Cheap flights from Manchester to Johannesburg from £350

MAN — JNB
24 Sep — 1 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Johannesburg

Mon 21/917:30 -
1 stop26h 50m
Mon 28/923:15 -
1 stop23h 45m
Deal found 23/8£577
Thu 10/918:30 -
2 stops18h 00m
Mon 28/914:30 -
2 stops19h 00m
Deal found 22/8£578
Fri 23/1018:30 -
2 stops18h 00m
Tue 3/1114:30 -
2 stops19h 50m
Deal found 23/8£579
Mon 2/1117:05 -
1 stop16h 20m
Mon 9/1123:59 -
1 stop22h 01m
Deal found 23/8£580
Sat 17/1009:50 -
3 stops26h 40m
Sun 25/1014:30 -
2 stops23h 30m
Deal found 21/8£582
Tue 25/822:45 -
2 stops32h 35m
Thu 10/909:45 -
2 stops35h 00m
Deal found 21/8£584
Wed 18/1110:45 -
2 stops20h 55m
Mon 30/1118:50 -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 20/8£584
Sat 22/817:30 -
1 stop26h 50m
Sun 13/923:15 -
1 stop23h 45m
Deal found 21/8£588
Wed 16/905:55 -
1 stop14h 25m
Mon 28/923:15 -
1 stop21h 50m
Deal found 24/8£589
Thu 8/1018:30 -
2 stops18h 00m
Thu 22/1014:30 -
2 stops18h 45m
Deal found 20/8£590
Mon 24/805:55 -
1 stop14h 25m
Sun 6/923:15 -
1 stop35h 55m
Deal found 21/8£591
Mon 2/1120:40 -
2 stops34h 45m
Sun 31/111:30 -
2 stops36h 35m
Deal found 21/8£7,897

Find flight deals from Manchester to Johannesburg

Round-trip from

£576

One-way from

£350

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£767
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 28/10-10/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 36h 50m total
  • Manchester to Johannesburg
22/9
  • 22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 55m total
  • Manchester to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£59 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2026

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ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN Manchester - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MANJNB

Manchester

Thu 10/9

13:45-10:20

2 stops19h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

23:15-16:45

1 stop18h 30m

£650

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN Manchester - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MANJNB

Manchester

Fri 6/11

08:15-08:20

1 stop22h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

09:50-12:15

1 stop28h 25m

£662

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN Manchester - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MANJNB

Manchester

Tue 3/11

13:50-08:20

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/1

09:50-12:15

1 stop28h 25m

£662
Fastest return journey

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN Manchester - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MANJNB

Manchester

Sat 28/11

18:30-13:30

2 stops17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

14:30-08:20

2 stops19h 50m

£689

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN Manchester - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MANJNB

Manchester

Thu 8/10

20:45-08:15

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

09:45-06:55

1 stop22h 10m

£711

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN Manchester - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MANJNB

Manchester

Fri 18/9

09:20-08:15

1 stop21h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/1

09:50-06:15

1 stop22h 25m

£720

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN Manchester - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MANJNB

Manchester

Mon 14/9

13:10-09:40

2 stops43h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/1

00:20-15:50

1 stop17h 30m

£731

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN Manchester - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MANJNB

Manchester

Fri 13/11

18:30-13:30

2 stops17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/3

05:00-08:20

3 stops29h 20m

£798

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN Manchester - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MANJNB

Manchester

Sun 3/1

18:30-13:30

2 stops17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/1

05:00-08:20

3 stops29h 20m

£941

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN Manchester - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MANJNB

Manchester

Sat 16/1

09:05-16:15

3 stops29h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/1

15:25-18:00

3 stops28h 35m

£964

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg (average of £554). Flying from Manchester to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £856). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Manchester to Johannesburg flights typically cost between £607 and £782 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £576 on Ethiopian Air (28 Oct–10 Nov).

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

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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

  • 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. 12 airlines have flights to Johannesburg from Manchester on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Manchester to Johannesburg?

    For as low as £689, KLM can have you in Johannesburg from Manchester in 17h. 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, Ethiopian Air (£423), Egyptair (£441), and Kenya Airways (£471) offers the cheapest pricing from Manchester to Johannesburg. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 36% 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 British Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £224. Users have also found prices from £283 and £308 on Etihad Airways and Egyptair, 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 Dubai?

    Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai. Those on a layover in Dubai interested in visiting Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, or LEGOLAND Dubai can do so by travelling 6.8 mi, 4.2 mi, and 32.0 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dubai can hire a car from Dubai Intl for about £20 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg (average of £554). Flying from Manchester to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £856). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest£423Average£597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapest£441Average£555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£471Average£648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapest£481Average£701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£490Average£590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£494Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapest£506Average£661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£513Average£635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£555Average£765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£565Average£828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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