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Cheap flights from Birmingham to South Africa from £313

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 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — JNB
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
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 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£469

One-way from

£313

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£635
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 28/1-10/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 10m total
  • Birmingham to South Africa
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20/3
  • 20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • Birmingham to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£62 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 7 November 2025.

Mon 1/1209:00BHX - JNB
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1210:10JNB - BHX
1 stop32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£475
Mon 1/1213:20BHX - JNB
1 stop18h 10mLufthansa
Thu 4/1210:10JNB - BHX
2 stops28h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 5/11£480
Wed 19/1113:45BHX - JNB
1 stop17h 45mLufthansa
Thu 4/1210:10JNB - BHX
2 stops28h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 5/11£514
Wed 19/1109:00BHX - JNB
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1210:10JNB - BHX
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11£516
Thu 27/1118:50BHX - JNB
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1210:10JNB - BHX
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£518
Fri 28/1117:45BHX - JNB
1 stop35h 20mLufthansa
Thu 11/1210:10JNB - BHX
1 stop32h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 5/11£529
Fri 28/1117:45BHX - JNB
1 stop35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1220:15JNB - BHX
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£537
Thu 27/1118:50BHX - JNB
1 stop13h 40mSWISS
Wed 10/1220:15JNB - BHX
1 stop23h 45mSWISS
Deal found 5/11£541
Sun 30/1106:15BHX - CPT
1 stop13h 40mKLM
Sat 6/1207:55CPT - BHX
2 stops27h 55mKLM
Deal found 6/11£621
Wed 19/1118:40BHX - CPT
1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1223:45CPT - BHX
1 stop34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£623
Tue 25/1106:15BHX - CPT
2 stops25h 30mKLM
Tue 9/1208:00CPT - BHX
1 stop14h 05mKLM
Deal found 6/11£626
Mon 24/1117:45BHX - CPT
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Fri 5/1209:30CPT - BHX
2 stops29h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 5/11£627

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BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 29/1

13:25-09:30

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

10:10-17:00

1 stop32h 50m

£496

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Wed 19/11

09:05-09:30

1 stop22h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/12

10:10-17:00

1 stop32h 50m

£524

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 29/1

13:25-09:30

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

20:15-08:10

1 stop13h 55m

£529

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Wed 28/1

13:45-09:30

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

19:45-08:05

1 stop14h 20m

£552

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Thu 29/1

13:25-09:30

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

19:45-08:05

1 stop14h 20m

£568

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Mon 1/12

17:40-22:05

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

23:59-12:50

1 stop14h 51m

£571

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Tue 27/1

09:00-10:30

1 stop23h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:45-10:00

2 stops16h 15m

£571

BirminghamJohannesburg

BHX - JNB

BHXJNB

Birmingham

Wed 31/12

06:15-22:05

1 stop13h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

23:59-21:20

1 stop23h 21m

£574

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Tue 25/11

06:15-09:45

2 stops25h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/12

08:00-20:05

1 stop14h 05m

£626

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Wed 19/11

06:15-09:45

2 stops25h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/12

18:25-16:50

2 stops24h 25m

£635

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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 £426). Flying from Birmingham to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £575). 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 7 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 7 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
3,402 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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
3,402 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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
1,405 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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
1,779 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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
4,032 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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
7,558 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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 Turkish Airlines fly from Birmingham to South Africa in about 18h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5720 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 £426). Flying from Birmingham to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £575). 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 7 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£388Average£630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£451Average£471FlexibilityNo 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£511Average£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£657Average£795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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