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R5 597+ Cheap flights to Leicester

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Apr 11 — Apr 181
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 12 March 2026.

Wed 22/49:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/420:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/3R11 406
Wed 22/414:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/411:00
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3R11 586
Mon 1/68:45
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/618:40
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3R11 636
Fri 24/49:50
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/420:55
MAN
-
JNB
3 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3R11 914
Wed 6/514:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops19h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 21/518:30
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops17h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/3R11 930
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 30/320:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R11 963
Fri 24/49:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/59:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R11 996
Mon 1/69:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5/620:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/3R12 143
Mon 1/69:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Tue 16/614:30
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R12 159

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 12 March 2026.

Return from

R11 406

One-way from

R5 597

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R12 617
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/4-29/4
  • 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 (R936 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R148 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in March 2026
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JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

14:30-8:30

2 stops19h 00m

Manchester

Thu 21/5

18:30-13:05

2 stops17h 35m

R12 094

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

9:50-6:55

1 stop22h 05m

Manchester

Wed 17/6

20:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R12 503

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

9:50-6:55

1 stop22h 05m

Manchester

Fri 12/6

9:20-8:20

1 stop22h 00m

R12 503

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

9:45-6:55

1 stop22h 10m

Manchester

Tue 16/6

9:20-8:20

1 stop22h 00m

R12 503

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

9:50-13:00

1 stop28h 10m

Manchester

Sun 14/6

9:20-8:20

1 stop22h 00m

R13 076

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

9:50-6:55

1 stop22h 05m

Manchester

Mon 15/6

20:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R13 076

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

19:00-21:50

2 stops27h 50m

Manchester

Mon 15/6

6:05-8:35

2 stops25h 30m

R13 616
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

17:50-9:35

1 stop16h 45m

Manchester

Thu 18/6

17:35-10:30

1 stop15h 55m

R13 616

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

17:50-12:05

1 stop19h 15m

Manchester

Wed 17/6

17:35-10:30

1 stop15h 55m

R13 616

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

17:50-9:35

1 stop16h 45m

Manchester

Tue 16/6

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R14 107

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Best time to book a flight to Leicester

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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 6 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 19 hours 15 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 100
British Airways
British Airways
From R12 640
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 779
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R9 467

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Leicester?

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

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 12 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
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 540 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
1 897 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 742 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
1 426 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
7 781 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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 622, however they can be found for as little as R346.

  • 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 (17 hours 50 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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