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Recent return flight deals from Manchester to Johannesburg

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Manchester to Johannesburg.
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06:10 - 07:30MAN-JNB
24h 20m2 stops
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17:50 - 12:05JNB-MAN
19h 15m2 stops
Mon, 2 Jun - Tue, 17 Jun
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06:10 - 07:30MAN-JNB
24h 20m2 stops
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17:50 - 12:05JNB-MAN
19h 15m2 stops
Mon, 2 Jun - Tue, 17 Jun
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14:30 - 07:10MAN-JNB
15h 40m1 stop
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21:45 - 13:30JNB-MAN
16h 45m1 stop
£464Egyptair
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Sat, 10 May - Fri, 23 May
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18:30 - 13:05MAN-JNB
17h 35m2 stops
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14:30 - 08:15JNB-MAN
18h 45m2 stops
£493Ethiopian Air
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Tue, 20 May - Fri, 6 Jun
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14:30 - 07:10MAN-JNB
15h 40m1 stop
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21:45 - 12:30JNB-MAN
16h 45m1 stop
£509Egyptair
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Sat, 4 Oct - Sun, 26 Oct
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20:40 - 21:20MAN-JNB
23h 40m1 stop
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23:15 - 08:20JNB-MAN
34h 05m1 stop
£525KLM
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Wed, 28 May - Sun, 15 Jun
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17:30 - 21:20MAN-JNB
26h 50m1 stop
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23:15 - 10:20JNB-MAN
36h 05m1 stop
£527KLM
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Sat, 24 May - Mon, 9 Jun
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18:30 - 13:05MAN-JNB
17h 35m2 stops
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22:50 - 08:15JNB-MAN
34h 25m2 stops
£539Ethiopian Air
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Tue, 20 May - Thu, 5 Jun
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21:15 - 16:15MAN-JNB
18h 00m1 stop
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13:25 - 07:45JNB-MAN
19h 20m1 stop
£694Emirates
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Mon, 5 May - Sun, 11 May
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21:15 - 16:15MAN-JNB
18h 00m1 stop
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22:20 - 19:15JNB-MAN
21h 55m1 stop
£700Emirates
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Manchester to Johannesburg flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Manchester to Johannesburg to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.
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Find cheap flights to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

Planning a trip from Manchester to Johannesburg? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Manchester to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Manchester to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Manchester, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is May, where tickets cost £540 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £957 and £926 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 the flight from Manchester to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Manchester to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

Low season

July

High season

December

Cheapest flight

£311
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 38% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (42% more expensive on average)
Flight from Manchester to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

When to book flights from Manchester to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manchester to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Manchester to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flights

  • What are the transportation options to the city centre from Johannesburg Airport?

    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.

  • Where can I convert currency at Johannesburg Airport?

    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.

  • Is there a travel agency located at Johannesburg Airport?

    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.

  • Where can I buy some local souvenirs at Johannesburg Airport?

    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.

  • What is the baggage allowance for economy class on British Airways flights?

    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.

  • Are there any special amenities provided on Emirates flights from Manchester to Johannesburg?

    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.

  • What are a few of the common stopovers with flights between these destinations?

    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).

  • Are there more eco-friendly flights?

    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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Manchester to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was £413 for a one-way ticket and £526 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Manchester to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Manchester to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Manchester and OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg from Manchester?

