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$492+ Cheap flights from Gatwick (LGW) to OR Tambo (JNB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — JNB
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or May, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1110:00 amLGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/222:30 pmJNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$648
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1810:00 amLGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/222:30 pmJNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/29$649
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/910:00 amLGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/222:30 pmJNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/28$650
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1810:00 amLGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/2511:00 pmJNB - LGW
1 stop32h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/28$657
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2810:00 amLGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/172:30 pmJNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$663
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/49:40 amLGW - JNB
2 stops19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/117:15 amJNB - LGW
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$679
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/610:00 amLGW - JNB
1 stop32h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/162:30 pmJNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$681
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/410:00 amLGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/1111:00 pmJNB - LGW
1 stop32h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/28$686
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/68:50 amLGW - JNB
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/136:05 amJNB - LGW
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$690
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/119:05 amLGW - JNB
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/188:00 amJNB - LGW
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$692
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/310:00 amLGW - JNB
1 stop25h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/102:30 pmJNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$696
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/229:50 amLGW - JNB
3 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/12:30 pmJNB - LGW
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$697

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$645
(oojo)

One-way from

$492
(Lufthansa)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$782
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($95 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 2/23

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/11

2:30 pm-5:40 am

1 stop17h 10m

$758

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 2/22

10:00 am-3:55 am

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

2:30 pm-5:40 am

1 stop17h 10m

$768

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 3/26

10:00 am-3:55 am

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/1

2:30 pm-6:25 am

1 stop16h 55m

$768

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Fri 4/24

5:15 pm-10:35 am

1 stop16h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/16

5:55 pm-9:55 am

1 stop17h 00m

$772

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 2/4

10:15 am-10:50 am

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

7:05 pm-9:20 am

1 stop16h 15m

$787

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 3/11

5:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop15h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/16

7:05 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$790

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 1/6

10:00 am-3:55 am

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/14

2:30 pm-5:40 am

1 stop17h 10m

$817

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 1/5

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/16

2:30 pm-5:40 am

1 stop17h 10m

$825

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 1/6

10:00 am-3:55 am

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/15

2:30 pm-5:40 am

1 stop17h 10m

$842

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 1/4

10:00 am-3:55 am

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/16

2:30 pm-5:40 am

1 stop17h 10m

$877

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Deals found on 10/28

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Gatwick to OR Tambo in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on London Gatwick Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of Gotogate to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate Users can find the same prices on London Gatwick Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from London Gatwick Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on London Gatwick Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Gotogate the most. Gotogate has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for London Gatwick Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Gatwick with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Gatwick to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $542). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $743). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LGW to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 29, 2025.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 48% versus a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to OR Tambo. Reviews last updated October 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as Ethiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
882 reviews

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.2

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jaris,Sep 2025

ATL - ADD

The plane was showing it's age. But the service was great, better than expected.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
882 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
882 reviews

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.2

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jaris,Sep 2025

ATL - ADD

The plane was showing it's age. But the service was great, better than expected.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    A quick flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take about 16h 20m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $772. London Gatwick Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 5610 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from $568. Ethiopian Air is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $542). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $743). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Gatwick to OR Tambo

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$568Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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