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 10m. Fly via Emirates, Turkish Airlines, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Birmingham is about 5720 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 £254. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Birmingham for a low price.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Birmingham ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Birmingham when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Birmingham, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 16.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 C).

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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Birmingham?

Consider Emirates, KLM or Qatar Airways when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from South Africa to Birmingham.

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Birmingham as you normally would.

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.

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.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Birmingham (average of £600). Flying from South Africa to Birmingham in August is currently the most expensive (average of £690). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Birmingham?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Birmingham is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Birmingham

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andTurkish Airlines 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.

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Steven,May 2026

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Emirates

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10.0

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Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

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KLM

7.8

Good

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Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,655 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Turkish Airlines

7.4

Good

4,479 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,655 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Qatar Airways

7.3

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3,728 reviews

Emirates

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Very Good

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

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Emirates

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Related info for your journey

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 10m. Fly via Emirates, Turkish Airlines, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Birmingham is about 5720 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 £254. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and British Airways, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Birmingham (average of £600). Flying from South Africa to Birmingham in August is currently the most expensive (average of £690). 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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Lufthansa	Cheapest£481	Average£780	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest£482	Average£645	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	Cheapest£503	Average£710	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
SWISS	Cheapest£508	Average£670	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest£515	Average£618	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	Cheapest£570	Average£665	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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