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Cheap Flights from Manchester to South Africa

Cheapest return flight prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Cape Town
Cape Town2 stops£674
Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth2 stops£769
George
George2 stops£917
Hoedspruit
Hoedspruit2 stops£737
East London
East London2 stops£745
Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein2 stops£718
Skukuza
Skukuza2 stops£1,031
Kimberley
Kimberley2 stops£956
Cape Town
Cape Town2 stops£674
Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth2 stops£769
George
George2 stops£917
Hoedspruit
Hoedspruit2 stops£737
East London
East London2 stops£745
Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein2 stops£718
Skukuza
Skukuza2 stops£1,031
Kimberley
Kimberley2 stops£956
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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?

The cheapest month for flights from Manchester to South Africa is February, when tickets cost £625 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of return tickets is £914 and £894 respectively.

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

To get a below-average price on a flight from Manchester to South Africa, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 3% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Manchester to South Africa

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

£321
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (23% 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.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Manchester 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.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3689 reviews
8.4Crew
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
8.2Boarding
8.1Comfort
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Our outward flight from Stansted was delayed by 90 minutes meaning we missed our connecting flight in Dubai. Emirates put us up in a hotel for the night and on the next flight to Mauritius. All was not lost.

6.0 GoodRoy, Oct 2026
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Our outward flight from Stansted was delayed by 90 minutes meaning we missed our connecting flight in Dubai. Emirates put us up in a hotel for the night and on the next flight to Mauritius. All was not lost.

We travel to Dubai to see my son so I take my 9 year old grandson to see his dad . Love flying with emirates

The staff were fantastic and the food was tasty. My check in experience was good too.

The quality of food is going down comparing with old history of excellent food. It was cold and a bad quality. The crew is always excellent and caring.

The journey was nice, all the crews were very good and services are excellent

Great flight - Clubhouse met our needs, and the staff provided good service. Boarding felt a little chaotic, but given the size of the aircraft, it's always going to be challenging. Whilst the crew were friendly, the number of passengers meant that we received our breakfast items, but had finished breakfast before we were served a drink. Lunch was much better organised, and throughout the flight, the crew were attentive. Found the seats and ICE to be excellent. Disembarkation was fine, and everything possible to expedite the process was being done.

We loved flying with Emirates in business class, the staff were fabulous, going above & beyond

The seating is spaced out nicely, The crew could have offer more drinks.

The food was pretty good and the crew were excellent. It would have been excellent all round but for screaming children. Six hours at least of a 10 hr flight. Mostly 1 child clearly on the spectrum and probably ADHD but I really felt for the parents and grandparents who were obviously struggling and doing the best they could under the circumstances. No reflection on the airline of course and we all need to be more tolerant with these challenges . Slept for 15 hrs when I got home.

Absolutely terrible delays for 3 hours changed seats after we paid an upgrade on both legs. It appears it’s up to us to request a refund after they down graded our seat. Never again !!

The flight was 45 mins late leaving, we sat without a/c for some of this, 2nd Meal was a slice of pizza. Movies were good.

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 flight was great, the only reason for middle scores on entertainment and food is that it was a short flight so not included (but snacks were served including alcoholic beverages free of charge). I would definitely recommend KLM.

Was trying to change a flight but told that Canadian and local klm systems do not interact so they could not access my booking. Overall I like klm a lot but if it was important to change flights I would be very frustrated.

KLM is my favourite airline. Never ever let us down.Staff are first class.

Pretty bad. Food was awful. drinks were scarce, as if drinking an extra drink would ruin the airline. attendants were not very helpful. likely Dutch "directedness" (I cannot be bothered). Crammed flight. Entertainment in very minimal dosage. Almost all old movies and series with 1-3 episodes only. Very limited number of options available. Jesus!! it seems you need to bring your own entertainment these days even of flights that are 13 hrs long!! I would and I will avoid in the future!

I travel frequently. The flight was late again... KLM should really try and be on time

The flight itself it was great nice food the crew were very nice and helpful, Checking in from Birmingham wasn't great long queues for bag dropped, And I had my hand luggage case taken away from me even though I requested to have it with me as I had breakables items. I was told I can not because of the length of the flight with no explanation at all no options was given for me to take my fragile items out of my case it was taken away with hold buggage I find the staff member who was checking me in very unpleasant !! Can we please be advise if the rules have changed about the the carry on hand luggage it will be easier to be advise on booking your tickect if we not allowed to take the hand luggage with me. Overall I had a good flight .

I requested wheel chair assistance , it was confirmed via email that inwoood get it but I didn’t get it . The last leg of my trip to Nigeria was the worst.

