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Cheap flights from Manchester to South Africa from R7 493

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — JNB
Jun 3 — Jun 101
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 4 May 2026.

Mon 22/620:55
MAN
-
JNB
3 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/620:00
JNB
-
MAN
3 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R12 627
Mon 9/1123:15
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops32h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 30/1113:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops46h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/4R12 644
Mon 15/620:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Mon 22/69:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/5R13 325
Thu 18/620:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Mon 22/69:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/5R13 341
Mon 22/620:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Mon 29/69:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/4R13 707
Tue 16/69:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 16/79:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/5R13 724
Sun 14/69:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 2/79:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/5R13 740
Tue 23/69:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/99:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/5R13 757
Thu 5/1118:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 10/1213:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops20h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R14 455
Sun 22/1118:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 6/1215:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/5R14 488
Thu 4/618:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 22/615:10
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/4R14 571
Mon 4/518:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 10/515:10
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/5R14 621

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 4 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 577

One-way from

R7 493

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 474
14/5-18/5
  • 14/5-18/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 38h 40m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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9/5
  • 9/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 35m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R6 034 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 859 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 4 May 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Thu 18/6

20:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

9:50-18:35

1 stop33h 45m

R14 172

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Tue 23/6

8:05-10:35

2 stops25h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 12/7

12:05-13:10

2 stops26h 05m

R16 299

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Mon 1/6

18:30-18:05

3 stops22h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 15/6

11:00-8:30

3 stops22h 30m

R18 143

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Sat 23/5

18:30-13:25

2 stops17h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

14:30-8:15

2 stops18h 45m

R19 007

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 24/9

18:40-20:55

1 stop25h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

8:00-8:15

1 stop25h 15m

R19 240

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Thu 4/6

18:30-18:05

3 stops22h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 11/6

7:00-8:15

3 stops26h 15m

R19 306

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Mon 8/6

18:30-16:40

3 stops45h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

14:30-8:30

2 stops19h 00m

R19 555

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Thu 18/6

17:35-10:30

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

13:30-9:35

2 stops45h 05m

R19 588
Fastest return journey

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 23/9

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

15:10-8:30

2 stops18h 20m

R20 336

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Thu 4/6

15:30-17:15

2 stops24h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 11/6

18:30-16:55

3 stops47h 25m

R20 353

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to South Africa

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

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 79 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.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to South Africa (average of R12 178). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 536). 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.

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 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air 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
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 511 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 346 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 000 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 946 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Egyptair
6,5
Okay
426 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air can get you from Manchester to South Africa in just under 17h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 40m. 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 246 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 261 and R7 749, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to South Africa (average of R12 178). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 536). 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 4 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 603AverageR11 992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 023AverageR11 624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR10 302AverageR16 330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 510AverageR16 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 637AverageR15 062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR12 125AverageR20 882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 331AverageR18 141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 372AverageR15 633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 979AverageR19 112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR13 562AverageR19 686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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