Cheap flights from Manchester to Johannesburg from £337
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 21/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — JNB
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manchester to Johannesburg are usually found in May or February, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Johannesburg
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.
Tue 18/1113:40MAN - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Tue 25/1109:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/9£509
Thu 25/909:15MAN - JNB
1 stop22h 05mEtihad Airways
Thu 6/1109:50JNB - MAN
1 stop22h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/9£515
Mon 22/920:40MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 40mEtihad Airways
Thu 2/1009:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/9£524
Tue 16/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Tue 23/922:50JNB - MAN
2 stops34h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9£526
Mon 22/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/1008:20JNB - MAN
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£529
Wed 12/1119:55MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 25mEtihad Airways
Sat 29/1109:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/9£529
Wed 12/1118:30MAN - JNB
2 stops16h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/1214:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£532
Tue 9/1208:25MAN - JNB
1 stop21h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 16/1209:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/9£538
Sat 27/920:40MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 40mEtihad Airways
Tue 14/1009:50JNB - MAN
1 stop22h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/9£539
Sun 7/1213:40MAN - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Mon 29/1209:50JNB - MAN
1 stop28h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/9£541
Tue 16/913:45MAN - JNB
1 stop30h 35mKLM
Tue 23/923:15JNB - MAN
1 stop14h 55mKLM
Deal found 10/9£545
Thu 11/1215:35MAN - HLA
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/212:05HLA - MAN
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£1,140
Best flights from Manchester to Johannesburg
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Manchester to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
Wed 12/1108:25MAN - JNB
1 stop21h 55mEtihad Airways
Mon 1/1209:50JNB - MAN
1 stop22h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/9£526
Wed 19/1111:15MAN - JNB
1 stop17h 50mLufthansa
Thu 4/1210:10JNB - MAN
1 stop15h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 10/9£552
Mon 22/917:30MAN - JNB
1 stop26h 50mKLM
Sun 5/1023:30JNB - MAN
1 stop23h 15mKLM
Deal found 10/9£566
Wed 12/1118:30MAN - JNB
2 stops16h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 30/1114:30JNB - MAN
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£632
Fri 10/1019:55MAN - JNB
3 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1009:50JNB - MAN
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£683
Thu 9/1021:40MAN - JNB
2 stops20h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 22/1020:25JNB - MAN
1 stop36h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/9£711
Mon 22/909:15MAN - JNB
1 stop22h 15mEtihad Airways
Thu 2/1009:50JNB - MAN
1 stop22h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/9£551
Sat 10/105:50MAN - JNB
1 stop14h 15mKLM
Mon 2/223:59JNB - MAN
1 stop14h 46mKLM
Deal found 10/9£681
Thu 9/1014:30MAN - JNB
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1009:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£684
Thu 8/115:35MAN - HLA
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/112:05HLA - MAN
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£1,087
Sun 8/317:45MAN - HLA
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/312:05HLA - MAN
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£1,096
Tue 17/213:00MAN - HLA
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/315:40HLA - MAN
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£1,105
Last-minute flights from Manchester to Johannesburg
Discover last-minute flight deals from Manchester to Johannesburg. Data last updated 12 September 2025 and is based on user searches.
Mon 15/905:55MAN - JNB
1 stop14h 25mKLM
Mon 22/923:15JNB - MAN
1 stop23h 30mKLM
Deal found 11/9£567
Tue 16/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Tue 23/922:50JNB - MAN
2 stops34h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9£526
Tue 16/913:45MAN - JNB
1 stop30h 35mKLM
Tue 23/923:15JNB - MAN
1 stop14h 55mKLM
Deal found 10/9£545
Mon 22/920:40MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 40mEtihad Airways
Thu 2/1009:50JNB - MAN
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/9£524
Mon 22/918:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/1008:20JNB - MAN
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£529
Mon 22/917:30MAN - JNB
1 stop26h 50mKLM
Sun 5/1023:30JNB - MAN
1 stop23h 15mKLM
Deal found 10/9£566
Thu 25/909:15MAN - JNB
1 stop22h 05mEtihad Airways
Thu 6/1109:50JNB - MAN
1 stop22h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/9£515
Thu 25/911:25MAN - HLA
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1115:40HLA - MAN
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£1,402
Sat 27/920:40MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 40mEtihad Airways
Tue 14/1009:50JNB - MAN
1 stop22h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/9£539
Wed 1/1018:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 15/1014:30JNB - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9£554
Thu 16/1011:25MAN - HLA
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1115:40HLA - MAN
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9£1,315
Thu 23/1006:05MAN - HLA
2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1115:40HLA - MAN
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9£1,360
One-way flights from Manchester to Johannesburg
Search for one-way flight options from Manchester to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
Sun 21/920:40MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/9£337
Mon 22/920:40MAN - JNB
1 stop34h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/9£337
Sun 21/913:55MAN - JNB
3 stops41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£340
Tue 23/913:55MAN - JNB
3 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£346
Thu 25/913:55MAN - JNB
3 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£346
Wed 24/907:55MAN - JNB
3 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£348
Fri 14/1108:25MAN - JNB
1 stop21h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/9£349
Sat 27/916:35MAN - JNB
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£352
Thu 23/1020:30MAN - JNB
2 stops57h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£364
Mon 22/922:05MAN - JNB
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£365
Mon 6/1009:15MAN - JNB
1 stop22h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/9£375
Sat 11/1016:00MAN - HLA
3 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£453
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to Johannesburg that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to Johannesburg that are best for you.
