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Cheap flights from South Africa to Birmingham from £278

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BHX
3 Mar — 10 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Birmingham

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Birmingham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Birmingham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 February 2026.

Sun 8/223:59
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop23h 21m
KLM
Sun 15/217:40
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
KLM
Deal found 31/1£505
Tue 3/323:59
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop34h 31m
KLM
Wed 1/409:20
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop35h 00m
KLM
Deal found 31/1£521
Mon 16/323:59
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop23h 21m
KLM
Mon 23/317:40
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
KLM
Deal found 30/1£525
Fri 13/209:25
CPT
-
BHX
1 stop24h 25m
SWISS
Tue 17/209:00
BHX
-
CPT
2 stops28h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 31/1£543
Mon 16/314:30
JNB
-
BHX
3 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/313:20
BHX
-
JNB
2 stops21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1£561
Thu 7/516:35
CPT
-
BHX
1 stop17h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/517:35
BHX
-
CPT
1 stop17h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/1£561
Mon 16/313:40
CPT
-
BHX
1 stop31h 05m
Emirates
Mon 23/320:50
BHX
-
CPT
1 stop36h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 30/1£570
Mon 16/320:50
CPT
-
BHX
2 stops21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/307:45
BHX
-
CPT
2 stops26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1£581
Sun 8/223:59
JNB
-
BHX
2 stops23h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/213:30
BHX
-
JNB
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1£587
Tue 3/323:59
JNB
-
BHX
2 stops35h 31m
Air France
Wed 1/417:40
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Air France
Deal found 31/1£588
Thu 19/223:59
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop34h 31m
KLM
Thu 19/306:15
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop13h 50m
KLM
Deal found 30/1£597
Thu 5/219:10
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop16h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/211:05
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop21h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/1£607

Find flight deals from South Africa to Birmingham

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Birmingham flight deals. Data was last updated 1 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£521

One-way from

£278

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£486
KLM
  • KLM
  • 3/3-1/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 31m total
  • South Africa to Birmingham
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 55m total
  • South Africa to Birmingham
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£32 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Birmingham 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 1 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Birmingham that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

Birmingham

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

23:59-08:30

1 stop34h 31m

Birmingham

Wed 1/4

09:20-21:20

1 stop35h 00m

£521

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

23:59-21:20

1 stop23h 21m

Birmingham

Mon 23/3

17:40-22:05

1 stop26h 25m

£525

Cape TownBirmingham

CPT - BHX

CPTBHX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

09:25-07:50

1 stop24h 25m

Birmingham

Tue 17/2

09:00-15:15

2 stops28h 15m

£543

Cape TownBirmingham

CPT - BHX

CPTBHX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

16:35-09:05

1 stop17h 30m

Birmingham

Mon 11/5

17:35-11:50

1 stop17h 15m

£561

Cape TownBirmingham

CPT - BHX

CPTBHX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

13:40-18:45

1 stop31h 05m

Birmingham

Mon 23/3

20:50-11:40

1 stop36h 50m

£570

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

23:59-09:30

2 stops35h 31m

Birmingham

Wed 1/4

17:40-21:20

1 stop26h 40m

£588

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

23:59-08:30

1 stop34h 31m

Birmingham

Thu 19/3

06:15-22:05

1 stop13h 50m

£597

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

19:20-09:30

1 stop16h 10m

Birmingham

Wed 1/4

20:15-21:20

1 stop24h 05m

£608

Cape TownBirmingham

CPT - BHX

CPTBHX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

14:35-16:50

3 stops28h 15m

Birmingham

Mon 23/3

13:20-14:35

2 stops23h 15m

£617

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

15:20-08:10

3 stops42h 50m

Birmingham

Mon 23/3

09:00-17:15

3 stops30h 15m

£624

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Birmingham

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Birmingham (average of £286). Flying from South Africa to Birmingham in December is currently the most expensive (average of £478). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Birmingham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Birmingham. 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 Birmingham. Reviews last updated 1 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, andSWISS from South Africa to Birmingham to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,491 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,444 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,864 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,758 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from South Africa to Birmingham, you will be flying into Birmingham. Birmingham (BHX) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Birmingham in 17h 30m. Fly via KLM, SWISS, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Birmingham is about 6092 mi. 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 South Africa to Birmingham one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £238. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and SWISS, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Birmingham for a low price.

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

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Birmingham or Port Elizabeth - Birmingham, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Birmingham is the most popular route from South Africa to Birmingham.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Birmingham (average of £286). Flying from South Africa to Birmingham in December is currently the most expensive (average of £478). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£317Average£633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£358Average£604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£411Average£607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£470Average£501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£509Average£612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£515Average£562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£580Average£720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£606Average£734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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