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Cheap flights from Manchester to South Africa from £289

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — JNB
28 Aug — 4 Sep1
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 July 2026.

Wed 7/1022:55
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 14/1013:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops45h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/7£600
Sat 29/821:10
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/909:45
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7£601
Thu 29/1022:30
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 12/1113:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops33h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/7£602
Sun 15/1110:45
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops20h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/1213:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops46h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/7£603
Thu 19/1113:30
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Egyptair
Mon 30/1121:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop16h 45m
Egyptair
Deal found 29/7£603
Sat 22/823:10
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/914:05
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops21h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7£604
Sat 29/817:50
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops26h 30m
Air France
Mon 7/918:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop16h 10m
Air France
Deal found 27/7£605
Sat 10/1021:55
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop32h 15m
Egyptair
Fri 16/1021:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop16h 45m
Egyptair
Deal found 28/7£606
Tue 1/1205:50
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop14h 10m
KLM
Fri 25/1223:59
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 01m
KLM
Deal found 26/7£607
Wed 19/818:30
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops17h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 19/914:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops18h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/7£608
Mon 16/1119:55
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 30/1109:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/7£609
Wed 30/922:55
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 4/1018:00
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop19h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/7£609

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 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£600

One-way from

£289

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£899
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 7/10-14/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 78h 50m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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15/9
  • 15/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Fri 20/11

22:30-09:40

2 stops33h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/12

13:30-15:50

2 stops28h 20m

£603

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Sun 6/12

10:55-12:10

2 stops23h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/1

19:20-16:35

2 stops23h 15m

£657

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Sat 15/8

18:30-13:25

2 stops17h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

22:50-08:15

2 stops34h 25m

£680

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 1/9

09:20-19:55

2 stops33h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

18:25-06:55

2 stops37h 30m

£687

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 24/9

18:30-14:10

2 stops18h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

13:50-08:30

2 stops19h 40m

£724

ManchesterPort Elizabeth

MAN - PLZ

MANPLZ

Manchester

Thu 10/9

13:45-18:25

2 stops27h 40m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 17/9

19:00-13:15

2 stops19h 15m

£724

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Wed 4/11

14:05-10:55

2 stops18h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 1/12

12:25-12:20

2 stops25h 55m

£730

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Sat 21/11

17:05-16:10

2 stops21h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 5/12

16:45-12:55

2 stops22h 10m

£733

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Sun 11/10

10:40-09:40

2 stops22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

00:20-15:50

1 stop17h 30m

£741
Fastest return journey

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 24/9

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

15:10-08:30

2 stops18h 20m

£744

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Manchester with our price prediction graph.
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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 £606). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £924). 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 37 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 July 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
3,640 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
3,640 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,640 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
1,551 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,640 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,640 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
1,009 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,640 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
8,127 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,640 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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 Turkish Airlines, KLM, and Ethiopian Air fly from Manchester to South Africa in about 17h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 15m. The distance from Manchester to South Africa is about 5785 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 (£291), Egyptair (£313), and Kenya Airways (£326).

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

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

  • 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 £606). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £924). 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 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest£436Average£642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapest£446Average£548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£484Average£646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£498Average£641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£500Average£710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£523Average£762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£525Average£748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£527Average£765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapest£531Average£896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapest£573Average£982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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