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R5 974+ Cheap flights to Manchester

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May 11 — May 181
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Manchester in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Manchester. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 11 April 2026.

Fri 22/59:45
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/520:10
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4R11 275
Sat 30/59:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sun 30/89:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R11 324
Wed 30/99:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 14/109:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R11 373
Wed 16/99:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 30/920:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R11 406
Mon 25/512:40
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/67:45
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4R11 865
Mon 8/620:40
JNB
-
MAN
3 stops26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/66:10
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4R12 128
Wed 13/512:40
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/518:20
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4R12 161
Sun 20/99:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 30/920:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R12 276
Fri 19/69:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 8/814:30
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/4R12 292

Find flight deals to Manchester

Find the latest flights to Manchester 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 11 April 2026.

Return from

R11 275

One-way from

R5 974

Popular in

July

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Average price

R14 852
22/5-29/5
  • 22/5-29/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Manchester
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  • 1/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Manchester
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JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

19:10-7:45

1 stop37h 35m

Manchester

Sun 31/5

9:50-16:15

1 stop29h 25m

R15 328

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

18:00-22:25

1 stop29h 25m

Manchester

Wed 30/9

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R16 231

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/6

13:30-7:45

1 stop19h 15m

Manchester

Wed 1/7

14:05-20:35

1 stop29h 30m

R17 593

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

19:50-14:00

1 stop19h 10m

Manchester

Fri 24/4

8:10-10:30

2 stops25h 20m

R18 003
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

19:10-12:00

1 stop17h 50m

Manchester

Sun 7/6

21:20-16:15

1 stop17h 55m

R18 020

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

5:30-8:30

3 stops28h 00m

Manchester

Sun 31/5

18:30-13:05

2 stops17h 35m

R20 317

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

14:30-8:15

2 stops18h 45m

Manchester

Sun 24/5

18:30-0:05

3 stops52h 35m

R23 271

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

14:40-14:00

3 stops24h 20m

Manchester

Sun 30/8

12:05-9:00

2 stops19h 55m

R23 353

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

14:30-8:30

2 stops19h 00m

Manchester

Fri 15/5

18:30-18:30

3 stops23h 00m

R23 567

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

17:30-8:15

4 stops39h 45m

Manchester

Fri 12/6

18:30-0:05

3 stops28h 35m

R23 928

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Best time to book a flight to Manchester

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Manchester

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Manchester. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Manchester?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Manchester takes 16 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Manchester 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 Manchester?

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

Emirates
Emirates
From R11 889
British Airways
British Airways
From R12 812
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 760
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R9 498

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Manchester?

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

Rainfall in Manchester by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Manchester 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 Manchester when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Manchester by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Manchester, 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 Manchester

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manchester. 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 Manchester. Reviews last updated 11 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving the United Kingdom, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 554 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 554 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 554 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 554 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 429 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 554 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
302 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 554 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 871 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 554 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

FAQs about flying to Manchester

What is good to know if travelling to Manchester?

  • For a little retail therapy, try heading down to the Old Trafford Center, boasting over 200 shops, ranging from high-end to the quaintest souvenir outlets!
  • Foodies should try swinging by the Lowry Hotel, Harvey Nicholls, the Market Restaurant, and the Soup Kitchen in Manchester for some of the best eats in town.
  • Castlefield, designated as an ‘Urban Heritage Park” showcases some of the most beautifully restored Victorian houses along the old canals. You’ll also be able to view the reconstructed Roman Fort while you’re here. Other great sites include the Bridgewater Canal, sitting quietly alongside the other old warehouses which have been restored and revamped into restaurants, hotels, and offices.
  • To escape the hustle and bustle of the city, visitors can explore some 600-acres of greenery in Heaton Park, the biggest one of its kind in Manchester and one of Europe’s largest municipal parks. You may also want to consider seeing Fletcher Moss Botanical Garden, renowned for great picnic spots.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Manchester?

    If you book a flight to Manchester, you will be flying into Manchester, which is the city’s only airport. Manchester (MAN) is located 14,4 km from the centre of Manchester.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Manchester 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 Manchester on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Manchester?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Manchester.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Manchester?

    Manchester is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Manchester. One-way flights to Manchester typically cost R464, while return flights cost around R347.

  • How much is a return flight to Manchester?

    A return flight to Manchester will typically cost around R1 627, however they can be found for as little as R347.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Manchester depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Manchester, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 35 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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