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 447 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 953 - 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 1 406 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 15h 35m.

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11:40 - 12:35JNB-BHX

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R12 743KLM

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20:15 - 18:00JNB-BHX

23h 45m1 stop

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R13 557SWISS

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JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

11:40-12:45

2 stops27h 05m

Birmingham

Sun 15/3

18:50-10:30

1 stop13h 40m

R12 657

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

11:40-12:35

2 stops26h 55m

Birmingham

Sat 4/4

17:55-6:40

1 stop35h 45m

R12 709

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

23:59-21:20

1 stop23h 21m

Birmingham

Tue 10/2

17:40-22:05

1 stop26h 25m

R12 743

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

20:15-18:00

1 stop23h 45m

Birmingham

Sun 15/3

18:50-10:30

1 stop13h 40m

R12 830

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

23:59-8:30

1 stop34h 31m

Birmingham

Thu 19/3

13:35-22:05

1 stop30h 30m

R13 020

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

15:20-18:00

3 stops28h 40m

Birmingham

Sun 15/3

18:50-17:55

2 stops21h 05m

R13 557

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

13:45-6:10

1 stop18h 25m

Birmingham

Fri 3/4

15:10-10:00

1 stop17h 50m

R13 973

Cape TownBirmingham

CPT - BHX

CPTBHX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

13:40-11:40

1 stop24h 00m

Birmingham

Tue 10/2

13:40-11:40

1 stop20h 00m

R14 856

Port ElizabethBirmingham

PLZ - BHX

PLZBHX

Port Elizabeth

Fri 6/2

7:00-6:10

2 stops25h 10m

Birmingham

Tue 10/2

7:40-17:45

3 stops32h 05m

R21 314

Cape TownBirmingham

CPT - BHX

CPTBHX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/12

13:40-11:40

1 stop24h 00m

Birmingham

Mon 5/1

13:40-16:45

1 stop25h 05m

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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 436, 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 843.

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 792. 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 919.

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 695. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Birmingham is in the afternoon when prices are around R14 288.

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 476 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 553 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 436 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO BIRMINGHAM FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	June	13% more expensive	It costs about R15 288 for flights to Birmingham from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO BIRMINGHAM FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	171% 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	R6 164
Best Round-Trip Price	R12 657
Fastest flight time	14h 20m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to Birmingham from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R6 164 (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 R12 657 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Birmingham).

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The fastest flight to Birmingham from South Africa takes 14h 20m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Birmingham).

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July has the highest demand for flights to Birmingham, with a 7% 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 476.

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 102 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 November 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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