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Cheapest return flight
R11 583
Typical prices: R13 143-R16 113
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/11Fri 23/11
JNB - BHX • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 600
Typical prices: R6 626-R9 489
Qatar Airways
Sat 13/10
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 486 (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

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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14:30 - 12:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
23h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
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7:15 - 20:10BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 55m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
R11 050Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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13:45 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
28h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin
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6:05 - 8:40BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 35m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
R11 583Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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19:55 - 10:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
16h 25m1 stop 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 067Lufthansa
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Nov 2
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20:55 - 13:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
17h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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14:10 - 15:35BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 200Qatar Airways
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 21
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0:20 - 15:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
17h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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16:50 - 22:25BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R13 300Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Nov 2
Qatar Airways Logo
20:55 - 13:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
17h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
14:10 - 15:35BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 350Qatar Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
Lufthansa Logo
19:55 - 10:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
16h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
11:05 - 9:40BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
R13 533Lufthansa
Mon, Mar 15 - Thu, Mar 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 15:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
23h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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16:50 - 22:25BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R13 717Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Nov 2
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10:05 - 12:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
27h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:40 - 5:35BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 933Emirates
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
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22:20 - 12:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BHX Birmingham
39h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
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21:45 - 16:15BHX  Birmingham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 734Emirates
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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 with more confidence.

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

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

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 817 return.
•August (R17 184) and June (R14 900) 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 flights 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 600
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 11% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham.

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

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham takes 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.

  • 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 R13 143 to R16 113, with an average of R14 225 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 143 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the R14 225 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 406, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 R149 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • DRIVALIA
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Wheego
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • 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 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

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 5% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at R13 850 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R14 450, a difference of R600.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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.

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 and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average R13 850, about R600 less than Sunday fares (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 817 return in that month – typically R5 367 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.

    • Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Airport NEC by IHG
    • Hilton Birmingham Metropole
    • ibis Birmingham International Airport - NEC

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