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R5 918+ Cheap flights to Leicester

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— MAN
Sep 2 — Sep 91
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 3 August 2026.

Mon 14/99:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 19/1020:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/8R13 571
Tue 22/914:05
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/922:45
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8R13 587
Thu 26/119:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 4/213:50
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/7R13 620
Tue 6/1018:55
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/1019:45
MAN
-
JNB
3 stops35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8R13 637
Thu 17/1213:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops49h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 10/110:45
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops20h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/7R13 653
Sun 27/913:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops45h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 11/1010:40
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/8R13 686
Fri 7/813:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops45h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 14/822:55
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/8R13 703
Tue 4/820:55
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 15/823:10
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7R13 736
Fri 2/1013:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops33h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 24/1017:35
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop27h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/8R13 769
Fri 18/921:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop16h 45m
Egyptair
Sat 10/1021:55
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop32h 15m
Egyptair
Deal found 30/7R13 786

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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 3 August 2026.

Return from

R13 571

One-way from

R5 918

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 397
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/9-19/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Manchester
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Leicester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R1 086 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R135 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in August 2026
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/12

13:30-12:55

2 stops49h 25m

Manchester

Sun 10/1

10:45-9:40

2 stops20h 55m

R13 653

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

17:55-12:05

1 stop19h 10m

Manchester

Wed 23/9

22:55-9:40

2 stops33h 45m

R14 645

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

2:00-8:15

3 stops55h 15m

Manchester

Sat 19/9

18:30-13:25

2 stops17h 55m

R18 364

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

2:00-8:15

3 stops55h 15m

Manchester

Wed 23/9

18:30-13:25

2 stops17h 55m

R19 373
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/10

2:00-8:15

3 stops31h 15m

Manchester

Sat 24/10

18:30-13:05

2 stops17h 35m

R19 373

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

2:00-8:30

3 stops55h 30m

Manchester

Thu 24/9

18:30-0:05

3 stops52h 35m

R19 554
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/8

13:30-16:05

2 stops27h 35m

R7 075

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

21:20-7:45

3 stops59h 25m

R7 637

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

14:05-22:20

3 stops33h 15m

R8 463

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

13:30-22:20

2 stops33h 50m

R8 612

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Leicester

How long is the flight to Leicester?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Leicester takes 13 hours 40 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 Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 592
Emirates
Emirates
From R12 788
British Airways
British Airways
From R12 766
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R9 987

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Leicester?

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

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 3 August 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
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
SWISS
7,5
Good
2 022 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 737 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 499 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 147 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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, KLM 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 639, however they can be found for as little as R349.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Leicester depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Leicester, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 40 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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