LGW - JNB

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Cheapest round-trip
$673
Typical prices: $598-$970
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/17Fri 11/23
LGW - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$472
Typical prices: $522-$769
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/15
LGW - JNB • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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June
Cheapest • 21% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg $676 (round-trip)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 14h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Johannesburg (LGW-JNB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Gatwick to Johannesburg

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:45 pm - 11:25 amLGW  London Gatwick-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:40 pm - 9:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LGW London Gatwick
15h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$672Air France
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:25 am - 1:30 pmLGW  London Gatwick-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 05m2 stops Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 pm - 6:50 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LGW London Gatwick
30h 20m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Barcelona-El Prat
$673Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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8:35 am - 1:30 pmLGW  London Gatwick-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 55m2 stops Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 pm - 6:50 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LGW London Gatwick
30h 20m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Barcelona-El Prat
$681Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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8:35 am - 1:30 pmLGW  London Gatwick-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 55m2 stops Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 pm - 6:50 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LGW London Gatwick
30h 20m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Barcelona-El Prat
$685Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:50 am - 11:00 amLGW  London Gatwick-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 10m2 stops Venice Marco Polo Istanbul
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12:20 am - 9:35 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LGW London Gatwick
23h 15m2 stops Istanbul Venice Marco Polo
$692Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 22
Condor Logo
10:20 am - 8:20 amLGW  London Gatwick-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:40 pm - 3:00 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LGW London Gatwick
21h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$695Condor
Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Feb 4
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5:25 pm - 10:50 amLGW  London Gatwick-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 25m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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7:55 pm - 4:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LGW London Gatwick
22h 30m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$696Air Europa
Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 24
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5:25 pm - 9:50 amLGW  London Gatwick-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 25m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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7:55 pm - 9:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LGW London Gatwick
15h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$696Air Europa
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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10:00 am - 3:55 amLGW  London Gatwick-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 pm - 5:40 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LGW London Gatwick
17h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$784Ethiopian Air
Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 25
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10:10 am - 3:55 amLGW  London Gatwick-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 pm - 5:40 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LGW London Gatwick
17h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$784Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at $586 round-trip.
•December ($1,019) and July ($1,000) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest in the last 2 weeks before departure, based on KAYAK prices tracked over the past 12 months. During this period, fares are 5% below average.

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Key details for London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$472
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 66% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Gatwick to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gatwick to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A nonstop flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 5,610 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    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 Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from $598 to $970, with an average of $739 over the past 12 months. Anything below $598 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 5% below the route average of $739. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

  • Have flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $673 to $6,696. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $521, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $7 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

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

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $678 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,007, a difference of $329.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 45m, compared with 16h 01m via Madrid Barajas (MAD) and 16h 34m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between London Gatwick Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

Your guide to booking London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $678, about $329 less than Friday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're flexible on your travel dates, booking last minute (within 2 weeks of departure) tends to be around 5% cheaper than the typical fare over the last 12 months, based on KAYAK data.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for June. Fares historically average $586 round-trip in that month - typically $433 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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