Getting To South Africa

South Africa has multiple international airports, with the most popular being O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, followed by Cape Town International Airport and King Shaka International Airport in Durban. These airports offer direct flights from major cities worldwide, including London.

Several airlines operate flights between the UK and South Africa. Some of the major carriers include British Airways, South African Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Emirates. There are also options for connecting flights through other hubs in Europe or the Middle East, but this could drastically increase your travel time.

Direct flights from the UK to South Africa typically take around 11 to 12 hours, depending on the departure city and specific flight route. However, connecting flights may take longer depending on layover times, so be sure to factor this into your itinerary.