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R5 880+ Cheap flights to Leicester

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Apr 21 — Apr 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Leicester in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Leicester
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Leicester. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 22 March 2026.

Sat 18/49:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/420:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R12 203
Sat 18/49:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 5/59:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R12 390
Wed 1/78:20
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 4/718:30
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops24h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/3R12 543
Mon 6/422:20
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop34h 25m
Emirates
Mon 13/49:50
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop18h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 20/3R13 001
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/56:15
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3R13 120
Mon 29/69:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 4/714:30
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/3R13 137
Tue 31/313:30
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop23h 30m
Emirates
Fri 3/421:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 17/3R13 188
Tue 28/422:20
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop21h 55m
Emirates
Tue 5/521:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 20/3R13 205
Tue 21/410:05
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 40m
Emirates
Tue 1/99:50
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop18h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 21/3R13 307
Sat 11/422:20
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop34h 25m
Emirates
Tue 21/414:05
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop29h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 19/3R13 324
Fri 24/417:00
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops42h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 27/48:55
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops25h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/3R13 426

Find flight deals to Leicester

Find the latest flights to Leicester in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 22 March 2026.

Return from

R12 203

One-way from

R5 880

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 171
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 18/4-29/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Manchester
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Leicester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R966 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R151 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

9:45-6:55

1 stop22h 10m

Manchester

Thu 2/4

14:30-8:15

1 stop16h 45m

R14 633

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

13:30-16:30

2 stops28h 00m

Manchester

Fri 5/6

13:10-10:30

1 stop20h 20m

R14 752

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

22:20-19:15

1 stop21h 55m

Manchester

Mon 4/5

9:50-5:30

1 stop18h 40m

R14 837

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

13:30-22:25

2 stops33h 55m

Manchester

Tue 16/6

17:35-10:30

1 stop15h 55m

R15 245

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

8:20-8:30

2 stops25h 10m

Manchester

Sat 25/4

18:30-13:05

2 stops17h 35m

R16 740

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

8:20-8:30

2 stops25h 10m

Manchester

Fri 24/4

18:30-13:05

2 stops17h 35m

R16 859
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

20:40-13:10

1 stop17h 30m

Manchester

Thu 21/5

12:05-8:50

2 stops19h 45m

R18 712
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

9:45-6:55

1 stop22h 10m

R7 393

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

14:45-20:00

1 stop30h 15m

R7 988

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

12:40-6:20

1 stop18h 40m

R8 328

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Best time to book a flight to Leicester

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Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight to Leicester

When is the best time to book a flight to Leicester?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Leicester. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Leicester, you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Leicester?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Leicester takes 21 hours 55 minutes. Flights to Leicester from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Leicester?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Leicester are British Airways, Etihad Airways and Emirates.

Emirates
Emirates
From R12 478
British Airways
British Airways
From R13 268
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R12 284
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R9 828

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Leicester?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Leicester are Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air and KLM.

Rainfall in Leicester by month

Plan your trip to Leicester by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Leicester ranges from 50.0 - 90.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Leicester when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Leicester by month

Plan your trip to Leicester by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Leicester, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Leicester

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Leicester. 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 Leicester. Reviews last updated 22 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,SWISS, andQatar Airways to the United Kingdom to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 901 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 733 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 429 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 811 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

FAQs about flying to Leicester

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Leicester if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Leicester on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Leicester?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Leicester.

  • How much is a return flight to Leicester?

    A return flight to Leicester will typically cost around R1 685, however they can be found for as little as R359.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Leicester depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Leicester, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Manchester have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Manchester can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Manchester?

    Yes. Manchester has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport By IHG is the closest property to Manchester (0,0 km away from Manchester).

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