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Cheap Flights from Manchester to South Africa

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Cape Town
Cape Town2 stopsR11 767
Durban
Durban2 stopsR13 287
Hoedspruit
Hoedspruit2 stopsR14 006
Cape Town
Cape Town2 stopsR11 767
Durban
Durban2 stopsR13 287
Hoedspruit
Hoedspruit2 stopsR14 006

Book Cheap Manchester to South Africa Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Manchester to South Africa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Manchester to South Africa

Tue, May 26 - Wed, Jun 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 13:05
MAN
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JNB
17h 35m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:30
JNB
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MAN
19h 00m2 stops
R10 780Ethiopian Air
Mon, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 13:05
MAN
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JNB
16h 35m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 7:30
JNB
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MAN
19h 00m2 stops
R10 948Ethiopian Air
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 30
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 13:05
MAN
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JNB
16h 35m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:30
JNB
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MAN
19h 00m2 stops
R11 048Ethiopian Air
Sun, Jun 7 - Fri, Jun 19
Egyptair Logo
14:30 - 7:10
MAN
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JNB
15h 40m1 stop
Egyptair Logo
21:45 - 13:30
JNB
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MAN
16h 45m1 stop
R11 215Egyptair
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11
KLM Logo
5:50 - 22:05
MAN
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JNB
14h 15m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:59 - 12:45
JNB
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MAN
14h 46m1 stop
R11 232KLM
Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28
KLM Logo
5:50 - 22:05
MAN
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JNB
14h 15m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:59 - 16:35
JNB
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MAN
18h 36m1 stop
R11 248KLM
Tue, Feb 17 - Mon, Mar 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:30 - 22:30
MAN
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DUR
31h 00m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 - 12:30
DUR
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MAN
30h 20m2 stops
R13 287Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 25 - Sat, Jan 31
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:30 - 19:50
MAN
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DUR
23h 20m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 - 8:20
DUR
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MAN
23h 05m3 stops
R13 622Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Sun, Feb 1
British Airways Logo
12:10 - 13:50
MAN
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HDS
23h 40m2 stops
British Airways Logo
14:30 - 8:50
HDS
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MAN
20h 20m2 stops
R19 304British Airways
Wed, Jan 28 - Sun, Feb 1
British Airways Logo
14:50 - 11:30
MAN
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HDS
18h 40m2 stops
British Airways Logo
14:30 - 8:00
HDS
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MAN
19h 30m2 stops
R19 371British Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Manchester to South Africa flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Manchester to South Africa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to South Africa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to South Africa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Manchester to South Africa is May, when tickets cost R12 151 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of return tickets is R20 057 and R19 121 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to South Africa?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Manchester to South Africa clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Manchester to South Africa, you should consider leaving on a Sunday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Manchester, you’ll find the best rates on Mondays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester to South Africa?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to South Africa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from Manchester to South Africa, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonMay
Cheapest flightR6 602
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (30% more expensive on average)
Flight from Manchester to Cape Town

FAQs - booking South Africa flights

  • Which airports will I use for flights from Manchester to South Africa?

    Manchester Airport is the main departing terminal for flights from Manchester to South Africa. O.R. Tambo International Airport is the arriving terminal for these flights from which you can fly or drive to other destinations.

  • Which are the primary service providers for flights from Manchester to South Africa?

    Swiss, Lufthansa, and Air France flights are the main service provider for this route. There are no direct flights from Manchester to South Africa. The fastest way from Manchester to South Africa involves a single layover at Mainland Europe and at O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg.

  • Which are the popular routes for flights from Manchester to South Africa?

    Depending on your final destination, you can consider several routes when flying to South Africa from Manchester. For instance, fly from Manchester to Cape Town International Airport if you wish to explore the larger bit of Cape Town from which you can fly or drive to other parts of South Africa.

  • Do I require a visa for flights from Manchester to South Africa?

