Which airlines fly to Birmingham?

Emirates, SWISS, Lufthansa and Qatar Airways are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Birmingham on a routine basis, according to our data. You should be able to find flights to Birmingham with these airlines and other airlines flying from South Africa.

Emirates Flights to Birmingham

Emirates will jet to Birmingham around 14 times in an average week. Where you fly from will dictate what kind of deals you can get for Emirates, but prices as low as R13 508 have been found from Cape Town Intl to Birmingham. Emirates has scored 8,1/10 in momondo user reviews.

KLM Flights to Birmingham

KLM flight deals to Birmingham start from R9 797 - this is the best price found recently on momondo, and was a return journey departing from Cape Town Intl. Over any normal week, KLM flight prices are typically higher, but vary depending on where you fly from - Amsterdam Schiphol is the most popular KLM departure point to Birmingham so generally has the most availability. KLM is scored a 7,7/10 in 1 404 reviews.

How long does it take to fly to Birmingham?

The flight from South Africa to Birmingham depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo (a popular airport in South Africa) to Manchester (the most popular airport in Birmingham), then the flight time is 15h 10m on average. If you fly from Cape Town Intl (another popular airport in South Africa) to Manchester, then the average flight time is 19h 05m.

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23:59 - 8:30JNB-BHX

34h 31m1 stop

17:40 - 22:05BHX-JNB

26h 25m1 stop

R13 026KLM

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Sat, Dec 20 - Thu, Jan 15

11:40 - 17:00JNB-BHX

31h 20m2 stops

17:45 - 9:30BHX-JNB

37h 45m2 stops

R13 199Lufthansa

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Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

19:10 - 15:40JNB-BHX

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16:40 - 10:50BHX-JNB

16h 10m1 stop

R13 736Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

19:05 - 10:05JNB-BHX

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16:40 - 10:50BHX-JNB

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22:20 - 11:40JNB-BHX

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13:40 - 10:25BHX-JNB

18h 45m1 stop

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Sat, Nov 29 - Sat, Dec 6

13:25 - 11:40JNB-BHX

24h 15m1 stop

13:40 - 16:35BHX-JNB

24h 55m1 stop

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Fri, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 23

15:20 - 8:10JNB-BHX

42h 50m3 stops

18:50 - 16:15BHX-JNB

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R15 469SWISS

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Mon, Dec 15 - Thu, Jan 15

20:20 - 12:40JNB-BHX

18h 20m1 stop

7:40 - 3:55BHX-JNB

18h 15m1 stop

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14:30 - 8:10JNB-BHX

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18:50 - 16:15BHX-JNB

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R15 711SWISS

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20:20 - 12:40JNB-BHX

18h 20m1 stop

14:10 - 15:35BHX-JNB

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Sat 20/12

23:59-8:30

1 stop34h 31m

Birmingham

Thu 15/1

17:40-22:05

1 stop26h 25m

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JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

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Birmingham

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JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

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JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

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Mon 15/12

19:05-10:05

1 stop17h 00m

Birmingham

Thu 15/1

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1 stop16h 10m

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JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

22:20-11:40

1 stop39h 20m

Birmingham

Sat 6/12

13:40-10:25

1 stop18h 45m

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JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

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Fri 14/11

13:25-11:40

1 stop24h 15m

Birmingham

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R14 447

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JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

15:20-8:10

3 stops42h 50m

Birmingham

Thu 15/1

18:50-16:15

3 stops43h 25m

R15 469

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

20:20-12:40

1 stop18h 20m

Birmingham

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1 stop18h 15m

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JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

14:30-8:10

2 stops43h 40m

Birmingham

Thu 15/1

18:50-16:15

3 stops43h 25m

R15 711

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

20:20-12:40

1 stop18h 20m

Birmingham

Fri 12/12

14:10-15:35

1 stop23h 25m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Birmingham?

The cheapest month to fly to Birmingham from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R9 441, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Birmingham, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R11 848.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Birmingham?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Birmingham is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Birmingham on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as R12 797. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South Africa to Birmingham for around R13 926.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Birmingham?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Birmingham is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as R12 701. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Birmingham is in the afternoon when prices are around R14 295.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Birmingham?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Birmingham from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Birmingham for around R13 484 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Birmingham from South Africa for as low as R12 559 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO BIRMINGHAM FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	30% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Birmingham costs on average just R9 441 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO BIRMINGHAM FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	15% more expensive	It costs about R15 503 for flights to Birmingham from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO BIRMINGHAM FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	161% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Birmingham from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

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Summary info about Birmingham flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R7 379
Best Round-Trip Price	R13 026
Fastest flight time	17h 00m
Popular in	September

The best one-way flight price to Birmingham from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R7 379 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Birmingham).

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The best round-trip flight price to Birmingham from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R13 026 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Birmingham).

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The fastest flight to Birmingham from South Africa takes 17h 00m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Birmingham).

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September has the highest demand for flights to Birmingham, with a 5% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Birmingham

How far in advance should I book a flight to Birmingham?

The best time to book a flight to Birmingham from South Africa is 40 days out, which is when prices tend to be around R13 484.

Is there an alternative airport near Birmingham?

Those flying to Birmingham could potentially find better pricing at Birmingham Airport (11 km from Birmingham city centre), Coventry Baginton Airport (31 km from Birmingham city centre), Nottingham East Midlands Airport (55 km from Birmingham city centre), Gloucestershire Airport (68 km from Birmingham city centre) or Oxford Kidlington Airport (82 km from Birmingham city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Birmingham?

With an average price of R4 104 per person, Birmingham Airport is the cheapest airport to fly into when planning your trip to Birmingham. This price can fluctuate based on where you are flying from. momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool can help users find the best prices.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Birmingham Airport?

Prices for flights to Birmingham Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Birmingham Airport?

As of October 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights to Birmingham Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Birmingham Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Birmingham Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Birmingham Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Birmingham Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Birmingham Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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