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Cheap flights from Manchester to South Africa from £376

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 15/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — JNB
3 Jul — 10 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 3 June 2026.

Mon 9/1122:30
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 30/1113:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/6£607
Wed 26/809:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/909:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/5£608
Thu 5/1113:40
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/1109:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/5£611
Tue 11/820:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/909:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/5£612
Fri 25/909:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 10/1009:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/5£613
Wed 16/909:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 1/1009:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/5£613
Wed 4/1110:45
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops20h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 26/1113:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops46h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/5£614
Mon 12/1013:10
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops43h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 29/1113:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/5£615
Thu 11/618:30
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 29/614:30
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop19h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/6£616
Wed 3/615:30
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 10/612:40
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6£616
Thu 18/618:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 9/713:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops19h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/5£673
Thu 18/618:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 2/713:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops19h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/5£677

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 3 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£607

One-way from

£376

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£634
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 9/11-30/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 30m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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15/8
  • 15/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 50m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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Cheapest return flight

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Tue 3/11

10:45-11:00

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

13:30-15:50

2 stops28h 20m

£685

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Fri 18/9

14:55-15:20

1 stop23h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

14:45-06:20

1 stop16h 35m

£709
Fastest return journey

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 18/6

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/7

15:10-08:30

2 stops18h 20m

£712

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Mon 15/6

09:25-09:00

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

12:40-06:20

1 stop18h 40m

£746

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Thu 17/9

08:05-10:35

2 stops25h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 4/11

12:25-06:00

2 stops19h 35m

£766

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 18/6

14:55-17:30

1 stop25h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/7

13:15-13:10

1 stop24h 55m

£785

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 23/9

14:55-17:30

1 stop25h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

13:15-06:20

1 stop18h 05m

£786

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 29/10

21:30-17:25

1 stop17h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

19:00-12:20

1 stop19h 20m

£792

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 18/6

14:55-10:15

1 stop18h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

19:30-13:10

1 stop18h 40m

£796

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 16/6

05:55-21:25

1 stop14h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/6

23:15-08:25

1 stop34h 10m

£806

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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 £918). 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 3 June 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
3,581 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

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
3,581 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,581 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

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
1,524 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,581 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

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
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,581 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

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
1,006 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,581 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

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
8,020 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,581 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

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, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air 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 5h 55m. 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 (£285), Egyptair (£309), and Kenya Airways (£322).

  • 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 - Cape Town Intl 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 £575). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £918). 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 3 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapest£433Average£520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£437Average£662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£477Average£645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£485Average£608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£490Average£701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£514Average£717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£519Average£752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapest£524Average£857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£524Average£714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£547Average£872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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