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Four cabin classes are available on flights from Manchester to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A direct flight from Manchester to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 5,785 miles.

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.

Return flights from Manchester to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from £595 to £863, with an average of £694 over the past 12 months. Anything below £595 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 1% above the £694 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £583 to £5,819. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Manchester to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £483.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £22 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• Woodford
• Europcar
• Sixt
• Budget

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

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

• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 22% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 11% of one-stop connections
• Cairo (CAI) – 10% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Manchester to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £667 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £735, a difference of £68.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 04m, compared to 14h 58m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 15h 35m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 2 hours ahead of Manchester (South Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Sandton Convention Centre and Nelson Mandela Square. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Visitors on flights from Manchester to Johannesburg can use the Rea Vaya public bus as a safe, cheap option. Metred taxis can be found outside the terminals and the trip to the city takes about 30min depending on traffic conditions. There are also plenty of car hire options if you'd prefer to drive yourself.

There is a Travelex office in the International Terminal, while Bidvest Foreign Exchange, American Express and ABSA Bank all have foreign exchange kiosks in the Central Terminal Building at Johannesburg Airport for you to sell sterling and purchase some Rand in case you need to take a taxi or the bus to your final destination.

For passengers who need to make last minute adjustments to their itineraries, there are a couple of travel agencies to help you set your mind at rest. Gateway Travel Services and Airport Travel Hub both have knowledgeable staff on hand to help you make the most of your time in the city.

Out of Africa and Indaba Origins are two stores in the Duty Free Mall at the International Terminal of Johannesburg Airport where you can purchase authentic South African arts and antiques that will make excellent souvenirs or gifts, while Kwazinto Arts & Crafts is a store located in the Central Terminal Building.

British Airways allows passengers travelling in Economy Class to bring one carry-on bag weighing between 8 kg and 10 kg, and one checked bag weighing up to 23 kg. There are a few discount tickets that only account for carry-on luggage. If you need extra luggage, add it during the booking process to avoid in-person costs.

Emirates offers various amenities on long-haul flights from Manchester to OR Tambo. Passengers can expect comfortable blankets, pillows and amenity kits containing skincare products on these flights. Additionally, Emirates provides special meal options for dietary requirements, including vegetarian vegan, and gluten-free meals, ensuring a pleasant and tailored journey.

A few of the common stopovers on these routes include Doha International Airport (DOH) through flights with Qatar Airways and Frankfurt Airport (FRA) if you're flying with Lufthansa. A few other popular stopovers include Dubai Airport (DXB), Istanbul (IST), Amsterdam (AMS) and Addis Ababa (ADD).

Several airlines offer flights with fewer Co2 emissions, making them more eco-friendly flights. Kenya Airways offers one of the best options, with stopovers in Amsterdam and Nairobi along the way and a 60% reduction in emissions. KLM has flights with 59% fewer emissions that stop at Amsterdam Airport en route.