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R7 102+ Cheap flights to Manchester

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 23/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Dec 24 — Dec 311
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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 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Return from

R9 204

One-way from

R7 102

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 042
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 29/1-14/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Manchester
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 23/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Manchester
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Manchester. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Wed 25/1219:35JNB - MAN
2 stops23h 20mLufthansa
Wed 1/113:20MAN - JNB
1 stop18h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 17/12R10 599
Wed 25/1220:25JNB - MAN
1 stop13h 45mSWISS
Wed 1/18:55MAN - JNB
1 stop18h 05mSWISS
Deal found 17/12R10 998
Wed 25/1219:35JNB - MAN
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/18:55MAN - JNB
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R11 089
Wed 25/1223:55JNB - MAN
1 stop14h 50mKLM
Sat 4/120:30MAN - JNB
1 stop23h 30mKLM
Deal found 17/12R11 596
Sun 22/1217:20JNB - MAN
2 stops30h 40mKenya Airways
Thu 16/110:40MAN - JNB
2 stops22h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/12R13 535
Fri 20/1219:40JNB - MAN
1 stop27h 50mAir France
Fri 27/1219:35MAN - JNB
1 stop35h 55mAir France
Deal found 17/12R15 473
Wed 25/128:20JNB - MAN
2 stops26h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/118:30MAN - JNB
3 stops37h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12R24 188
Thu 19/123:10JNB - MAN
2 stops35h 20mRwandAir
Fri 27/1221:10MAN - JNB
2 stops27h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 17/12R26 725
Mon 23/1219:05JNB - MAN
1 stop20h 10mTurkish Airlines
Thu 26/1223:35MAN - JNB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/12R64 538
Wed 25/1216:10JNB - MAN
3 stops28h 30mEmirates
Wed 1/18:50MAN - JNB
3 stops47h 45mEmirates
Deal found 17/12R67 637

Find flights to Manchester within your budget

Locate flights to Manchester that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 19 December 2024.

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JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/1

20:25-8:10

1 stop13h 45m

Manchester

Fri 14/2

8:55-21:35

1 stop34h 40m

R9 204

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/1

19:35-10:20

2 stops16h 45m

Manchester

Fri 14/2

8:55-21:35

1 stop34h 40m

R10 273

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/12

19:35-16:55

2 stops23h 20m

Manchester

Wed 1/1

13:20-9:30

1 stop18h 10m

R10 599

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/1

19:40-12:45

2 stops19h 05m

Manchester

Thu 30/1

10:40-9:25

2 stops20h 45m

R11 288

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/1

10:00-7:20

1 stop23h 20m

Manchester

Wed 29/1

19:50-8:35

1 stop34h 45m

R11 505

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/2

1:15-22:00

2 stops22h 45m

Manchester

Wed 26/2

13:40-10:55

2 stops19h 15m

R12 846

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/2

19:35-16:35

2 stops23h 00m

Manchester

Sat 8/2

6:10-9:30

2 stops25h 20m

R15 292

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/2

4:00-8:25

3 stops30h 25m

Manchester

Sat 29/3

18:30-13:10

2 stops16h 40m

R16 452

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/1

3:10-6:05

2 stops28h 55m

Manchester

Sat 8/2

14:05-14:20

2 stops22h 15m

R21 126

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/12

19:05-13:15

1 stop20h 10m

Manchester

Thu 26/12

23:35-10:50

1 stop33h 15m

R64 538

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Best time to book a flight to Manchester

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Travel insights for flights to Manchester

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Manchester including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 22 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Manchester. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Manchester?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Manchester takes 13 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Manchester from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Manchester?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Manchester should consider flying on Friday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Manchester?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Manchester are Lufthansa, SWISS and Air France.

Rainfall in Manchester by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Manchester ranges from 50.0 - 90.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Manchester when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Manchester by month

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

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).

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 19 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Kenya Airways, Turkish Airlines and Emirates 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.
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8,3

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8,0

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7,9

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1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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3 412 reviews
8,1
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3 412 reviews

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8,1

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8,3

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8,0

Food

7,9

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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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1 349 reviews
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3 412 reviews

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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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1 605 reviews
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3 412 reviews

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8,1

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8,3

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8,0

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7,9

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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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353 reviews
8,1
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3 412 reviews

Entertainment

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8,1

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8,3

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8,0

Food

7,9

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8,1

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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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Good
1 206 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

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8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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.
  • 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 is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Manchester. One-way flights to Manchester typically cost R415, while return flights cost around R1 569.

  • How much is a return flight to Manchester?

    A return flight to Manchester will typically cost around R99, however they can be found for as little as R87.

  • 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 45 minutes).

  • Does Manchester have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Manchester?

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

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