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Cheap flights from South Africa to Manchester from £286

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAN
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Manchester

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Manchester flight deals. Data was last updated 27 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£426

One-way from

£286

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£569
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 9/4-19/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 10m total
  • South Africa to Manchester
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 05m total
  • South Africa to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£46 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 March 2025.

Wed 9/419:00JNB - MAN
1 stop14h 25mLufthansa
Sat 19/406:50MAN - JNB
2 stops24h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 26/3£426
Sun 18/508:40CPT - MAN
1 stop24h 25mSWISS
Sat 31/508:50MAN - CPT
2 stops29h 25mSWISS
Deal found 26/3£463
Wed 14/509:50JNB - MAN
1 stop22h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 18/509:15MAN - JNB
1 stop22h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/3£476
Wed 16/719:00JNB - MAN
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 13/818:40MAN - JNB
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3£497
Fri 20/619:35JNB - MAN
1 stop13h 30mSWISS
Fri 27/618:40MAN - JNB
1 stop13h 40mSWISS
Deal found 26/3£535
Sun 18/513:50CPT - MAN
2 stops19h 25mEthiopian Air
Sat 31/518:30MAN - CPT
2 stops17h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3£558
Sun 21/1221:45JNB - MAN
1 stop16h 45mEgyptair
Tue 20/113:30MAN - JNB
1 stop15h 40mEgyptair
Deal found 26/3£565
Wed 19/1110:15CPT - MAN
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1116:00MAN - CPT
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3£567
Sat 24/523:15JNB - MAN
1 stop21h 50mKLM
Sat 31/513:45MAN - JNB
1 stop30h 35mKLM
Deal found 26/3£569
Thu 19/601:15JNB - MAN
2 stops34h 05mKenya Airways
Fri 27/611:10MAN - JNB
2 stops27h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/3£579
Wed 9/419:00JNB - MAN
2 stops27h 50mBrussels Airlines
Sat 19/406:05MAN - JNB
2 stops25h 30mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 26/3£583
Sat 24/514:30JNB - MAN
2 stops18h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 31/518:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3£590

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Manchester 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 27 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Manchester that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

Manchester

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/4

19:00-08:25

1 stop14h 25m

Manchester

Sat 19/4

06:50-08:35

2 stops24h 45m

£426

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/5

08:40-08:05

1 stop24h 25m

Manchester

Sat 31/5

08:50-15:15

2 stops29h 25m

£463

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

09:50-07:05

1 stop22h 15m

Manchester

Sun 18/5

09:15-08:20

1 stop22h 05m

£476

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/7

19:00-08:25

1 stop14h 25m

Manchester

Wed 13/8

18:40-09:20

1 stop13h 40m

£497

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/6

19:35-08:05

1 stop13h 30m

Manchester

Fri 27/6

18:40-09:20

1 stop13h 40m

£535

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/5

13:50-08:15

2 stops19h 25m

Manchester

Sat 31/5

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

£558

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/5

23:15-20:05

1 stop21h 50m

Manchester

Sat 31/5

13:45-21:20

1 stop30h 35m

£569

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/6

01:15-10:20

2 stops34h 05m

Manchester

Fri 27/6

11:10-15:50

2 stops27h 40m

£579

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/4

19:00-21:50

2 stops27h 50m

Manchester

Sat 19/4

06:05-08:35

2 stops25h 30m

£583

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/5

14:30-08:15

2 stops18h 45m

Manchester

Sat 31/5

18:30-13:05

2 stops17h 35m

£590

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Manchester

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Manchester (average of £117). Flying from South Africa to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £143). 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 ZA to MAN?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Manchester. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Manchester as you normally would.

Rainfall in Manchester by month

Plan your trip to Manchester by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Manchester ranges from 50.0 - 90.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Manchester when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Manchester by month

Plan your trip to Manchester by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Manchester, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Manchester

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manchester. 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 Manchester. Reviews last updated 27 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Manchester, such as Emirates, KLM and SWISS. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,180 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Related info for your journey

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

    Manchester (MAN), located 8.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Africa to Manchester.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Manchester are Qatar Airways (£286), Kenya Airways (£295), and Etihad Airways (£300).

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

    The most popular route from South Africa to Manchester is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Manchester. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Manchester or Port Elizabeth - Manchester.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Manchester (average of £117). Flying from South Africa to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £143). 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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SWISSCheapest£290Average£554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£355Average£596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£397Average£573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapest£408Average£564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£417Average£527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapest£501Average£590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£502Average£678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£528Average£638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£534Average£638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£552Average£675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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