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Cheap flights from South Africa to Manchester from £279

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAN
30 nov — 7 dic1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 ottobre 2025.

mar 11/1109:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
mar 9/1213:40MAN - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/10£507
dom 9/1114:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
dom 7/1218:30MAN - JNB
2 stops16h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10£511
lun 10/1114:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
mar 9/1218:30MAN - JNB
2 stops16h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10£512
sab 8/1109:50JNB - MAN
1 stop22h 20mEtihad Airways
mar 9/1213:40MAN - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/10£513
gio 6/1119:45JNB - MAN
2 stops16h 35mBrussels Airlines
mar 11/1111:10MAN - JNB
2 stops20h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 30/10£516
mar 4/1123:59JNB - MAN
1 stop18h 36mKLM
sab 15/1113:40MAN - JNB
1 stop30h 25mKLM
Deal found 30/10£518
mar 4/1123:59JNB - MAN
1 stop18h 36mKLM
mar 11/1113:40MAN - JNB
1 stop30h 25mKLM
Deal found 29/10£521
gio 27/1119:20JNB - MAN
1 stop28h 10mAir France
sab 6/1217:05MAN - JNB
1 stop17h 05mAir France
Deal found 30/10£524
mar 4/1119:45JNB - MAN
2 stops27h 50mBrussels Airlines
sab 15/1111:10MAN - JNB
2 stops44h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 30/10£530
mar 11/1123:00JNB - MAN
2 stops34h 30mEthiopian Air
lun 8/1218:30MAN - JNB
2 stops16h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10£535
dom 2/1123:59JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 21mKLM
dom 30/1113:40MAN - JNB
1 stop30h 25mKLM
Deal found 29/10£540
ven 26/1209:00CPT - MAN
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
sab 17/117:45MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10£569

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Manchester

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Manchester flight deals. Data was last updated 31 ottobre 2025.

Round-trip from

£507

One-way from

£279

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£576
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 11/11-9/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 45m total
  • South Africa to Manchester
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 25m total
  • South Africa to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£40 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Manchester 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 31 ottobre 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Manchester that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Manchester

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Price

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar 11/11

09:50-17:55

1 stop34h 05m

Manchester

mar 9/12

13:40-08:20

1 stop16h 40m

£507

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom 30/11

23:59-12:45

1 stop14h 46m

Manchester

dom 7/12

11:05-12:10

1 stop23h 05m

£521

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

gio 29/1

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

Manchester

gio 5/2

13:40-22:05

1 stop30h 25m

£522

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ven 6/2

09:50-12:15

1 stop28h 25m

Manchester

mar 10/2

08:25-08:20

1 stop21h 55m

£542

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar 11/11

23:00-07:30

2 stops34h 30m

Manchester

dom 7/12

18:30-13:05

2 stops16h 35m

£560

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun 10/11

09:50-06:10

1 stop22h 20m

Manchester

mar 9/12

13:40-08:20

1 stop16h 40m

£562

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

ven 6/2

09:25-08:20

1 stop24h 55m

Manchester

mar 10/2

09:10-07:30

1 stop20h 20m

£563

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar 11/11

22:00-11:25

1 stop15h 25m

Manchester

dom 7/12

14:50-10:25

1 stop17h 35m

£568

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar 11/11

19:35-08:50

1 stop15h 15m

Manchester

lun 8/12

18:50-10:25

1 stop13h 35m

£568

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar 11/11

23:00-07:30

2 stops34h 30m

Manchester

mar 9/12

18:30-13:05

2 stops16h 35m

£573

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Manchester

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Manchester from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Manchester

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Manchester (average of £306). Flying from South Africa to Manchester in July is currently the most expensive (average of £483). 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 ZA to MAN?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Manchester. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 ottobre 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from South Africa to Manchester in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Manchester?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Manchester flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Manchester

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manchester. 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 Manchester. Reviews last updated 31 ottobre 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, andSWISS from South Africa to Manchester by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,775 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,542 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,488 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,394 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Manchester. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Manchester from South Africa?

    Manchester (MAN), located 8.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Africa to Manchester.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Manchester?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Manchester can take about 18h 36m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £522. The distance between South Africa and Manchester is about 5785 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 Manchester one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Manchester are Qatar Airways (£279), Etihad Airways (£285), and Kenya Airways (£293).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Manchester?

    The most popular route from South Africa to Manchester is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Manchester. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Manchester or Port Elizabeth - Manchester.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Manchester?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Manchester 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 Manchester?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Manchester (average of £306). Flying from South Africa to Manchester in July is currently the most expensive (average of £483). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£314Average£559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£364Average£575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£383Average£494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£431Average£617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£440Average£636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£476Average£610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapest£490Average£572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£536Average£648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£539Average£696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£561Average£702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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