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Johannesburg.473 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Manchester on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 473 €, select.
Johannesburg.538 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov, returning Sun, 9 Nov.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Manchester on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 538 €, select.
Johannesburg.546 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Manchester on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 546 €, select.
Johannesburg.550 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Manchester on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 550 €, select.
Johannesburg.566 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar, returning Thu, 2 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Manchester on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 566 €, select.
Johannesburg.567 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Manchester on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 567 €, select.
Johannesburg.576 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Manchester on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 576 €, select.
Johannesburg.576 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Manchester on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From 576 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from 621 €
Jul
from 664 €
Aug
from 827 €
Sep
from 583 €
Oct
from 550 €
Nov
from 538 €
Dec
from 643 €
Jan
from 596 €
Feb
from 624 €
Mar
from 587 €
Apr
from 580 €
May
from 610 €

Alternative Manchester to Johannesburg routes

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

Manchester to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found473 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Manchester 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 Manchester to Johannesburg is 473 €. 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 Manchester to Johannesburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from 473 €.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Manchester to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Johannesburg is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Manchester 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 473 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Johannesburg on Monday, 10 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Manchester 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 June, 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, Emirates offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

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

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your MAN to Johannesburg flight.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from MAN to Johannesburg. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • MAN is around 14 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Searching for a hotel near MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Johannesburg, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:

  • 59.39% of flights taking off from Manchester Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Johannesburg

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Johannesburg flight is 376 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 473 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MAN to Johannesburg. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.

  • If you have flexibility with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Manchester Airport to Johannesburg ticket.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MAN to Johannesburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Manchester Airport to Johannesburg with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to the centre of Johannesburg takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Manchester Airport to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:

  • Go where the road takes you with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and discover more of Johannesburg and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from MAN to Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. After your flight from Manchester Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to HLA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your MAN to Johannesburg flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Snap up a deal by booking your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Manchester Airport to Johannesburg. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and major attractions can be crowded. Visit Johannesburg in the off-season if you like a quieter vibe.

  • Before booking a Manchester 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).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

More about Johannesburg

  • Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Manchester Airport to Johannesburg, browse our range of hotels including:

  • Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Johannesburg travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Johannesburg Zoo.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.

  • Around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg, Bloemfontein is another essential stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.

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