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Cheap flights from Manchester to South Africa from R8 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 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — JNB
Oct 18 — Oct 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 18 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 895

One-way from

R8 040

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 066
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 30/11-7/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 45m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 40m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 710 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R9 383 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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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 18 September 2025.

Fri 26/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/1014:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/9R11 843
Sun 30/1119:55MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 25mEtihad Airways
Sun 7/129:50JNB - MAN
1 stop22h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/9R11 895
Tue 30/914:30MAN - JNB
1 stop15h 40mEgyptair
Mon 20/1021:45JNB - MAN
1 stop16h 45mEgyptair
Deal found 17/9R11 912
Sun 9/1113:40MAN - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Mon 24/119:50JNB - MAN
1 stop28h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/9R11 964
Tue 11/118:25MAN - JNB
1 stop21h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 25/119:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/9R12 051
Wed 5/1119:55MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 25mEtihad Airways
Tue 13/19:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/9R12 069
Wed 24/918:30MAN - JNB
1 stop17h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/1014:30JNB - MAN
1 stop19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/9R12 086
Tue 18/118:25MAN - JNB
1 stop21h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 25/119:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/9R12 121
Sun 21/920:40MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 50mEtihad Airways
Fri 3/109:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/9R12 208
Wed 19/1118:30MAN - JNB
2 stops16h 35mEthiopian Air
Thu 4/1214:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/9R12 225
Sun 21/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 3/108:20JNB - MAN
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/9R12 399
Tue 30/1217:25MAN - CPT
2 stops38h 20mKLM
Tue 20/118:25CPT - MAN
2 stops24h 10mKLM
Deal found 16/9R13 788

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Manchester

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South Africa

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Depart

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Price

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Wed 22/10

9:15-8:20

1 stop22h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

9:50-6:10

1 stop22h 20m

R12 798

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Mon 17/11

23:15-10:50

1 stop33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

19:05-9:50

1 stop16h 45m

R13 423

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Wed 4/2

19:55-8:20

1 stop34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

9:50-6:10

1 stop22h 20m

R13 475

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Wed 21/1

8:50-8:40

1 stop21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

20:20-12:20

1 stop18h 00m

R13 684

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Wed 21/1

19:55-8:20

1 stop34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

9:50-6:10

1 stop22h 20m

R13 996

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 8/12

6:25-7:40

1 stop23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/12

9:00-8:20

1 stop25h 20m

R14 048

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Wed 21/1

14:05-8:40

1 stop16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

13:45-12:20

1 stop24h 35m

R14 291

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Fri 16/1

17:30-16:20

3 stops20h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 30/1

11:15-7:30

3 stops22h 15m

R14 309

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Sat 1/11

11:00-22:05

1 stop33h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

23:59-8:20

1 stop34h 21m

R14 552

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 10/11

5:50-9:45

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/12

7:55-21:30

1 stop15h 35m

R14 656

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAN to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

When flying from Manchester to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 18 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines 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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 386 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 386 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 386 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 622 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 386 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 965 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 386 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
862 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 386 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 367 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 386 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

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?

    Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and British Airways can get you from Manchester to South Africa in just under 21h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 45m. 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?

    R8 040 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Lufthansa, with prices starting from R9 638 and R11 721, 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 - Durban King Shaka Intl 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 18 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 994AverageR12 517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 476AverageR12 495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR10 665AverageR14 959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 225AverageR17 199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 968AverageR14 975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR12 008AverageR18 856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 162AverageR15 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR12 746AverageR20 007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 840AverageR19 086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR14 291AverageR20 901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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