    You can travel visa-free from Manchester to South Africa for a maximum of 90 days. Ensure you keep track of your stamp date to avoid overstaying.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Manchester to South Africa?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Manchester to South Africa.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Manchester to South Africa?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Manchester to South Africa is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Manchester to South Africa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Manchester to South Africa with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Manchester to South Africa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Manchester to South Africa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is generally in the afternoon, when retur flights cost R12 607 on average. Morning departures are around 1% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to South Africa is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R15 887.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to South Africa

  • Pass time as you await the departure of your flight at one of the Manchester Airport (MAN) on-site lSounges, including Escape Lounge and 1903 Lounge in Terminals 2 and 3. You will also get to order a drink or meal if hungry. Let your kids have pre-flight fun in the Terminal 2 Departure Lounge as you relax. Kids below three years old will use the soft play areas, while those between three and eight can use the adventure play area.
  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the primary airport serving most cities in South Africa. For instance, you can fly to Cape Town or hit the road to experience more attractions, including Bloukrans Bridge and Jeffreys Bay. Alternatively, on arrival, you can consider a connecting flight from Johannesburg to Nairobi, Harare or Maputo.
  • If you need to refresh after a long flight from Manchester, walk to some of the on-site lounges at O.R. Tambo International Airport, including Bidvest Premier Premium Lounge in Terminals A and B and shower, after which you can relax for about 3 hours.
  • Worry not if you wish to keep up either your workout schedule during your flight from Manchester to South Africa. Recharge your mood and spirit on arrival at the fitness centre or the on-site outdoor pool at Protea Hotel By Marriot in Terminal A of O.R. Tambo International Airport.
  • It is important to note that appropriate child restrainer systems are necessary for South Africa for all kids below three years or weighing less than 21 kgs. Kids above three years should have their seat belts on throughout the journey. You do not have to travel with your child seats as they are easily accessible at car rental agencies in South Africa. Some taxis have inbuilt child seats, but if not, the kids should be in the back seat and have the seat belt on.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Manchester to South Africa

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Manchester to South Africa? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,7
KLMOverall score based on 1434 reviews
7,7Boarding
7,6Comfort
8,3Crew
7,2Food
7,1Entertainment
Airline reviews

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

4,0 OkayShereen, Dec 2025
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I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

Flight was on time, staff are friendly and helpful onboard.

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

Delay and had to run between flight to get my connection due to this delay but besides that the overall experience was ok. I arrived with just an hour of delay.

First of all we couldn’t check in online, then we learn at the airport we were on stand by for KLM’s mistake of overbooking. The seats were not comfy at all. Our luggage got lost.

Ad experience - been flying many years with them but they are losing out to other carriers with their service and bagage / seating policy. My 2 12-yo kids were not placed with the parent. Absurdity.

Short flight so it was okay. Nice crew, all very pleasant and professional. We were near the back in row 27 so just as we got our drinks, we started our descent so had to drink very quickly!

The baggage drop-off in Stuttgart is bad: after online check-in you cannot use the automated baggage drop off as indicated on the website. You can use the terminals but have to cue to 1 of three open and slowly working counters to drop the bags. took about 45 minutes wait time.

Our first flight was delayed so we missed our connecting flight. However it was easy to book a later flight on their app.

The service was great. However the lounge only gets passing grade

I am a big person and have back pain and swelling in my legs, so this was a challenging flight due to confined space. I didn't find the crew very friendly either. I will think twice before flying long distances with Qatar again, due to the lack of legroom.

Plane was good Crew was good Food was just ok Could have had more entertainment options But overall good

All good. Over four hours flight if provided snacks like Qatar Airways would be better

The flight was operated by IndiGo and not Qatar, which is a budget airline from India. Nevertheless, the flight was uneventful.

Terrible experience resolving missed connection after flight was delayed. 3 hour queue at transit desk, not enough staff, no organisation, worst ever flying experience.

Awful plane to Tashkent. Not even possible to sleep. In business class does not even recline fully

I was unable to pre purchase sear upgrades or internet. Their online site is not user friendly and poor. I felt singled out in customs. Seats are very small even for a small person.

I was denied lounge facility at airport. Explanation was not satisfactory.

Delayed my flights and no communication. We end up spending 6 hrs in Doha. No food or any concern from the airline. Terrible

The rows of seats in economy class are seriously close to one another making eating and resting just about impossible - there is hardly any legroom. Anyone larger than average size would have an incredibly uncomfortable flight. I had to basically share my seat with the lady passenger next to me as she was too big to fit into her allotted seat.

The crew was not professional enough for that time. Multimedia connection had a problem frequently

Excellent food and service on my international flight. Most notable is the food provided by Turkish even for coach passengers is very good.

