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Cheapest return flight
R12 042
Typical prices: R12 798-R15 690
Multiple Airlines
Thu 25/10Thu 1/11
JNB - BHX • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 631
Typical prices: R6 451-R9 239
Qatar Airways
Thu 27/12
JNB - BHX • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Birmingham. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R13 131 (return)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 13h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Birmingham (JNB-BHX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Birmingham

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 6:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
18h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
14:10 - 8:40BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 967Qatar Airways
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 10:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
35h 40m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:50 - 22:25BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R13 048Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:25 - 22:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
35h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Dublin
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 16:35BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 45m2 stops Dublin Dubai Intl
R13 113Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 11:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
22h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:30 - 4:00BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 30m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
R13 145Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Thu, Mar 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 15:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
23h 00m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:50 - 22:25BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R13 389Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 18
Emirates Logo
10:05 - 19:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
34h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
21:45 - 16:15BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 551Emirates
Sat, Mar 6 - Fri, Mar 12
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 12:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
14:10 - 8:40BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 583Qatar Airways
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
Lufthansa Logo
19:45 - 10:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
16h 25m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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17:45 - 9:55BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R13 746Lufthansa
Sat, Mar 6 - Fri, Mar 12
Lufthansa Logo
11:40 - 7:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
22h 05m2 stops Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl Frankfurt am Main
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8:25 - 9:40BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R14 151Lufthansa
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
Emirates Logo
13:25 - 11:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
24h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 20:35BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
R15 206Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham and is 3% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 1% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham at R11 506 return.
  • August (R16 732) and June (R14 508) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R5 631
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Birmingham

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Birmingham based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Birmingham (BHX).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham?

    On the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 5%. Saturday is the cheapest day at R13 486 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R14 070 – a R584 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 8% above the route average of R13 851. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham takes 0h 00m, covering 14 814 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 967 to R67 614. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R7 029, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham?

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 47m, compared to 14h 59m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 15h 38m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Birmingham?

    Birmingham is 1 hour behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (British Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Birmingham Airport (BHX)?

    Birmingham Airport (BHX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R145 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • DRIVALIA
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Wheego
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham range from R12 798 to R15 690, with an average of R13 851 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 798 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average R13 486 – about R584 less than Sunday (4% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham trip for February. Fares historically average R11 506 return in that month – typically R5 226 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Birmingham Airport.
    - Crowne Plaza Birmingham NEC
    - ibis Birmingham International Airport - NEC
    - Hilton Birmingham Metropole

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