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Cheap flights from South Africa to Manchester from £239

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 22/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAN
21 Aug — 28 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Manchester

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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 22 July 2026.

Fri 9/1000:10
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/1006:00
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£576
Mon 10/813:15
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 24/814:55
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/7£607
Fri 24/719:30
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/822:45
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£612
Mon 10/809:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/816:50
MAN
-
JNB
3 stops38h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£615
Fri 24/719:30
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 1/921:45
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/7£615
Tue 28/723:15
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop21h 50m
KLM
Tue 4/820:50
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop23h 30m
KLM
Deal found 18/7£615
Thu 6/814:05
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/822:35
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£616
Mon 14/913:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops33h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 19/1022:55
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/7£618
Tue 15/914:05
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/1015:05
MAN
-
JNB
3 stops40h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7£618
Sat 1/813:15
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/820:05
MAN
-
CPT
3 stops44h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£620
Fri 24/713:15
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/922:45
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£621
Thu 17/1212:05
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops33h 55m
Kenya Airways
Sun 10/110:55
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops35h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 19/7£621

Find 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 22 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£576

One-way from

£239

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£695
9/10-15/10
  • 9/10-15/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 35m total
  • South Africa to Manchester
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22/10
  • 22/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 40m total
  • South Africa to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£37 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 22 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/8

13:15-20:15

1 stop32h 00m

Manchester

Mon 24/8

14:55-10:15

1 stop18h 20m

£607

Port ElizabethManchester

PLZ - MAN

PLZMAN

Port Elizabeth

Wed 21/10

13:30-08:15

2 stops19h 45m

Manchester

Wed 18/11

17:40-13:00

2 stops17h 20m

£630

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/1

13:30-09:40

2 stops46h 10m

Manchester

Thu 21/1

22:30-11:00

1 stop34h 30m

£630

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/12

13:30-12:55

2 stops49h 25m

Manchester

Sun 10/1

10:45-09:40

2 stops20h 55m

£632
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/1

21:45-12:30

1 stop16h 45m

Manchester

Thu 21/1

13:30-07:10

1 stop15h 40m

£638

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/8

23:15-16:45

1 stop18h 30m

Manchester

Thu 27/8

05:55-21:25

1 stop14h 30m

£673

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/12

17:20-12:55

1 stop21h 35m

Manchester

Sun 6/12

10:45-12:05

1 stop23h 20m

£694

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/8

16:35-12:05

1 stop20h 30m

Manchester

Thu 27/8

13:10-11:50

1 stop21h 40m

£699

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 31/8

13:15-22:20

2 stops34h 05m

Manchester

Thu 10/9

19:50-10:15

3 stops37h 25m

£703

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/11

20:00-06:45

1 stop36h 45m

Manchester

Thu 21/1

08:50-11:40

1 stop24h 50m

£712

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Manchester

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Cheapflights Insights

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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Manchester (average of £584). Flying from South Africa to Manchester in July is currently the most expensive (average of £697). 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 often are flights from South Africa to Manchester delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between South Africa and Manchester have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 102 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Manchester flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Manchester is 50 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 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 22 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,SWISS, andQatar Airways 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
3,632 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
SWISS
7.5
Good
2,014 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,747 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,153 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,124 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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 16h 45m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £638. 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 (£250), Kenya Airways (£283), and Etihad Airways (£284).

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Manchester (average of £584). Flying from South Africa to Manchester in July is currently the most expensive (average of £697). 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 South Africa to Manchester

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Manchester. 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 22 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest£369Average£604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapest£478Average£663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£482Average£543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapest£490Average£648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£510Average£688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£519Average£686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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LufthansaCheapest£521Average£627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapest£538Average£564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest£559Average£691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£569Average£650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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