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Cheap flights from South Africa to Manchester from £259

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 14/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAN
16 Jun — 23 Jun1
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 17 May 2026.

Mon 3/809:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Tue 11/820:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/5£524
Fri 13/1109:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop28h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 20/1108:25
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/5£534
Thu 23/709:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 14/809:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/5£546
Mon 16/1109:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 20/1108:25
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/5£564
Wed 27/508:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/611:10
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5£564
Wed 27/508:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Sun 31/510:35
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 16/5£566
Thu 18/613:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops28h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 23/610:40
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5£576
Mon 25/508:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/618:40
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5£580
Mon 25/513:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops33h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 23/610:40
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5£582
Mon 25/508:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Mon 22/618:05
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop13h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 13/5£583
Mon 16/1113:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 19/1110:50
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops20h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5£586
Tue 16/613:15
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/614:55
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5£596

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 17 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£524

One-way from

£259

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£614
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/8-11/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 40m total
  • South Africa to Manchester
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 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 (£6 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 17 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/6

19:30-20:00

1 stop25h 30m

Manchester

Wed 17/6

08:05-10:15

1 stop25h 10m

£603

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

09:50-06:55

1 stop22h 05m

Manchester

Mon 19/10

20:45-08:20

1 stop34h 35m

£626
Fastest return journey

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/6

15:10-08:30

2 stops18h 20m

Manchester

Wed 17/6

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

£659

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

13:30-09:35

2 stops45h 05m

Manchester

Tue 23/6

17:35-09:40

2 stops39h 05m

£692

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

13:50-08:30

2 stops19h 40m

Manchester

Tue 2/6

18:30-14:10

2 stops18h 40m

£701

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

19:50-14:00

1 stop19h 10m

Manchester

Wed 24/6

08:05-04:00

1 stop18h 55m

£717

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

19:50-20:00

1 stop25h 10m

Manchester

Mon 22/6

21:45-04:00

1 stop29h 15m

£720

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

13:15-12:15

2 stops24h 00m

Manchester

Mon 17/8

21:15-10:15

1 stop36h 00m

£742

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

18:25-12:00

1 stop18h 35m

Manchester

Mon 29/6

14:05-11:30

1 stop20h 25m

£792

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

13:50-18:35

2 stops29h 45m

Manchester

Tue 30/6

09:20-13:25

2 stops27h 05m

£816

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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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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Manchester

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 82 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 South Africa to Manchester?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Manchester (average of £311). Flying from South Africa to Manchester in May is currently the most expensive (average of £1,185). 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.

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 17 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andEtihad 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
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
KLM
7.8
Good
1,517 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,439 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,009 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,985 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

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 20m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £659. The distance between South Africa and Manchester is about 6158 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 (£257), Etihad Airways (£275), and Kenya Airways (£285).

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Manchester (average of £311). Flying from South Africa to Manchester in May is currently the most expensive (average of £1,185). 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 17 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest£446Average£651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£447Average£641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£466Average£514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£472Average£618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest£481Average£649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£512Average£627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapest£519Average£568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£553Average£704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£562Average£710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£563Average£724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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