    Amsterdam is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Manchester to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Manchester to Johannesburg, Emirates or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Manchester to Johannesburg are Emirates and KLM. With an average price for the route of £683 and an overall rating of 8.0, Emirates is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £651 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Manchester to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    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 OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Manchester to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg from Manchester 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 OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg with an airline and back to Manchester with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Manchester to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    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 to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg from Manchester up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Manchester to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • Johannesburg Airport, properly known as O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is the largest airport in South Africa, as well as the main point of entry to the Republic of South Africa. Among the airlines that use Johannesburg Airport as a hub are the national air carrier South African Airways, South African Express and the budget airlines Mango and Kulula.
  • If you’re on a flight from Manchester to Johannesburg, you may wish to put your feet up and relax at one of the Manchester Airport (MAN) lounges before your long flight. You can choose between 1903 Lounge and Escape Lounge, both of which allow advance bookings, or you can pay at the door and treat yourself to some complimentary food and beverages.
  • There is a hotel within walking distance of Manchester Airport should you wish to spend the night and save time on a morning commute. Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester Airport is connected by covered walkway to Terminals 1 and 2, while Manchester Airport Marriott Hotel and Hilton Manchester Airport are both about 10min away.
  • Manchester Airport hosts a Chaplaincy as well as a Multi-Faith Prayer Room if you need to observe religious obligations or simply need a calm place to spend some time before your flight. There is a prayer room in each of the airport’s three terminals and the Chaplaincy is located on the ground floor of Terminal 1.
  • Save yourself roaming charges and high international usage rates after your flight from Manchester to Johannesburg by renting a local mobile phone when you arrive in the city. There are a few phone kiosks in the International Terminal and service providers who can get you sorted out, or you can purchase a local SIM card for your existing mobile if you prefer.
  • Keep an eye out for post-booking upgrade opportunities. Airlines operating flights between Manchester (MAN) and OR Tambo Airport (JNB) often send emails allowing passengers to upgrade to First or Business Class at a reduced cost compared to purchasing a full First Class ticket. Upgrading can provide enhanced comfort, exclusive amenities, and a more luxurious travel experience.
  • OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg features a fascinating array of African art, including sculptures, paintings and installations. Take some time to appreciate the vibrant and diverse artistic expressions displayed throughout the airport, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of South Africa.
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Top 5 airlines serving from Manchester to Johannesburg

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Manchester to Johannesburg. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3206 reviews
7.8Food
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
8.2Entertainment
8.3Crew
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First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2025CPT - DXB
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First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

Excellent comfort and entertainment. Service poor..Food average with little choice.

Comfort good. Service as usual poor. Cabin temperature as usual too cold, about 15 degrees

Very bad groud crew taking bags less than 7kg Bad food Old plane

Loved that I had an exit row seat, and there was no one else in the row! And again, I don' use on-line entertainment at all (I read or sleep) but I very much appreciate that I didn't hear anyone else's entertainment!

Delayed, Bad American style food (not tasty, horrible cheese for a flight to France). Incompetent cabin crew (I asked how to connect by cable my headphones and the flight attendant suggested me Bluetooth which is not available). Good space

Flight was pathetic, felt like a old plane was modified and brought in service. Didnt like the aircraft at all. Crew and services were good.but aircraft totally dissappointment.

The service was excellent. We flew coach on this leg of our trip and it was still very pleasant.

The ground staff on Islamabad is horrible. The on board services are excellent.

Airline did not have enough vegetarian meals for all guests, and crew were not adequately trained to handle this.

Cabin crew professional, polite and friendly, boarding was seemless, but come on KLM surely you can do better than a pack of cheesy biscuits as an inflight snack

Cabin crew were excellent, very proffesional, polite and friendly, in flight snack was underwhelming, a packet of cheese biscuits, im sure KLM could run to a sandwich!

Legroom not all it could be, especially when the seat in front is reclined. Otherwise it was good, food and beverage were nice.

You should not have to pay for WiFi in business class

Transfer at Amsterdam airport is very convenient and the airport is easy to navigate. Boarding was also quick and easy. Cabin crew were excellent and the meals were good, although lacking in options.

Overall very positive. Boarding was quick and organized. Cabin was clean and seats were reasonably comfortable. Cabin crew was excellent and the meals provided were also of good quality

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

I flew premium economy and this was a good option. Although the seats didn’t recline much, I was able to get some sleep with my head propped against the window. The food was good and the entertainment was wonderful The staff were very attentive and professional

Great boarding, great short flight but no entertainment whatsoever and no wifi. Prepare to disembark by a staircase.

Good flight with KLM, friendly staff. Food was good, had much worse on other airlines. Selection of drinks also good enough for us. Entertainment was also good. The economy seats are ok and that’s it. For a 12 hour flight I think a little more comfort in the economy seats in pitch and softness would be highly appreciated by the customers and can makte the difference.

It was wonderful best Air lines covert and all very happy with their service they have been very helpful and friendly

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

For Vegetarian Food was very poor. Though we had opted for Asian Vegetarian Food they didn’t serve but only what was available was served. We were offered Smoked Salmon!

It was very bad experience with Ethiopian airlines . The flight was delayed in both ways . On the way coming back one of the crews dropped hot coffee on my whole body and other crew dropped used dirty glasses on top of me . The same crew that dropped hot coffee on me hit me with the food trolley on my knee while I was sleeping . I couldn’t sit properly due to the pain on my knee caused by those irresponsible crews . Very unprofessional airlines

Flight was delayed an hour. Also, I bought an extra legroom seat online; but the actually plane was a different configuration so I didn't get what I paid for . This happened on the Addis to Lusaka leg of my trip.

