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Cheap flights from Manchester to South Africa from £290

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 27/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — JNB
2 Aug — 9 Aug1
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 July 2026.

Tue 25/820:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/909:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/6£605
Tue 6/1020:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 21/1009:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/6£605
Tue 3/1108:25
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 26/1109:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/6£607
Fri 30/1010:45
MAN
-
JNB
2 stops20h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 15/1113:30
JNB
-
MAN
2 stops46h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/6£608
Thu 2/713:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/818:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6£609
Sat 4/717:30
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop26h 50m
KLM
Wed 15/723:15
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop21h 50m
KLM
Deal found 30/6£611
Tue 7/717:50
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/723:15
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£611
Mon 16/1119:55
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sun 29/1109:50
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/6£612
Thu 3/920:45
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 17/909:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/7£613
Wed 23/909:20
MAN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 28/909:45
JNB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/7£614
Tue 27/1018:30
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 19/1115:25
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/7£680
Fri 16/1006:15
MAN
-
CPT
3 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 24/1000:10
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£681

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 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£605

One-way from

£290

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£865
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 25/8-7/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 40m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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27/7
  • 27/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 50m total
  • Manchester to South Africa
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ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Sun 8/11

22:50-08:20

2 stops31h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

22:20-23:55

3 stops27h 35m

£709

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 1/9

05:55-05:50

1 stop22h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

23:15-22:00

1 stop23h 45m

£736

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 16/9

20:50-05:50

1 stop32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

07:40-08:25

1 stop25h 45m

£738

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Mon 28/9

20:45-16:20

2 stops42h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 4/11

07:00-06:10

2 stops25h 10m

£742
Fastest return journey

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 24/9

05:55-21:25

1 stop14h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

07:40-22:00

1 stop15h 20m

£749

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Fri 7/8

06:15-08:15

2 stops25h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/8

13:30-00:10

3 stops35h 40m

£753

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Tue 8/9

09:20-22:30

2 stops36h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 30/9

18:40-06:55

2 stops37h 15m

£755

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Wed 9/9

09:20-12:15

2 stops25h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 16/9

18:40-06:55

2 stops37h 15m

£757

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Sat 21/11

10:45-13:45

2 stops25h 00m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 5/12

11:15-15:50

2 stops30h 35m

£791

ManchesterDurban

MAN - DUR

MANDUR

Manchester

Wed 4/11

14:05-10:55

2 stops18h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 1/12

12:25-19:30

3 stops33h 05m

£791

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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 £584). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £970). 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 46 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 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
3,606 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

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
3,606 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,606 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

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
1,532 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,606 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

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
3,741 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,606 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

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
1,008 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,606 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

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
8,091 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,606 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

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 KLM, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air fly from Manchester to South Africa in about 16h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 25m. 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 (£288), Egyptair (£312), and Kenya Airways (£325).

  • 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 £584). Flying from Manchester to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £970). 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 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest£439Average£672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapest£442Average£530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£482Average£652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£490Average£621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£496Average£716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£519Average£726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£524Average£761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapest£526Average£729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest£541Average£880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£572Average£877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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