Boarding in NCL is really bad. I'm sure part of that is a directive from the airport that KLM can't change but part of that is due to KLM policy. NCL doesn't announce the gate of departure until 30 minutes before departure. However, when you arrive at the gate area, the gate agents file everyone into one long line and everyone boards from one line at one time. This line can stretch for 200m...easily. There is a separate line for groups 1 and 2 but you don't know it until you get to the gate area and agents don't announce/advertise it. Everyone else is grouped into one line. Are you in group 3? Doesn't matter...you board with group 5. Traveling with a child? Tough luck...you're stuck at the end of the line and board last. The last part is very annoying because none of the gates at NCL (with the exception of 1 used by Emirates) has a jetway. To board, you must leave the gate area, walk downstairs, walk onto the tarmac and walk up stairs to board the plane. Highly challenging if you're traveling with small children. That boarding process begs for a concession to allow people with children to board first because they will need extra time. But there is no such policy. Just a really horrible boarding experience all around.

Food could of been a bit more premium, but everything was excellent. LOVED the innovative boarding drinks and terrific service!

Staff could have been friendlier and offered drinks more often

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

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.

Very good overall.... apart from the cost of extra check ed in luggage where they charge £17 per kg, and no option to just buy an extra bag allowance (at least on the route I took)

Make sure to request a vegetarian meal in advance. They printed out menus for all passengers with the options but by the time they were halfway through (for breakfast and dinner), the vegetarian options were already all taken.

Very old plane on the Istanbul to Bangkok flight, had an emergency exit isle row, no where to put anything, on a plus point loads of leg room. Food was the best I have had in 39 years of flying.

Very good except the boarding process too forever and wasn’t organized by group. I had a heavy pack or I wouldn’t have minded. I was in business. There were no audible announcements in the waiting area about boarding and everyone packed into the boarding area. Then boarding stopped for a long time but the staff made no announcements to update waiting passengers about the holdup. The flight was good after we got on.

A good airline, but at checking in, they allocated seats for my wife, and I far away from each other, and to change them, they wanted a payment, such a bad policy, it leaves a bitter taste in the mouth All was good on the plane, good food, but the air hostess was abrupt and a bit rough dealing with the passengers, but one has to find excuses for staff working under pressure

I found it okay. Did not think the food was that great. And the service could have been better. Seat was a little cramped. Delay getting to Istanbul made me rush all the way across the airport to get to the connection. This was a not good experience.

Very lovely aircraft and crew. Seats were comfortable and the food was great and served swiftly. Delayed flight due to a passenger coming off the flight but overall a great experience

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.

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

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.

Food was good, attendants were friendly. Seats were not comfortable. Did not receive any amenities such as eyemask or earplugs that would have helped sleep. Additionally a large group of passengers boarded very late into boarding and were a disruption for almost the whole flight. Flight attendants did their best but the kids were making so much noise, kicking seats, and half the time no adult was sat with them so they weren’t being managed.

I staff or crew they were very friendly and humbly, they done theirs service very well, I appreciate them and thank you to the company or Qatar 🇶🇦 Government for providing as good service in their flight ,once again, thank you 😊 🙏 😀 😉 👍

Crews are very rude and unhelpful. Cramped seats in economy. Foods are useless

Lovely aircraft and I flight entertainment. Good leg room. Full flight crew struggled a bit

Food not good as good as last time flew with them

Seats very uncomfortable, impossible to sleep. Food average, bakery items not fresh. Pockets in seats not large enough to hold a book and a few other items. Cabin temperature too cold, even with blanket. Good selection of movies. Other than that 12 hours of torture!

It was a great experience for my first time flying with this airline. I will be flying with them a lot more now. Plane crew was amazing.

Planes are good. However the entertainement system is slow. The headphones are of low quality and I could hardly hear a movie The movies lack subtitiles

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.

Forgotten Suite inside of the top compartment but went back to ask and they didn’t leave at the lost and found place. Also the checking in was so horrible. I had multi city and one of the passenger saint have visa go go go Dubai. The Ethiopian airlines never had information about requirement for US permanent resident so couldn’t go to Dubai. And when coming back to US we were told we can not use our Addis to Washington ticket and they forced us to get new ticket. Very horrible experience.

No Asian Vegetarian food was available on this sector but only fish and chicken and pasta were offered.

The use of a domestic carrier without entertainment was disappointing and a let down

There where no ear phones provided and the food needs to improve.

The food needs to improve especially the fish as there where only 3 fish cubes in my plate.

Am Wowed I did not ever thought African has such an amazing airline before.

The food could be better, the beef was quite tough. The crew were friendly and helpful on this flight, which has not being my experience on other Ethiopian flights.

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