Cheap flights from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £398

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — JNB
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in June or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Thu 27/1118:40BHX - JNB
1 stop15h 30mAir France
Wed 24/1219:20JNB - BHX
1 stop24h 30mAir France
Deal found 26/11£630
Thu 27/1106:00BHX - JNB
1 stop25h 30mLufthansa
Wed 24/1219:45JNB - BHX
2 stops23h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 26/11£634
Mon 29/1220:50BHX - JNB
1 stop23h 15mKLM
Sun 18/123:59JNB - BHX
1 stop34h 31mKLM
Deal found 26/11£642
Wed 31/1206:15BHX - JNB
1 stop13h 50mKLM
Sun 18/123:59JNB - BHX
1 stop34h 31mKLM
Deal found 26/11£645
Thu 25/1213:25BHX - JNB
2 stops24h 50mLufthansa
Tue 3/219:45JNB - BHX
1 stop18h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 24/11£654
Sun 7/1217:45BHX - JNB
1 stop35h 20mLufthansa
Sun 11/111:40JNB - BHX
2 stops37h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 25/11£662
Sun 7/1217:45BHX - JNB
1 stop35h 20mLufthansa
Tue 13/111:40JNB - BHX
2 stops26h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 25/11£663
Thu 25/1218:50BHX - JNB
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/219:45JNB - BHX
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£670
Wed 10/1213:45BHX - JNB
1 stop17h 45mLufthansa
Sun 11/111:40JNB - BHX
2 stops37h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 25/11£672
Sun 28/1206:00BHX - JNB
2 stops32h 15mLufthansa
Sun 18/110:10JNB - BHX
1 stop32h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 26/11£674

Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHX) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£480

One-way from

£398

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£627
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 22/1-26/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 45m total
  • Birmingham to Johannesburg
15/1
  • 15/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 40m total
  • Birmingham to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£62 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Birmingham

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OR Tambo

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Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 22/1

06:00-09:30

1 stop25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:45-17:00

2 stops23h 15m

£480

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Mon 2/3

16:40-10:50

1 stop16h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-15:40

1 stop22h 35m

£577

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 22/1

16:40-10:50

1 stop16h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

19:10-15:40

1 stop22h 30m

£593

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Mon 4/5

17:15-10:35

1 stop16h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

18:00-08:50

1 stop15h 50m

£598

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Mon 2/3

10:45-07:05

1 stop18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:45-10:00

2 stops16h 15m

£640

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Wed 31/12

06:15-22:05

1 stop13h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

23:59-08:30

1 stop34h 31m

£645

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 15/1

18:50-08:30

2 stops35h 40m

£398

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Sun 11/1

12:35-03:55

2 stops37h 20m

£433

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 15/1

13:25-09:30

1 stop18h 05m

£443

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Tue 13/1

17:45-07:05

1 stop35h 20m

£446

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Birmingham to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £416). Flying from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £569). 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 BHX to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

When flying from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Birmingham to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 27 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as Emirates, KLM, andSWISS. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Birmingham (BHX), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 11 airlines have flights from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    For as low as £480, Lufthansa can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Birmingham in 25h 30m. The distance from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 5720 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £385 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Lufthansa, starting at £447 and £454 round-trip. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Amsterdam?

    De Dam, Ziggo Dome, and Melkweg are currently the most popular points of interest in Amsterdam at the moment. De Dam, Ziggo Dome, and Melkweg are located about 7.0 mi, 7.2 mi, and 6.3 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Travellers can rent a car at Amsterdam Schiphol for an average daily rate of £33 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Istanbul?

    If you're on a stopover in Istanbul and looking for things to do, consider visiting Taksim Square, Ayasofya, or Sultan Ahmet Camii. Travellers on a stopover in Istanbul can visit Taksim Square, Ayasofya, and Sultan Ahmet Camii, by travelling 20.8 mi, 22.2 mi, and 22.3 mi, respectively after landing at Istanbul. Travellers can rent a car at Istanbul for an average daily rate of £24 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • 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. Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and Dubai Mall can be visited by travelling about 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 £17 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Birmingham to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Birmingham to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to OR Tambo 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 Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £416). Flying from Birmingham to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £569). 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
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£385Average£625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£447Average£467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£454Average£616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£477Average£660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£481Average£669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest£493Average£664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£505Average£607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£567Average£647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapest£576Average£788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£638Average£759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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