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Cheap flights from Manchester to South Africa from £356

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — JNB
28 Jun — 5 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 May 2026.

Thu 12/1113:40
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 21/1109:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/5£595
Wed 24/609:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 2/709:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/5£601
Sun 21/609:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/709:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/5£605
Tue 30/620:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 16/709:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/5£606
Mon 16/1123:15
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops32h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 27/1113:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops46h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/5£607
Thu 12/1114:00
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop19h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 26/1113:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/5£607
Mon 9/1119:55
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 23/1109:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/5£608
Wed 26/809:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/909:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/5£609
Sat 20/620:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Mon 27/709:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/5£610
Wed 27/520:10
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/618:35
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5£611
Thu 12/1108:25
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 24/1109:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/5£612
Mon 9/1118:30
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/1115:25
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/5£683

Find flight deals from Manchester to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Manchester to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 29 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£595

One-way from

£356

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£621
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 12/11-21/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 00m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 18/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 15m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 18/6

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/6

15:10-08:30

2 stops18h 20m

£712

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Wed 4/11

07:45-10:55

2 stops25h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 1/12

12:25-12:20

2 stops25h 55m

£721

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 17/9

21:45-17:30

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

19:30-13:10

1 stop18h 40m

£764
Fastest return journey

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 28/9

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

15:10-08:15

2 stops18h 05m

£768

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 23/9

21:45-17:30

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

19:30-13:10

1 stop18h 40m

£786

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Wed 1/7

08:05-10:35

2 stops25h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 15/7

12:05-13:10

2 stops26h 05m

£797

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 3/11

07:45-10:30

1 stop24h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/12

12:35-06:00

1 stop19h 25m

£803

ManchesterGeorge

MAN - GRJ

MANGRJ

Manchester

Thu 5/11

07:45-07:55

2 stops22h 10m

George

Thu 19/11

12:55-12:20

2 stops25h 25m

£805

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Wed 30/9

11:40-04:00

2 stops39h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

12:40-13:10

1 stop25h 30m

£806

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 25/9

14:55-10:15

1 stop18h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

19:30-13:10

1 stop18h 40m

£812

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to South Africa

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to South Africa (average of £575). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £920). 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 Manchester to South Africa delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between Manchester and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 67 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Manchester to South Africa is 33 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 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 29 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways from Manchester to South Africa 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
3,574 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,574 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,574 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
KLM
7.8
Good
1,526 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,574 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,574 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,003 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,574 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,008 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,574 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester 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 Manchester to South Africa?

    Located just 8.9 mi from the city center, Manchester (MAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Africa from Manchester.

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

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, and Emirates fly from Manchester to South Africa in about 17h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 23h 30m. The distance from Manchester to South Africa is about 6158 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Manchester to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Manchester to South Africa are Etihad Airways (£286), Egyptair (£310), and Kenya Airways (£323).

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

    The most popular flight routes from Manchester to South Africa are Manchester - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Manchester - Sun City Resort Pilansberg and Manchester - Cape Town Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to South Africa (average of £575). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £920). 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 Manchester to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Manchester 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 29 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapest£435Average£520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£438Average£662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£487Average£610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£487Average£648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£496Average£699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£516Average£719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£521Average£754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapest£522Average£715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest£526Average£860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£549Average£874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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