Cheap flights from South Africa to Birmingham from £285

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 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BHX
2 May — 9 May1
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 2 April 2026.

Wed 15/412:40
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 22/415:10
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3£574
Fri 15/519:10
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop18h 20m
Emirates
Fri 22/514:35
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop37h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 31/3£585
Wed 8/419:50
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/509:10
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/4£591
Fri 15/514:45
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop17h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 22/515:35
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop23h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3£591
Thu 16/420:40
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 23/408:10
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3£595
Wed 22/412:40
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 26/815:10
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3£596
Fri 15/509:45
JNB
-
BHX
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/515:50
BHX
-
JNB
3 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3£600
Fri 15/513:15
CPT
-
BHX
1 stop31h 25m
Emirates
Fri 22/514:35
BHX
-
CPT
1 stop25h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 31/3£600
Sun 19/419:50
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop36h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/415:35
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/4£604
Sun 20/922:20
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop39h 10m
Emirates
Sun 4/1014:35
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 29/3£615
Sat 18/422:20
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop39h 10m
Emirates
Sat 25/414:35
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop37h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 1/4£618
Sun 17/519:50
JNB
-
BHX
1 stop19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 24/515:35
BHX
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/4£620

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 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£574

One-way from

£285

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£637
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/4-22/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 30m total
  • South Africa to Birmingham
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 00m total
  • South Africa to Birmingham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£28 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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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 2 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Birmingham that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

19:10-12:30

1 stop18h 20m

Birmingham

Fri 22/5

14:35-05:30

1 stop37h 55m

£585

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

19:50-07:40

1 stop36h 50m

Birmingham

Sun 26/4

15:35-10:30

1 stop17h 55m

£604

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

19:50-14:05

1 stop19h 15m

Birmingham

Sun 24/5

15:35-10:30

1 stop17h 55m

£625
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

14:45-06:30

1 stop16h 45m

Birmingham

Mon 4/5

15:10-08:50

1 stop16h 40m

£626

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

22:20-12:30

1 stop39h 10m

Birmingham

Mon 20/4

14:35-05:30

1 stop37h 55m

£643

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

22:20-19:40

1 stop22h 20m

Birmingham

Tue 9/6

14:35-16:15

1 stop24h 40m

£646

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

18:00-09:05

1 stop16h 05m

Birmingham

Sun 4/10

17:35-09:40

2 stops39h 05m

£658

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

13:30-09:05

2 stops44h 35m

Birmingham

Tue 9/6

10:00-10:30

1 stop23h 30m

£664

Cape TownBirmingham

CPT - BHX

CPTBHX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

13:15-12:30

1 stop24h 15m

Birmingham

Tue 16/6

14:35-16:40

1 stop25h 05m

£680

Cape TownBirmingham

CPT - BHX

CPTBHX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

13:15-19:40

1 stop31h 25m

Birmingham

Thu 1/10

14:35-18:05

1 stop26h 30m

£687

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Birmingham (average of £364). Flying from South Africa to Birmingham in December is currently the most expensive (average of £500). 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 2 April 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.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 18h 20m. Fly via Emirates 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 Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £252. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways 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?

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Birmingham (average of £364). Flying from South Africa to Birmingham in December is currently the most expensive (average of £500). 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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SWISSCheapest£441Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£462Average£885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£485Average£516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£490Average£701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£514Average£580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£525Average£630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£598Average£730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£624Average£756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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