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Cheap flights from Manchester to South Africa from R7 040

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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — JNB
Aug 11 — Aug 181
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 12 July 2026.

Thu 27/822:25
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/914:05
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7R13 153
Sat 29/817:00
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/914:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7R13 185
Thu 10/922:55
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 20/913:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops45h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/7R13 202
Tue 25/817:50
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop15h 30m
Air France
Tue 29/918:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop20h 10m
Air France
Deal found 8/7R13 218
Wed 19/811:00
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops22h 20m
KLM
Mon 7/923:15
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop18h 30m
KLM
Deal found 10/7R13 234
Wed 25/1122:30
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 4/1218:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/7R13 251
Tue 3/1113:40
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 26/119:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/7R13 267
Mon 31/820:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 24/99:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/7R13 283
Mon 21/922:55
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 15/1013:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops28h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/7R13 299
Tue 22/920:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 15/109:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/7R13 316
Tue 25/814:55
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/923:15
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7R13 332
Mon 31/818:50
MAN
-
CPT
3 stops45h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/913:15
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7R14 698

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 12 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 153

One-way from

R7 040

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 957
27/8-29/9
  • 27/8-29/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 10m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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3/9
  • 3/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R28 093 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 424 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 12 July 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Tue 22/9

22:55-9:40

2 stops33h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

13:30-21:50

2 stops33h 20m

R13 413

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Fri 14/8

6:15-20:10

3 stops36h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 24/8

18:40-23:40

3 stops30h 00m

R15 543

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Sat 5/9

8:05-10:35

2 stops25h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 26/9

18:55-13:10

2 stops19h 15m

R15 722

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Wed 9/9

9:20-16:20

2 stops30h 00m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 16/9

18:40-6:55

2 stops37h 15m

R15 966

ManchesterHoedspruit

MAN - HDS

MANHDS

Manchester

Wed 2/9

17:50-13:30

2 stops18h 40m

Hoedspruit

Mon 14/9

14:10-20:05

2 stops30h 55m

R15 998

ManchesterHoedspruit

MAN - HDS

MANHDS

Manchester

Thu 3/9

17:50-13:30

2 stops18h 40m

Hoedspruit

Mon 14/9

14:10-13:15

2 stops24h 05m

R16 242

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 24/9

20:50-22:10

2 stops24h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/10

0:15-22:20

1 stop23h 05m

R16 648
Fastest return journey

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sat 19/9

18:30-14:10

2 stops18h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

15:10-8:15

2 stops18h 05m

R16 697

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Wed 9/9

21:45-17:40

1 stop18h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 16/9

12:05-6:20

1 stop19h 15m

R16 746

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 7/9

5:55-21:10

1 stop14h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

23:00-22:00

1 stop24h 00m

R16 811

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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 698). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 396). 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 37 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 12 July 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
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 612 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 537 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 744 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 010 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
8 102 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 612 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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 Ethiopian Air can get you from Manchester to South Africa in just under 18h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 05m. Manchester and South Africa are separated by a distance of 9910 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?

    R4 919 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R7 090 and R7 106, respectively.

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

    Most travellers choose Manchester - Cape Town Intl, Manchester - Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 698). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 396). 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 12 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 036AverageR15 657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 131AverageR11 938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 978AverageR11 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR10 081AverageR18 761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 534AverageR17 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 003AverageR14 212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR11 865AverageR21 494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 167AverageR15 034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 701AverageR20 068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR13 271AverageR20 001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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