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Manchester
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Wed 12/11
08:25-08:20
1 stop21h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 1/12
09:50-06:10
1 stop22h 20m
£526
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Mon 22/9
09:15-08:30
1 stop22h 15m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 2/10
09:50-07:05
1 stop22h 15m
£551
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Wed 19/11
11:15-07:05
1 stop17h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 4/12
10:10-23:20
1 stop15h 10m
£552
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Mon 22/9
17:30-21:20
1 stop26h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 5/10
23:30-21:45
1 stop23h 15m
£566
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Wed 12/11
18:30-13:05
2 stops16h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 30/11
14:30-08:30
2 stops20h 00m
£632
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Sat 10/1
05:50-22:05
1 stop14h 15m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 2/2
23:59-12:45
1 stop14h 46m
£681
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Fri 10/10
19:55-23:15
3 stops26h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 12/10
09:50-20:25
2 stops35h 35m
£683
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Thu 9/10
14:30-07:10
1 stop15h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 22/10
09:50-18:55
1 stop34h 05m
£684
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - JNB
MANJNB
Manchester
Thu 9/10
21:40-18:40
2 stops20h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 22/10
20:25-08:00
1 stop36h 35m
£711
ManchesterJohannesburg
MAN - HLA
MANHLA
Manchester
Thu 8/1
15:35-16:20
2 stops22h 45m
Johannesburg Lanseria
Wed 21/1
12:05-12:20
2 stops26h 15m
£1,087
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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to Johannesburg
How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.
The best time to book flights from Manchester to Johannesburg is 73 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg (average of £703). Flying from Manchester to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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 MAN to JNB?
Find hourly flight availability from Manchester to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Manchester to Johannesburg at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Manchester to Johannesburg?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Manchester to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Manchester to Johannesburg?
Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 12 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, andQatar Airways from Manchester to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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 Manchester to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
What airports serve Manchester to Johannesburg flights?
Manchester Airport is the airport to look for when flying to Johannesburg from Manchester. As one of the busiest airports in the UK, travellers journeying to Johannesburg are able to find a variety of flights and airlines to best meet their needs. The airport has three passenger terminals and many of the airlines operating flights to Johannesburg will be flying out of Terminal 1. If you are journeying from Manchester City Centre to the airport by public transport, trains operated by TransPennine Express and Northern Rail run every few minutes between Terminal 1 and Manchester Piccadilly and take approximately 20min. You can purchase tickets online or at Manchester Piccadilly Station on the day of your departure. Alternatively, if you are outside the city centre or prefer a private journey, taxis usually take between 20-40min from the city centre depending on the time of day.
Which airlines fly directly from Manchester to Johannesburg?
Unfortunately, there are no direct flights journeying to Johannesburg from Manchester. However, many airlines such as Emirates Airlines and KLM operate flights with a single stopover. You should expect an average journey time of anywhere between 15-18h depending on the airline you fly with and length of your stopover. To ensure you find the flights that best suit you, book through Cheapflights and let us help with your search.
What are the stopover options between Manchester to Johannesburg?
There are a variety of stopover options for travellers flying to Johannesburg from Manchester. For anyone journeying with Emirates Airlines, expect to stop somewhere such as Dubai International Airport. Amsterdam is a popular stopover for airline operators KLM. For anyone looking to stop over in Paris, Air France is the airline operator to look for given their stopovers at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. For travellers looking for as short a journey as possible, flights with stopovers in Europe are a good recommendation as they tend to have shorter flight times. Make sure to book through Cheapflights to get a variety of options that suit your needs and desires.
Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Manchester to Johannesburg?
You do need a passport but not a visa if you are travelling as a tourist for less than 90 days. However, your passport must be valid up to at least 30 days after your designated return and the UK government advises that some immigration officials ask for a validity of at least six months after your departure date. You may also be asked to show a return ticket. If you are travelling for reasons other than tourism, check with the South African Department of Home Affairs to see what requirements are needed for your specific visa.
What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to Johannesburg?
For a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg, you will be flying from Manchester. Manchester (MAN) is just 8.9 mi from the center of the city. Manchester is the only Manchester airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. 13 airlines have flights to Johannesburg from Manchester on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Manchester to Johannesburg?
For as low as £552, Etihad Airways can have you in Johannesburg from Manchester in 17h 50m. The distance between Manchester and Johannesburg is about 5785 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to Johannesburg round-trip?
According to our current data, Egyptair (£408), Ethiopian Air (£425), and Air France (£451) offers the cheapest pricing from Manchester to Johannesburg. Users have found that Egyptair is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Manchester to Johannesburg?
Flights departing from Manchester and landing in Johannesburg stopover in Addis Ababa most frequently. Amsterdam sees the next most stopovers on Manchester to Johannesburg flights. Doha comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Manchester to Johannesburg flights.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Amsterdam?
De Dam, Melkweg, and Ziggo Dome are currently the most popular points of interest in Amsterdam at the moment. De Dam, Melkweg and Ziggo Dome are located about 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 7.2 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in Amsterdam can hire one for about £41 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Manchester to Johannesburg flights?
The least popular stopover on flights from Manchester to Johannesburg is Marseille. Marseille is followed by Zurich in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Manchester to Johannesburg. Zurich is followed by Frankfurt am Main in terms of the least popular stopover location for Manchester to Johannesburg flights.
Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Manchester to Johannesburg?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manchester to Johannesburg.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to Johannesburg?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg (average of £703). Flying from Manchester to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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.
Browse through other flights departing from Manchester. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 12 September 2025.
Top 10 airlines flying from Manchester to Johannesburg
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Manchester to Johannesburg. 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 12 September 2025.
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Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Johannesburg from Manchester today and book when prices fit your budget.
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