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R5 606+ Cheap flights to Manchester

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Jul 4 — Jul 111
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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 4 June 2026.

Sat 20/69:50
JNB
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MAN
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 25/620:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/6R13 201
Wed 25/119:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop28h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sun 29/118:25
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/6R13 250
Tue 9/619:00
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops27h 50m
Brussels Airlines
Tue 16/611:10
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops20h 25m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 31/5R13 266
Sun 27/913:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops27h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 7/1017:35
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops39h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/6R13 299
Mon 14/913:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops33h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 19/1022:55
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6R13 315
Tue 21/713:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops33h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/922:55
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6R13 332
Mon 7/99:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/99:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/6R13 364
Fri 17/714:05
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop17h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/78:05
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6R13 429
Wed 25/1113:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops46h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 29/1110:45
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops20h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/6R13 446
Fri 25/1223:55
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop36h 10m
KLM
Wed 14/46:00
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop14h 20m
KLM
Deal found 31/5R13 478

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 4 June 2026.

Return from

R13 201

One-way from

R5 606

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 701
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 20/6-25/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Manchester
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R1 087 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R164 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

12:40-13:10

1 stop25h 30m

Manchester

Mon 21/9

21:45-15:20

1 stop16h 35m

R16 803

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

17:50-16:30

1 stop23h 40m

Manchester

Tue 4/8

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R17 276

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

13:30-9:35

2 stops45h 05m

Manchester

Sun 20/9

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R17 781

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

13:30-16:05

2 stops27h 35m

Manchester

Wed 15/7

13:10-10:30

1 stop20h 20m

R18 302

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

19:20-13:20

1 stop19h 00m

Manchester

Tue 21/7

18:40-16:15

2 stops44h 35m

R18 677

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

15:25-13:20

2 stops22h 55m

Manchester

Wed 2/9

14:05-16:15

3 stops25h 10m

R20 421

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

14:30-8:15

2 stops18h 45m

Manchester

Wed 1/7

18:30-0:05

3 stops28h 35m

R23 436

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

5:30-8:15

3 stops27h 45m

Manchester

Thu 20/8

18:30-13:25

2 stops17h 55m

R23 452

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/6

5:30-8:30

3 stops28h 00m

Manchester

Thu 2/7

18:30-0:05

3 stops52h 35m

R23 974

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

14:30-8:15

2 stops18h 45m

Manchester

Wed 9/9

18:30-16:50

4 stops45h 20m

R25 196

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Manchester

How long is the flight to Manchester?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Manchester takes 18 hours 40 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 Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and British Airways.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 780
Emirates
Emirates
From R10 638
British Airways
British Airways
From R12 643
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R9 820

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Manchester?

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

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).

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

Booking 81 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.

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 4 June 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
3 581 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 581 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 581 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 581 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
1 445 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 581 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
304 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 581 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
8 026 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 581 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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 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, KLM 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 R944, while return flights cost around R344.

  • How much is a return flight to Manchester?

    A return flight to Manchester will typically cost around R1 616, however they can be found for as little as R344.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Manchester depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Manchester, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (14 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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