Take a short drive to Mokala National Park for wildlife spotting and scenic drives.
Kimberley flights from London require a connection through Johannesburg. The Kimberley Airport (KIM) serves the region with domestic carriers like Airlink, CemAir. Total journey time from the UK ranges from 14-17 hours depending on your routing and connection time.
Airlines serving this route from the UK include British Airways, South African Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Emirates. You'll connect through Johannesburg before taking a regional or domestic flight to Kimberley. Book through a single carrier where possible to simplify baggage handling and rebooking if delays occur.
Return fares range from £480-680 depending on season and how far ahead you book. Easter, December holidays pushes prices up significantly. Book 6-8 weeks ahead for the best balance of availability and price. Business class starts around £2200.
March to May, September to November offers the best weather conditions for travel. The airport sits 7 km from the city centre. Local currency is South African Rand (ZAR) and the timezone is SAST (GMT+2).
Price Patterns
Prices typically drop Tuesday and Wednesday for bookings. Peak pricing applies during Easter, December holidays. Compare fares across different connection points as Johannesburg routes may vary significantly in price.
Sweet Spot
6-8 weeks before travel for the best combination of availability and price. Earlier booking recommended for peak season travel.
Avoid Booking
Less than 2 weeks out (premium pricing)
During school holiday periods without planning ahead
Peak season (Easter, December holidays) without advance booking
Big Hole
Stand beside the world-famous open-pit diamond mine that shaped Kimberley’s history.
Mine Museum
Walk through a recreated Victorian mining town and learn about the diamond rush era.
McGregor Museum
Explore fascinating exhibits on local culture, archaeology, and natural history.
Flamingo Park
See thousands of bright pink flamingos gathered at nearby Kamfers Dam.
Mokala Park
Take a short drive to Mokala National Park for wildlife spotting and scenic drives.