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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 699 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in January.

Alternative Birmingham to Johannesburg routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Birmingham to Johannesburg? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Birmingham to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found602 €
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.
The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Johannesburg is 602 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Birmingham to Johannesburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from 602 €.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Birmingham to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Johannesburg is usually January.
If you're flying from Birmingham Airport, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the centre of Johannesburg. We've found flights into this airport from 602 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg on Sunday, 24 January 2027.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Birmingham Airport and Johannesburg. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 11°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Flying from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is two hours ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham Airport is located.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your BHX to Johannesburg flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • We make it easy to book plane tickets from BHX to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Birmingham, BHX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near BHX. Whether you have an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • When it comes to Birmingham Airport's on-time performance, 72% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Johannesburg

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg flight is 369 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 602 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from BHX to Johannesburg, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across every month and score a sweet deal.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from BHX to Johannesburg.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg.

Airports in Johannesburg

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The distance from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel near JNB if you have a late flight from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your flight from BHX to Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • Once your flight from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 40 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).

  • The trip will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Following your BHX to Johannesburg flight, rest your head at a hotel close to HLA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Snap up the best price by securing your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg. April is the busiest month to visit Johannesburg. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.

  • Before booking a Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

More about Johannesburg

  • Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • Nelson Mandela Statue and Apartheid Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Johannesburg must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Top of Africa.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Johannesburg has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres southeast of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Butterflies for Africa.

  • Bloemfontein is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres southwest of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without experiencing Naval Hill Planetarium, Naval Hill Nature Reserve and Kings Park Rose Garden.

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