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Cheap flights to Manchester from R6 318

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
BOS — MAN
May 18 — May 251
1 adult
Cmt 18/5
Cmt 25/5

Flights to Manchester in 2024

Find the latest flights to Manchester in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 608 177 searches and data was last updated on 13 Mayıs 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 463

Return from

R11 865

One-way from

R6 318
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in May 2024
From Johannesburg to Manchester
One-way flight from Johannesburg to Manchester (MAN)

Cheap flights to Manchester in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Manchester in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 608 177 searches and data was last updated on 13 Mayıs 2024.
The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to Manchester in May and June 2024. If these prices don't match your budget, be sure to check back soon for more deals.
Çar 15/519:00JNB - MAN
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Çar 22/518:45MAN - JNB
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R11 370
Paz 26/518:50JNB - MAN
2 stops27h 45mKLM
Per 30/55:55MAN - JNB
1 stop14h 25mKLM
Deal found 12/5R11 865
Çar 15/519:00JNB - MAN
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Çar 22/518:10MAN - JNB
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R11 921
Çar 15/519:00JNB - MAN
2 stops27h 35mBrussels Airlines
Çar 22/511:10MAN - JNB
2 stops20h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 13/5R12 214
Paz 26/518:50JNB - MAN
2 stops27h 45mKLM
Per 30/58:55MAN - JNB
2 stops22h 45mKLM
Deal found 12/5R12 416
Paz 26/518:50JNB - MAN
1 stop15h 45mAir France
Per 30/512:45MAN - JNB
1 stop18h 55mAir France
Deal found 12/5R12 508
Çar 22/521:45JNB - MAN
1 stop16h 45mEgypt Air
Paz 30/614:30MAN - JNB
1 stop15h 40mEgypt Air
Deal found 13/5R15 594
Çar 12/617:00JNB - MAN
2 stops29h 35mKenya Airways
Cum 12/711:10MAN - JNB
2 stops27h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/5R15 833
Sal 21/51:15JNB - MAN
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Paz 30/613:45MAN - JNB
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R16 163

Manchester 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Manchester in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 608 177 searches and data were last updated on 13 Mayıs 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Manchester in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Çar 15/519:00JNB - MAN
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Çar 22/518:45MAN - JNB
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R11 370
Paz 26/518:50JNB - MAN
2 stops27h 45mKLM
Per 30/55:55MAN - JNB
1 stop14h 25mKLM
Deal found 12/5R11 865
Çar 15/519:00JNB - MAN
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Çar 22/518:10MAN - JNB
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R11 921
Çar 23/1019:35JNB - MAN
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Per 2/112:50MAN - JNB
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R12 159
Çar 15/519:00JNB - MAN
2 stops27h 35mBrussels Airlines
Çar 22/511:10MAN - JNB
2 stops20h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 13/5R12 214
Paz 26/518:50JNB - MAN
2 stops27h 45mKLM
Per 30/58:55MAN - JNB
2 stops22h 45mKLM
Deal found 12/5R12 416
Paz 26/518:50JNB - MAN
1 stop15h 45mAir France
Per 30/512:45MAN - JNB
1 stop18h 55mAir France
Deal found 12/5R12 508
Çar 23/1019:35JNB - MAN
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Per 2/111:10MAN - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R12 839
Cum 5/719:35JNB - MAN
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sal 1/1018:10MAN - JNB
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R13 463

Flights to Manchester departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Manchester, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 608 177 searches and data was last updated on 13 Mayıs 2024.
Users travelling to Manchester last-minute should check out these flights departing soon. It's recommended that you verify the details of your last-minute flight before booking.
Çar 22/521:45JNB - MAN
1 stop16h 45mEgypt Air
Paz 30/614:30MAN - JNB
1 stop15h 40mEgypt Air
Deal found 13/5R15 594
Sal 21/51:15JNB - MAN
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Paz 30/613:45MAN - JNB
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R16 163
Çar 22/517:00JNB - MAN
2 stops42h 25mKenya Airways
Paz 30/68:55MAN - JNB
2 stops29h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/5R16 329
Çar 22/59:55JNB - MAN
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Paz 30/69:10MAN - JNB
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R22 206
Çar 22/510:15JNB - MAN
3 stops23h 00mEthiopian Air
Paz 30/618:30MAN - JNB
2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/5R24 649
Çar 22/514:30JNB - MAN
2 stops18h 45mEthiopian Air
Paz 30/618:30MAN - JNB
4 stops38h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/5R25 311
Çar 22/510:15JNB - MAN
3 stops23h 00mEthiopian Air
Paz 30/618:30MAN - JNB
4 stops38h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/5R28 488
Çar 22/51:15JNB - MAN
2 stops34h 10mKenya Airways
Per 4/78:55MAN - JNB
2 stops29h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/5R37 286
Per 23/517:00JNB - MAN
2 stops29h 35mKenya Airways
Per 4/711:10MAN - JNB
2 stops36h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/5R38 149

One-way flights to Manchester

Explore one-way flight options to Manchester for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 608 177 searches and data was last updated on 13 Mayıs 2024.
Choose from one of these one-way flights departing to Manchester. Users seeking round-trip flights to Manchester should update the search form at the top of the page accordingly.
Çar 22/520:15JNB - MAN
1 stop24h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R6 318
Pzt 20/513:35JNB - MAN
1 stop24h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R6 429
Pzt 20/517:00JNB - MAN
2 stops27h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/5R6 484
Pzt 30/917:00JNB - MAN
2 stops27h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/5R6 557
Pzt 30/913:35JNB - MAN
1 stop24h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R6 814
Paz 19/59:55JNB - MAN
1 stop22h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/5R6 943
Paz 19/517:00JNB - MAN
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R7 439
Çar 22/512:10JNB - MAN
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R7 457
Per 30/513:35JNB - MAN
1 stop24h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R7 512

