Cheap flights from Manchester to Johannesburg from £371

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 21/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — JNB
24 Jun — 1 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 May 2026.

Thu 12/1113:40
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 21/1109:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/5£591
Tue 9/618:30
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 13/614:30
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop18h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/5£597
Sun 31/513:10
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops43h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 15/613:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops45h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/5£597
Tue 8/1213:30
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Egyptair
Wed 27/121:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop16h 45m
Egyptair
Deal found 22/5£600
Sun 14/609:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 20/709:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/5£601
Sun 6/1213:30
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Egyptair
Sun 17/121:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop16h 45m
Egyptair
Deal found 23/5£602
Mon 25/518:30
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 17/614:30
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop19h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/5£602
Wed 11/1123:15
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 26/1113:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/5£604
Tue 18/821:15
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop29h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/912:40
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5£605
Mon 15/620:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 23/709:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/5£605
Mon 1/610:40
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 31/718:00
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop16h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/5£606
Wed 26/809:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/909:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/5£607

Find flight deals from Manchester to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£597

One-way from

£371

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£617
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 9/6-13/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 40m total
  • Manchester to Johannesburg
21/6
  • 21/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 40m total
  • Manchester to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (£10 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Wed 17/6

08:05-08:55

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/7

12:40-06:20

1 stop18h 40m

£674

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Thu 1/10

09:50-05:30

1 stop18h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

10:05-07:45

1 stop22h 40m

£736
Fastest return journey

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Fri 2/10

09:50-05:30

1 stop18h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

22:20-19:35

1 stop22h 15m

£785

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Thu 18/6

18:30-13:25

2 stops17h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

10:15-08:30

3 stops23h 15m

£980

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Wed 30/9

18:30-20:10

2 stops24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

05:30-08:30

3 stops28h 00m

£991

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Wed 1/7

18:30-00:05

4 stops28h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

14:30-08:30

2 stops19h 00m

£1,088

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Sun 13/9

14:55-15:15

3 stops23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

09:25-06:20

3 stops21h 55m

£1,119

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Sun 6/9

14:55-15:15

3 stops23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

09:25-06:20

3 stops21h 55m

£1,200

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Thu 25/6

18:30-00:05

3 stops52h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

19:25-08:30

3 stops38h 05m

£1,222

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Tue 3/11

18:30-00:05

4 stops27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

05:30-07:30

3 stops28h 00m

£1,226

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to Johannesburg

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg (average of £515). Flying from Manchester to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of £828). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Manchester to Johannesburg?

How often are flights from Manchester to Johannesburg delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between Manchester and Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg?

The best time to book flights from Manchester to Johannesburg is 67 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 Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 25 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways from Manchester to Johannesburg 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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Manchester to Johannesburg flights?

    Manchester Airport is the airport to look for when flying to Johannesburg from Manchester. As one of the busiest airports in the UK, travellers journeying to Johannesburg are able to find a variety of flights and airlines to best meet their needs. The airport has three passenger terminals and many of the airlines operating flights to Johannesburg will be flying out of Terminal 1. If you are journeying from Manchester City Centre to the airport by public transport, trains operated by TransPennine Express and Northern Rail run every few minutes between Terminal 1 and Manchester Piccadilly and take approximately 20min. You can purchase tickets online or at Manchester Piccadilly Station on the day of your departure. Alternatively, if you are outside the city centre or prefer a private journey, taxis usually take between 20-40min from the city centre depending on the time of day.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Manchester to Johannesburg?

    Unfortunately, there are no direct flights journeying to Johannesburg from Manchester. However, many airlines such as Emirates Airlines and KLM operate flights with a single stopover. You should expect an average journey time of anywhere between 15-18h depending on the airline you fly with and length of your stopover. To ensure you find the flights that best suit you, book through Cheapflights and let us help with your search.

  • What are the stopover options between Manchester to Johannesburg?

    There are a variety of stopover options for travellers flying to Johannesburg from Manchester. For anyone journeying with Emirates Airlines, expect to stop somewhere such as Dubai International Airport. Amsterdam is a popular stopover for airline operators KLM. For anyone looking to stop over in Paris, Air France is the airline operator to look for given their stopovers at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. For travellers looking for as short a journey as possible, flights with stopovers in Europe are a good recommendation as they tend to have shorter flight times. Make sure to book through Cheapflights to get a variety of options that suit your needs and desires.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Manchester to Johannesburg?

    You do need a passport but not a visa if you are travelling as a tourist for less than 90 days. However, your passport must be valid up to at least 30 days after your designated return and the UK government advises that some immigration officials ask for a validity of at least six months after your departure date. You may also be asked to show a return ticket. If you are travelling for reasons other than tourism, check with the South African Department of Home Affairs to see what requirements are needed for your specific visa.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to Johannesburg?

    For a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg, you will be flying from Manchester. Manchester (MAN) is just 8.9 mi from the center of the city. Manchester is the only Manchester airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. 13 airlines have flights to Johannesburg from Manchester on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Manchester to Johannesburg?

    For as low as £980, Qatar Airways can have you in Johannesburg from Manchester in 17h 55m. The distance between Manchester and Johannesburg is about 5785 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, Egyptair (£433), Ethiopian Air (£436), and Etihad Airways (£484) offers the cheapest pricing from Manchester to Johannesburg. Users have found that Egyptair is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Manchester to Johannesburg one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £284. Users have also found prices from £309 and £321 on Egyptair and Kenya Airways, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Manchester to Johannesburg?

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Amsterdam?

    St. Nicholas Church, De Dam, and Van Gogh Museum are currently the most popular points of interest in Amsterdam. Those on a layover in Amsterdam interested in visiting St. Nicholas Church, De Dam, or Van Gogh Museum can do so by travelling 7.4 mi, 7.0 mi, and 6.0 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those looking to explore during their layover in Amsterdam can hire a car from Amsterdam Schiphol for about £37 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Manchester to Johannesburg flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Manchester to Johannesburg?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg (average of £515). Flying from Manchester to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of £828). 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 Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Manchester to Johannesburg. 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 25 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapest£433Average£517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£436Average£662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£484Average£607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£484Average£655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£493Average£589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£513Average£697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£518Average£629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapest£519Average£654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£546Average£788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£568Average£780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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