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Cheap flights from Birmingham to South Africa from R6 614

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — JNB
Sep 3 — Sep 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 August 2026.

Thu 10/918:05
BHX
-
CPT
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/919:25
CPT
-
BHX
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7R12 090
Mon 7/918:05
BHX
-
CPT
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/919:25
CPT
-
BHX
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8R12 106
Wed 16/918:50
BHX
-
CPT
1 stop13h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/1017:55
CPT
-
BHX
1 stop16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8R12 222
Thu 10/918:05
BHX
-
CPT
1 stop14h 25m
Lufthansa
Thu 17/917:55
CPT
-
BHX
2 stops24h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 31/7R12 502
Mon 7/918:05
BHX
-
CPT
1 stop14h 25m
Lufthansa
Thu 24/917:55
CPT
-
BHX
2 stops24h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/8R12 519
Mon 7/921:05
BHX
-
CPT
3 stops43h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/90:10
CPT
-
BHX
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8R12 716
Tue 13/1018:05
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop13h 30m
Lufthansa
Thu 22/1019:00
JNB
-
BHX
2 stops23h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/8R12 749
Sat 31/1011:00
BHX
-
JNB
2 stops20h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 25/1118:50
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/8R12 815
Sun 9/810:40
BHX
-
JNB
2 stops19h 00m
Lufthansa
Sun 15/1119:55
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop16h 25m
Lufthansa
Deal found 30/7R12 832
Thu 20/821:30
BHX
-
JNB
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/914:05
JNB
-
BHX
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7R12 848
Fri 18/95:55
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop14h 25m
KLM
Mon 28/923:15
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop18h 35m
KLM
Deal found 2/8R12 865
Sat 19/910:00
BHX
-
JNB
2 stops22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 25/913:30
JNB
-
BHX
2 stops44h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/8R12 881

Find flight deals from Birmingham to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Birmingham to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 4 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 090

One-way from

R6 614

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 473
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 10/9-17/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 05m total
  • Birmingham to South Africa
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18/8
  • 18/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • Birmingham to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R40 873 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 090 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to South Africa 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 4 August 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Fri 20/11

11:00-9:40

2 stops20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

13:30-10:00

2 stops46h 30m

R13 376

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Sat 30/1

10:55-7:40

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/2

9:30-17:00

1 stop33h 30m

R13 591
Fastest return journey

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 20/8

5:55-21:20

1 stop14h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

23:15-12:40

1 stop14h 25m

R13 706

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 15/10

10:00-9:40

2 stops22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

18:50-10:00

1 stop17h 10m

R13 723

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Tue 3/11

6:00-22:00

1 stop14h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

19:20-13:35

1 stop20h 15m

R13 805

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 21/1

13:30-7:10

1 stop15h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/1

21:45-12:30

1 stop16h 45m

R14 036

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 21/1

16:50-9:40

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/1

13:30-15:50

2 stops28h 20m

R14 993

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Sun 17/1

18:50-16:15

3 stops43h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/2

15:15-18:00

3 stops52h 45m

R15 289

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Sun 4/10

17:55-9:30

2 stops38h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

17:55-9:40

1 stop16h 45m

R15 933

BirminghamDurban

BHX - DUR

BHXDUR

Birmingham

Thu 8/10

8:10-10:35

2 stops25h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 4/12

12:25-6:35

2 stops20h 10m

R16 131

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham to South Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to South Africa (average of R13 920). Flying from Birmingham to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R21 227). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from Birmingham to South Africa is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 4 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andSWISS from Birmingham to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
SWISS
7,5
Good
2 022 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 464 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 176 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham to South Africa. 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 from for flights from Birmingham to South Africa?

    Most people fly from Birmingham (BHX) if they book a flight from Birmingham to South Africa. Birmingham is conveniently located just 10,9 km from Birmingham’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham to South Africa?

    A quick flight from Birmingham to South Africa can take about 14h 25m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 706. The distance from Birmingham to South Africa is about 9205 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Birmingham to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Emirates, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 880. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and SWISS, as they are both options that can get you from Birmingham to South Africa for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Birmingham to South Africa?

    The most popular flight routes from Birmingham to South Africa are Birmingham - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Birmingham - Cape Town Intl and Birmingham - Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Birmingham to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to South Africa 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 Birmingham to South Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to South Africa (average of R13 920). Flying from Birmingham to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R21 227). 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 6 airlines flying from Birmingham to South Africa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to South Africa. 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 4 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR10 306AverageR15 986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 876AverageR16 146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR12 724AverageR19 634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 755AverageR15 655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 206AverageR17 504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 861AverageR17 293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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