Cheap flights from Manchester to Johannesburg from £347
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 14/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — JNB
1 Sep — 8 Sep1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manchester to Johannesburg are usually found in May or February, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap 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 27 August 2025.
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 27 August 2025.
Tue 2/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 15/914:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/8£531
Mon 15/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/908:20JNB - MAN
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8£537
Fri 12/918:30MAN - JNB
1 stop17h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/908:20JNB - MAN
1 stop25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8£538
Tue 9/918:30MAN - JNB
1 stop17h 35mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/1014:30JNB - MAN
1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8£539
Sun 23/1118:30MAN - JNB
2 stops16h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 26/1114:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8£542
Thu 6/1113:40MAN - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Thu 20/1109:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/8£546
Sat 30/814:15MAN - JNB
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/923:30JNB - MAN
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8£547
Sat 20/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/1014:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/8£548
Tue 7/1020:40MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 40mEtihad Airways
Thu 6/1109:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/8£548
Wed 1/1018:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 22/1014:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8£554
Wed 24/920:40MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 1/1009:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/8£554
Wed 3/1217:45MAN - HLA
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1215:40HLA - MAN
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8£1,002
Best flights from Manchester to Johannesburg
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Manchester to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 27 August 2025.
Mon 15/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/908:20JNB - MAN
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8£537
Wed 19/1105:50MAN - JNB
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1119:40JNB - MAN
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8£555
Wed 24/917:30MAN - JNB
1 stop26h 50mKLM
Wed 1/1023:15JNB - MAN
1 stop18h 30mKLM
Deal found 26/8£563
Wed 1/1020:40MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 22/1009:50JNB - MAN
1 stop22h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/8£565
Sun 23/1118:30MAN - JNB
2 stops16h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 26/1114:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8£542
Thu 20/1117:25MAN - JNB
1 stop26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1119:40JNB - MAN
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8£555
Tue 9/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/1014:30JNB - MAN
2 stops18h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8£549
Fri 21/1120:35MAN - JNB
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1119:40JNB - MAN
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8£555
Mon 2/218:30MAN - JNB
2 stops16h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 6/514:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/8£550
Sun 1/218:30MAN - JNB
2 stops16h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 4/514:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/8£550
Wed 1/1018:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 22/1014:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8£554
Sat 22/1117:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/1214:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8£564
Last-minute flights from Manchester to Johannesburg
Discover last-minute flight deals from Manchester to Johannesburg. Data last updated 27 August 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sat 30/814:15MAN - JNB
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/923:30JNB - MAN
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8£547
Sun 31/814:55MAN - JNB
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/923:15JNB - MAN
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8£563
Sun 31/809:30MAN - HLA
3 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/905:55HLA - MAN
3 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8£1,073
Tue 2/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 15/914:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/8£531
Sun 7/918:25MAN - JNB
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/923:15JNB - MAN
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8£564
Tue 9/918:30MAN - JNB
1 stop17h 35mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/1014:30JNB - MAN
1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8£539
Fri 12/918:30MAN - JNB
1 stop17h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/908:20JNB - MAN
1 stop25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8£538
Mon 15/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/908:20JNB - MAN
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8£537
Tue 16/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/914:30JNB - MAN
2 stops18h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/8£563
Sat 20/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/1014:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/8£548
Mon 22/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/1014:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/8£560
Wed 24/920:40MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 1/1009:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/8£554
One-way flights from Manchester to Johannesburg
Search for one-way flight options from Manchester to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 27 August 2025.
Fri 14/1119:50MAN - JNB
3 stops58h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8£347
Tue 2/918:25MAN - JNB
3 stops59h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8£352
Mon 15/913:35MAN - JNB
3 stops46h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8£353
Fri 14/1108:25MAN - JNB
1 stop21h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/8£358
Thu 4/1213:40MAN - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/8£361
Fri 26/909:15MAN - JNB
1 stop22h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/8£361
Thu 4/1211:30MAN - JNB
3 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8£364
Sat 6/1219:30MAN - JNB
3 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8£366
Fri 5/1211:30MAN - JNB
3 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8£367
Wed 24/913:50MAN - JNB
3 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8£374
Mon 15/920:25MAN - HLA
3 stops48h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8£517
Wed 24/913:55MAN - HLA
3 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8£525
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to Johannesburg 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 27 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to Johannesburg that are best for you.
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ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Mon 15/9
18:30-13:05
2 stops17h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 22/9
08:20-08:30
2 stops25h 10m
£537
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Sun 23/11
18:30-13:05
2 stops16h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 26/11
14:30-07:30
2 stops19h 00m
£542
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Tue 9/9
18:30-13:05
2 stops17h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 7/10
14:30-08:15
2 stops18h 45m
£549
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Mon 2/2
18:30-13:05
2 stops16h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 6/5
14:30-08:30
2 stops19h 00m
£550
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Sun 1/2
18:30-13:05
2 stops16h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 4/5
14:30-08:30
2 stops19h 00m
£550
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Wed 1/10
18:30-13:05
2 stops17h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 22/10
14:30-08:30
2 stops19h 00m
£554
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Wed 19/11
05:50-22:05
1 stop14h 15m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 29/11
19:40-10:10
1 stop16h 30m
£555
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Thu 20/11
17:25-22:05
1 stop26h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 29/11
19:40-10:10
1 stop16h 30m
£555
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Fri 21/11
20:35-22:05
1 stop23h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 29/11
19:40-10:10
1 stop16h 30m
£555
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Wed 24/9
17:30-21:20
1 stop26h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 1/10
23:15-16:45
1 stop18h 30m
£563
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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
How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.
The best time to book flights from Manchester to Johannesburg is 73 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg (average of £703). Flying from Manchester to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAN to JNB?
Find hourly flight availability from Manchester to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 August 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Manchester to Johannesburg at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Manchester to Johannesburg?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Manchester to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 27 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, andEthiopian Air 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.
Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
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 £537, Ethiopian Air can have you in Johannesburg from Manchester in 17h 35m. The distance between Manchester and Johannesburg is about 5785 mi.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to Johannesburg round-trip?
According to our current data, Egyptair (£406), Ethiopian Air (£426), and Air France (£453) offers the cheapest pricing from Manchester to Johannesburg. Users have found that Egyptair is 38% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Manchester to Johannesburg?
Flights departing from Manchester and landing in Johannesburg stopover in Addis Ababa most frequently. Amsterdam sees the next most stopovers on Manchester to Johannesburg flights. Dubai comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Manchester to Johannesburg flights.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Amsterdam?
De Dam, Melkweg, and Ziggo Dome are currently the most popular points of interest in Amsterdam at the moment. De Dam, Melkweg and Ziggo Dome are located about 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 7.2 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in Amsterdam can hire one for about £37 per day.
What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?
Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and Dubai Mall are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai. Those on a layover in Dubai interested in visiting Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, or Dubai Mall can do so by travelling 6.8 mi, 4.2 mi, and 6.5 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?
The least popular stopover on flights from Manchester to Johannesburg is Marseille. Marseille is followed by Zurich in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Manchester to Johannesburg. Zurich is followed by Frankfurt am Main in terms of the least popular stopover location 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg (average of £703). Flying from Manchester to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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.
Browse through other flights departing from Manchester. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 27 August 2025.
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 27 August 2025.
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