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Cheap flights from Birmingham to South Africa from £389

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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — JNB
25 Dec — 1 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Birmingham to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 25 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£484

One-way from

£389

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£632
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 22/1-26/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 45m total
  • Birmingham to South Africa
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8/12
  • 8/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 05m total
  • Birmingham to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£63 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 November 2025.

Wed 3/1209:00BHX - JNB
1 stop23h 30mSWISS
Thu 22/120:15JNB - BHX
1 stop23h 40mSWISS
Deal found 23/11£487
Tue 2/1217:45BHX - JNB
1 stop35h 20mLufthansa
Thu 22/119:45JNB - BHX
1 stop18h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 22/11£500
Thu 4/1213:25BHX - JNB
1 stop18h 05mLufthansa
Thu 22/119:45JNB - BHX
1 stop18h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 22/11£522
Wed 3/1209:05BHX - JNB
2 stops20h 00mLufthansa
Thu 22/119:45JNB - BHX
1 stop18h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 22/11£527
Thu 4/1213:25BHX - JNB
1 stop18h 05mLufthansa
Thu 15/110:10JNB - BHX
1 stop32h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 22/11£543
Wed 3/1217:40BHX - JNB
1 stop26h 25mKLM
Mon 19/123:59JNB - BHX
1 stop34h 31mKLM
Deal found 22/11£547
Thu 27/1111:05BHX - JNB
1 stop21h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 4/1219:10JNB - BHX
1 stop16h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/11£550
Thu 4/1217:40BHX - JNB
1 stop26h 25mKLM
Fri 23/123:59JNB - BHX
1 stop14h 51mKLM
Deal found 22/11£551
Thu 4/1206:00BHX - CPT
1 stop21h 50mAir France
Mon 8/1207:55CPT - BHX
1 stop15h 20mAir France
Deal found 23/11£627
Mon 24/1110:45BHX - CPT
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1209:00CPT - BHX
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11£627
Thu 4/1206:15BHX - CPT
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Mon 8/1218:25CPT - BHX
2 stops28h 55mKLM
Deal found 22/11£634
Fri 28/1106:00BHX - CPT
1 stop21h 50mAir France
Fri 5/1207:55CPT - BHX
1 stop33h 25mAir France
Deal found 23/11£647

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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

£484

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 15/1

13:25-09:30

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

19:45-12:35

1 stop18h 50m

£513

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 15/1

13:25-09:30

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

19:45-17:00

2 stops23h 15m

£531

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Tue 13/1

17:45-07:05

1 stop35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

19:45-17:00

2 stops23h 15m

£536

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Wed 4/3

11:05-10:50

1 stop21h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

17:55-08:50

1 stop15h 55m

£572

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

£582

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

£598

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

£603

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Wed 14/1

17:45-09:30

2 stops37h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

19:45-12:35

1 stop18h 50m

£624

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 19/3

13:35-22:05

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

23:15-21:25

1 stop23h 10m

£651

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to South Africa

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to South Africa (average of £419). Flying from Birmingham to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £573). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Birmingham to South Africa in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Birmingham to South Africa flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 25 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Birmingham to South Africa, such as Emirates, KLM, andSWISS. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
KLM
7.7
Good
1,420 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,790 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,052 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,592 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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 Birmingham to South Africa. 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 from for flights from Birmingham to South Africa?

    For a flight from Birmingham to South Africa, you will be flying from Birmingham. Birmingham (BHX) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Airlines like Lufthansa, KLM, and Air France fly from Birmingham to South Africa in about 21h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6092 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The most popular route from Birmingham to South Africa is Birmingham - Johannesburg OR Tambo. You may also consider Birmingham - Cape Town Intl or Birmingham - Durban King Shaka Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to South Africa (average of £419). Flying from Birmingham to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £573). 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 Birmingham to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to South Africa. 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 25 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£388Average£630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£451Average£470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£478Average£806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£478Average£718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£487Average£733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest£494Average£721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£510Average£705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£572Average£687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapest£642Average£950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£656Average£794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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