Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Manchester from R5 853

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAN
Feb 23 — Mar 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 January 2026.

Wed 6/514:30
JNB
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MAN
2 stops19h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 21/518:30
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops17h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1R11 223
Sat 24/123:59
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop24h 01m
KLM
Sat 31/113:40
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
KLM
Deal found 23/1R11 239
Sun 8/314:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops19h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 15/318:30
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R11 336
Sun 8/223:59
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop36h 11m
KLM
Wed 1/411:10
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop33h 10m
KLM
Deal found 22/1R11 432
Fri 13/220:15
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop14h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/26:10
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R11 465
Sun 8/223:59
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop18h 36m
KLM
Fri 3/420:50
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop23h 30m
KLM
Deal found 22/1R11 513
Wed 6/58:45
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/56:05
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1R11 658
Sat 7/223:59
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop34h 21m
KLM
Thu 2/45:55
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop14h 25m
KLM
Deal found 22/1R11 852
Sun 8/323:59
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop18h 36m
KLM
Sun 15/313:40
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops20h 30m
KLM
Deal found 22/1R11 900
Sun 8/223:59
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops18h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/45:55
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1R11 964
Sun 8/223:59
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops18h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/420:50
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1R12 029

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Manchester

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Manchester (MAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 223

One-way from

R5 853

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 916
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 6/5-21/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 36h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Manchester
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Manchester
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 214 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 426 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Manchester that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 January 2026.
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Price

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

14:30-7:30

2 stops19h 00m

Manchester

Sun 15/3

18:30-13:05

2 stops16h 35m

R11 336

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

23:59-12:45

1 stop14h 46m

Manchester

Thu 2/4

5:55-21:20

1 stop14h 25m

R11 432

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

23:59-10:10

1 stop36h 11m

Manchester

Wed 1/4

11:10-21:20

1 stop33h 10m

R11 432

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

23:59-8:20

1 stop34h 21m

Manchester

Wed 1/4

17:50-11:05

1 stop16h 15m

R12 142

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

10:10-18:40

2 stops34h 30m

Manchester

Sun 15/3

6:30-9:30

3 stops25h 00m

R12 335

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

23:15-20:05

1 stop21h 50m

Manchester

Sun 21/6

10:55-11:05

1 stop23h 10m

R12 674

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

14:30-8:30

2 stops19h 00m

Manchester

Mon 11/5

18:30-13:05

2 stops17h 35m

R12 706

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

14:30-7:30

2 stops19h 00m

Manchester

Wed 11/3

18:30-13:05

2 stops16h 35m

R13 254

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

18:50-11:15

1 stop18h 25m

Manchester

Sun 8/2

20:40-5:35

1 stop30h 55m

R13 722

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

13:25-6:45

1 stop19h 20m

Manchester

Sun 15/3

8:50-16:35

1 stop29h 45m

R13 722

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Manchester

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Manchester

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 16 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Manchester may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Manchester?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Manchester (average of R6 321). Flying from Johannesburg to Manchester in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 513). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 24 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Manchester, such as Emirates, SWISS, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Manchester. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Manchester from Johannesburg?

    Manchester (MAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Manchester. You should not have trouble finding flights to Manchester from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 12 airlines have flights to the Manchester airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 14,4 km journey from Manchester (MAN) to Manchester’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Manchester?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg to Manchester can take about 14h 46m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 432. There are 9310 km between Johannesburg and Manchester. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Manchester round-trip?

    According to our current data, SWISS (R7 564), Lufthansa (R8 408), and KLM (R9 209) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg to Manchester. SWISS is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Manchester one-way?

    R5 181 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kenya Airways and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R5 932 and R6 127, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Manchester?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in London?

    Eventim Apollo, Royal Albert Hall, and Russell Square are currently the most popular points of interest in London at the moment. Eventim Apollo, Royal Albert Hall and Russell Square are located about 16,2 km, 19,6 km, and 23,5 km, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of R207 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Manchester flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Manchester that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Manchester flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Manchester?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Manchester.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Manchester?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Manchester by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Manchester?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Manchester (average of R6 321). Flying from Johannesburg to Manchester in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 513). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Manchester

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Manchester. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 564AverageR12 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 408AverageR12 458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR9 209AverageR12 755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 326AverageR11 112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 495AverageR11 510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 792AverageR13 115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 985AverageR12 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 091AverageR13 894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 668AverageR13 254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 974AverageR14 179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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