My flight was canceled 1 minute before boarding. The customer service was owful, no one could tell us what was going happened. I spent 30hrs instead of 15 from Washington DC to Brussels. No apologie or help

The staff at IST airport could have been more helpful. Too much wasted time and the plane from IST to KHI was just horrible. The plane was not clean and smelled bad!

Staff friendly. Business class but issue with flat bed. Incoming Turkish flight delayed. Made connection due to fast buggy but luggage did not make it. Confusion at Delhi airport

I really enjoyed the food, only bad part on one of my flights my screen was a bit buggy but it wasn't a big deal it was one of their older planes so I understand that happens

I loved and appreciated the agent at the check in counter in Amman. He was very professional and helpful. I believe his name was Lawrence. All I saw from him were smiles after smiles after smile. Very kind and professional. Overall trip was comfortable and pleasant.

Small seat space for 13 hours flight, they charged for baggage , very bad quality of food,

With a 4 hour delay its was a very basic flight which was just bearable. We were offered food vouchers for the delay and then they didnt work, so that was annoying. Also poor communication about the delay which got pushed out 3 times.

It was great except my luggage was C severely damaged over i picked it up off the carousel in London. . A suit case that had been used once does no longer have the use of the extendable arm as it’s broken

I had a memorable experience. I dont have any comments at this time regarding waht could be better.

It is nice and great but the houstees crew are all the way back arguing with customers and behavior issues same of the crew i saw that also all the trips were very much butter!

The crew was not helping us in the airports ..Very bad experience..the washrooms are not meeting the expectations..need more good service... The hotel service was good but there is a very long wait time which wasted time to go through..

Need to do a lot of improvement on service and cleaness

My recent experience with ASKY Airlines was disappointing. The check-in process was disorganized, and I was provided with inaccurate information regarding baggage requirements, resulting in unforeseen expenses. Additionally, the ground staff demonstrated a lack of professionalism and appeared insufficiently trained to handle passenger needs effectively. Regrettably, this initial encounter has left me reluctant to consider future travel with the airline.

The Boeing 737 MAX on this route, flown in the middle of the night, is an UTTER FAILURE for business travellers. The whole point of business travel is to arrive alert and recover from travel quickly, and this little aeroplane with its quarter recline uncomfortable business seats does nothing for that. It’s a small step up from economy in that you have decent legroom, but that’s it. Absolute margin at the cost of the traveller.

Delays delays making us miss or next connection to IAD hence having to stay additional 24 hrs in Addis Ababa

Traveling with Ethiopian is always a good experience. I also enjoy the stay at skylight hotel in Addis

The flight is packed and it feels like the space per individual has gotten smaller. Excruciating for a 14hr flight.

Were not told that carryon laggage has to be only 12 kgs but my bag was heavier asked to pay an additional $550.00. I could have upgraded to a bussiness class for that price and no one at the gate to upgrade but able to take money for the extra weight. I felt like this was a setup scam.

Very bad. Business class money is paid but service is worst than economy with empty middle seat. Very low grade food, very poor toilet. This should be highlighted as worst business class in the world. Government of Jordan should ban British airways for misleading information.

Great seat in premium economy, great food and drinks throughout lots of in flight entertainment. 1 hour 40 min delayed flying out , 2 1/2 hour wait at passport control in tampa

Even in business class, no 2 members of our family including kids were able to sit together. I booked the tickets months in advance. The all my luggage was left in London and arrived 2 days later. It took hours to report the missing luggage at the airport and 3-4 hours to recover one of the bags from the airport with mind bending amount of paperwork. Worst experience ever, I would seriously reconsider traveling by British Airways again.

Crew attentiveness and service as well as the quality of on board dining could be better. Seats and controls are very dated.

My seat cushion was poor. The cushion was compressed and was uncomfortable for such a long flight.

People were nice. Seats are so cramped my knees had to be pressed into the seat in front of me.

Overall, the food and entertainment were great. The staff were amazing, polite and professional. They did not have WiFi on board on this leg but that was okay. There was a delay in boarding from London and landing at Mumbai airport but the pilot communicate DC the reason for the delayed landing. They even sent us an apology afterwards for the delayed landing.

Big queues on arrival at airport despite having already checked in and only needed to drop bags off. Flight delayed which impacted on connecting flight.

I was in a bulkhead seat and my tray table wasn't level. Eating was difficult.

Nice lounge but had a 5 hour layover which is a lot

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