My experience was great. The flight attendants were very helpful and nice, and the food was very good.

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

Terrible customer service I lost my bag luggage and I still haven’t received any information

The flight delayef for over 2 hours so my route was changed leading to arriving to my destination without my luggage

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

LCY airport is an amazing airport and I love the flight from LCY to FRA with BA. Efficient, easy, comfortable and great luggage allownace with BA. I iused to fly predominantley LH, but the service and price - benefit ratio of Lufthansa has deteriorated a lot over the last 5 years. Whereas BA keeps an excellent service level with friendly staff.

Flight Attendant Karen Lynn was an absolute delight. She assisted in every portion of the services provided throughout the flight, aided with any and all concerns expressed by passengers, and even helped comfort an upset child who was one of five of a traveling family. This quality of service is what keeps me coming back to American. Thank you!

The airplane was old. Some things didn’t work out of middle seat was broken. The rest was OK.

The worst, flight cancelled because the aircraft was not full. Heathrow ground crew totally not helpful and arrogant. Lady proposed us flight with 40min layover instead of direct and said it is our problem of course she was unable to do anything as everything was beyond her control she claimed. after calling on hotline another flight was booked. Flight was cancelled last second so we could not take direct from Zurich but we had to stay overnight in London.

Very quick boarding. I was surprised we only got a small water and small thing of cookies, everything else was for purchase. No entertainment. Crew was excellent though.

Flight delayed in terms of boarding and Kayak was great in updating but the team on the groping at British Airways were really poor

A basic tea/ coffee and a snack could be provided especially for long distance flyers.

The information in the airport, and the app was different. Be aware. Different terminals in Stuttgart, so we had to walk a lot. It's a small airport so it wasn't a big deal, but it was ludicrous to see the error in the app.

Flight was delayed and there was boarding pass and flight information errors resulting in confusion and stress

Food was terrible , crew were excellent , IFE was dire . Overall comfortable seat and cabin. Nothing special .

Check in was madness. Boarding was madness. The flight itself was OK, and the flight attendants were nice. Connection to my next flight was two hours. But based on my arrival gate in Cairo, and next departure gate in Cairo, the whole two hours were needed given the inefficient procedures. At the end of my journey (connected to Lufthansa after Egyptair), my checked luggage did not arrive, and after 4 days, has still not arrived.

Everything was ok except cleanliness of the plane, it was poor.

It was appalling! Using small aircraft for 5 hour flights is ridiculous! No legroom, terrible food, no drinks apart from water, tea and coffee (once only) makes it a terrible experience. The cabin staff really badly handled the behaviour of an extremely obnoxious woman who insisted on fully reclining her seat for the duration of the flight with a very tall man behind her. She abused his and the staff and they were not able to deal with her at all other than to tell the man that they are reclining seats and they could not prevent her from doing so. They were also very slow to react when a large nu of passengers stood up and started taking their luggage out of the overhead bins whilst the aircraft was still taxiing at Heathrow. I will never fly Egypt Air again! I know this isn’t the airline’s fault but the security at Cairo airport was a joke. With the terrible security record on flights out of Egypt, they really need to take it seriously. Scanners weren’t working, liquids were allowed on, only one person operating the cray machine and searching bags caused a massive backlog of people…I’m convinced you could have got anything onto that plane if you were determined enough. By the way, it was the same story in Aswan airport.

The plane was old and several things were broken including my seat. The sinks in the restrooms didn’t drain. The armrest on my seat was broken so the seat was constantly reclined. The tray table was broken. The fabric was coming off the seats. The overhead bin doors wouldn’t stay locked. The hotel accommodation was disgusting.

Boarding was chaotic and disorganized, and the foot rest to my seat was broken. But the food was good and the flight attendants were kind and attentive.

So bad we never travel with Egypt air bad service smells bad food bad Ching my sets to back

Food was terrible (I tried the beef plate). Service is improved. The plane is new so it was good enough

Horrible old filthy airplane with brooking seat and entertainment system

Boarding was a nightmare. Still the B773s don’t have WIFI and are a something from the 90s in terms of comfort.

Cairo airport has probably the most stressful and overcomplicated security system in the world. Can't really blame Egypt Airlines.

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