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Cheap flights from Manchester to South Africa from R8 235

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 20/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — JNB
Jul 15 — Jul 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 June 2026.

Tue 17/1110:45
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops20h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 24/1113:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/6R13 417
Tue 17/1110:45
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops20h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/1218:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/6R13 449
Tue 1/1217:05
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop17h 05m
Air France
Thu 24/1219:20
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop16h 45m
Air France
Deal found 12/6R13 466
Sun 8/1119:55
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/119:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/6R13 514
Mon 30/115:50
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop14h 10m
KLM
Thu 24/1223:55
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop18h 40m
KLM
Deal found 12/6R13 563
Wed 19/814:55
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Air France
Tue 15/918:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop20h 10m
Air France
Deal found 14/6R13 595
Tue 3/1122:30
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 26/1113:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/6R13 628
Tue 1/1217:05
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 23/1223:55
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6R13 644
Tue 13/1020:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 24/119:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R13 660
Mon 30/118:25
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 27/129:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R13 693
Wed 17/621:00
MAN
-
JNB
3 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/718:35
JNB
-
MAN
3 stops26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/6R13 709
Tue 8/914:55
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 29/913:15
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/6R14 911

Find flight deals from Manchester to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Manchester to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 15 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 417

One-way from

R8 235

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 872
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 17/11-24/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 15m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 20/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 30m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R5 213 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 384 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester 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 15 June 2026.
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Depart

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Cheapest return flight

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Tue 10/11

10:45-11:00

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/11

13:30-15:50

2 stops28h 20m

R13 969

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Tue 3/11

22:30-11:00

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

13:30-15:50

2 stops28h 20m

R14 651

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 13/9

9:20-16:45

2 stops30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

19:35-6:55

2 stops36h 20m

R14 960

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 13/9

9:20-16:45

2 stops30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

6:00-6:55

2 stops25h 55m

R14 976
Fastest return journey

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Mon 12/10

21:45-15:20

1 stop16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

12:45-6:00

1 stop19h 15m

R15 236

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 1/9

9:20-21:15

2 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

20:25-6:55

2 stops35h 30m

R15 301

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 27/9

8:55-6:20

1 stop20h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/11

9:25-17:55

1 stop34h 30m

R15 805

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Wed 5/8

21:20-5:30

1 stop31h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

10:05-7:45

1 stop22h 40m

R16 438

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 1/10

14:55-17:30

1 stop25h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

13:15-13:10

1 stop24h 55m

R16 535

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 17/9

8:05-17:30

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

19:30-19:45

1 stop25h 15m

R16 617

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Manchester with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to South Africa

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to South Africa (average of R12 572). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 206). 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 often are flights from Manchester to South Africa delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between Manchester and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 67 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Manchester to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manchester to South Africa, you should look to book at least 33 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 15 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways from Manchester to South Africa. 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
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

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
3 591 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

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
1 528 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

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
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 726 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 007 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

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
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 050 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 591 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

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 Manchester 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 Manchester to South Africa?

    Located just 14,4 km from the city centre, Manchester (MAN) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to South Africa from Manchester.

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

    Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and KLM can get you from Manchester to South Africa in just under 16h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 25m. Manchester and South Africa are separated by a distance of 9310 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    R7 084 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 Etihad Airways and Egyptair, with prices starting from R7 099 and R7 575, respectively.

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

    Most travellers choose Manchester - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Manchester - Cape Town Intl or Manchester - Sun City Resort Pilansberg when deciding on the best route from Manchester to South Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to South Africa (average of R12 572). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 206). 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 Manchester to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Manchester 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 15 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 027AverageR15 666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 122AverageR11 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 969AverageR11 359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR10 072AverageR18 621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 524AverageR17 451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 377AverageR14 390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR11 854AverageR21 468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 155AverageR15 428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 689AverageR19 601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR13 259AverageR19 982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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