Average price of flights to Manchester by month

Plan your trip to Manchester by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Manchester is currently R6 884 while a return flight costs R13 712. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Manchester (average of R560). Flying to Manchester in August will prove the most costly (average of R876). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R10 561

February

R10 286

March

R13 574

April

R14 455

May

R13 298

June

R14 510

July

R15 098

August

R16 090

September

R15 355

October

R13 757

November

R10 580

December

R13 776

Peak season:

In terms of weather and outdoor entertainment, the best time to fly to Manchester would probably be between the months of June and September. If you’re planning on flying to Manchester for the Great Manchester Run, keep in mind that you’ll have to make your bookings well in advance, and you’ll also be paying a lot more for flights and accommodation in order to see this event. If you’re okay with some light rain showers, then you may want to consider spring and autumn for flying to Manchester, since these seasons are known for their pleasant weather and the accompanying cheaper flight prices.

Off season:

From mid-June through the end of December, Manchester has its off season with regards to tourism. This means that from the end of autumn through spring you’ll be capable of finding the cheapest flights to Manchester. Book early enough and you might just be able to get away with an absolute steal of a deal. Just keep in mind that the Manchester Literature Festival runs during the month of October, and if you’d like to attend it, you’d be doing yourself a favor by booking your flight tickets and accommodation well in advance in order to avoid overpaying for late bookings.

Temperature and rainfall in Manchester by month

Plan your trip to Manchester by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MAN

Temperature

4 - 17 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Manchester, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Manchester?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.

In general, flight prices to Manchester are at their lowest during the months of December through April, steadily increasing as spring sets in. The prices of flight tickets are bound to go up over the Christmas and New Years’ period, so if you’re keen on booking a festive celebration’s flight to Manchester, be sure to book well in advance. The best way to find the cheapest flights to Manchester, however, is by being flexible with your travel dates, which may even see you scoring some great deals around the peak season!

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Manchester?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Manchester should consider flying on Monday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Manchester

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manchester. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Manchester. Reviews last updated 13 Mayıs 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Lufthansa and Kenya Airways to Manchester by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 963 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8,1
Very Good
3 963 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 963 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7,9
Good
1 574 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 963 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7,9
Good
49 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 963 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7,7
Good
4 410 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 963 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7,6
Good
1 771 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 963 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Whether it’s a small music festival or a Premiership football match, there’s constantly something breaking on the Manchester scene. The ‘Original Modern City’has a somewhat contagious vibe, cultural diversity that’s almost captivating, and architectural marvels, which simply refuse to be ignored. If you’re taking a cheap flight to Manchester for the first time, you’ll revel in the fact that this city always promises its visitors a one-of-a-kind adventure to be had!

What is good to know if travelling to Manchester?

  • For a little retail therapy, try heading down to the Old Trafford Center, boasting over 200 shops, ranging from high-end to the quaintest souvenir outlets!
  • Foodies should try swinging by the Lowry Hotel, Harvey Nicholls, the Market Restaurant, and the Soup Kitchen in Manchester for some of the best eats in town.
  • Castlefield, designated as an ‘Urban Heritage Park” showcases some of the most beautifully restored Victorian houses along the old canals. You’ll also be able to view the reconstructed Roman Fort while you’re here. Other great sites include the Bridgewater Canal, sitting quietly alongside the other old warehouses which have been restored and revamped into restaurants, hotels, and offices.
  • To escape the hustle and bustle of the city, visitors can explore some 600-acres of greenery in Heaton Park, the biggest one of its kind in Manchester and one of Europe’s largest municipal parks. You may also want to consider seeing Fletcher Moss Botanical Garden, renowned for great picnic spots.
  • How long is the flight to Manchester?

    Johannesburg to Manchester 13 hours, 15 minutes Durban to Manchester 16 hours, 15 minutes Cape Town to Manchester 14 hours, 30 minutes

  • Which airlines operate flights to Manchester?

    Etihad Airways, Emirates, Royal Air Maroc, British Airways, and Air Berlin are among some of the most popular airlines which operate cheap flights to Manchester. Some of these airlines offer direct flights to Manchester while others require you to take a connecting flight to your destination. British Airways, for instance, provide their passengers with complimentary food and drinks on board their flights to Manchester, but you may find that flight prices are more affordable with airlines that do not provide these luxuries. Keep in mind that there are plenty of cheap flights to Manchester, so compare the airlines which resonate with your needs and then play around with dates, you may just find one day to be a lot cheaper than the other in terms of flight prices.

  • How do you get from the airport to the city center?

    Visitors that wish to make their way to the city center from the Manchester airport can make use of the central Trainline, which runs straight to the city center. You can also use one of the coaches, which run from the airport to Manchester’s city center. The tram is a good alternative for getting from the airport into the heart of the city, but you can also opt to use one of the many taxis parked outside of the arrival terminals.

  • What does MAN mean?

    Great question - MAN just means Manchester Airport. Now you’ll know what this unique code and ones like it mean when you look for flights!

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Manchester?

    If you book a flight to Manchester, you will be flying into Manchester, which is the city’s only airport. Manchester (MAN) is located 14,4 km from the centre of Manchester.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Manchester if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Manchester on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Manchester?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Manchester.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Manchester?

    Manchester Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Manchester. One-way flights to Manchester Airport typically cost R455, while return flights cost around R1 882.

  • How much is a return flight to Manchester?

    A return flight to Manchester will typically cost around R145, however they can be found for as little as R102.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Manchester depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Manchester, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Manchester Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Manchester Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Manchester Airport?

    Yes. Manchester Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Airport Inn Manchester is the closest property to Manchester Airport (0,0 km away from Manchester Airport).

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