip is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.