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 (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 (another popular airport in South Africa) to Manchester, then the average flight time is 18h 05m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Birmingham?

Kenya Airways and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Birmingham

Which airlines fly to Birmingham?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Birmingham from South Africa according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Birmingham. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Birmingham on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Birmingham Airport are updated daily.

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

As of January 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Birmingham Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Birmingham Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Birmingham Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Birmingham Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Birmingham Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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20:15 - 8:10

JNB

BHX

13h 55m1 stop

10:45 - 9:30

BHX

JNB

20h 45m2 stops

R11 111Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Mar 3

19:45 - 17:00

JNB

BHX

23h 15m2 stops

10:45 - 9:30

BHX

JNB

20h 45m2 stops

R11 570Lufthansa

Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Mar 3

15:55 - 17:55

CPT

BHX

28h 00m2 stops

18:50 - 10:50

BHX

CPT

14h 00m1 stop

R12 243SWISS

Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 15

9:25 - 18:00

CPT

BHX

34h 35m1 stop

18:50 - 10:50

BHX

CPT

14h 00m1 stop

R12 309SWISS

Wed, Mar 11 - Sun, Mar 15

19:10 - 10:05

JNB

BHX

16h 55m1 stop

16:40 - 10:50

BHX

JNB

16h 10m1 stop

R12 621Turkish Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Mar 19

19:10 - 10:05

JNB

BHX

16h 55m1 stop

16:40 - 10:50

BHX

JNB

16h 10m1 stop

R12 703Turkish Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Mar 19

13:40 - 11:40

CPT

BHX

24h 00m1 stop

13:40 - 16:45

BHX

CPT

25h 05m1 stop

R12 965Emirates

Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 15

12:35 - 6:10

CPT

BHX

19h 35m1 stop

14:10 - 17:25

BHX

CPT

25h 15m1 stop

R13 277Qatar Airways

Fri, Feb 20 - Fri, Feb 27

13:40 - 18:45

CPT

BHX

31h 05m1 stop

13:40 - 11:40

BHX

CPT

20h 00m1 stop

R13 868Emirates

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

12:40 - 6:10

PLZ

BHX

43h 30m2 stops

14:10 - 17:45

BHX

PLZ

25h 35m3 stops

R20 810Qatar Airways

Thu, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 16

Lufthansa flights from South Africa to Birmingham

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Lufthansa

Mar 11

CPT14:15Cape Town Intl

24h 30m

2 stops

BHX12:45Birmingham

Mar 15

BHX17:45Birmingham

35h 55m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

R11 849

Lufthansa

Mar 27

JNB11:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 05m

2 stops

BHX22:45Birmingham

Apr 11

BHX17:55Birmingham

35h 45m

1 stop

JNB6:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 310

Lufthansa

Apr 5

JNB10:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 05m

2 stops

BHX9:45Birmingham

Apr 24

BHX18:05Birmingham

13h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 329

SWISS flights from South Africa to Birmingham

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SWISS

Mar 12

CPT15:55Cape Town Intl

28h 00m

2 stops

BHX17:55Birmingham

Mar 15

BHX18:50Birmingham

14h 00m

1 stop

CPT10:50Cape Town Intl

R12 243

SWISS

Mar 11

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

BHX18:00Birmingham

Mar 15

BHX18:50Birmingham

14h 00m

1 stop

CPT10:50Cape Town Intl

R12 309

SWISS

Mar 11

CPT15:15Cape Town Intl

28h 45m

2 stops

BHX18:00Birmingham

Mar 15

BHX18:50Birmingham

18h 25m

2 stops

CPT15:15Cape Town Intl

R12 407

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20:15-8:10

1 stop13h 55m

Birmingham

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10:45-9:30

2 stops20h 45m

R11 111

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

19:45-17:00

2 stops23h 15m

Birmingham

Tue 3/3

10:45-9:30

2 stops20h 45m

R11 570

Cape TownBirmingham

CPT - BHX

CPTBHX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

15:55-17:55

2 stops28h 00m

Birmingham

Sun 15/3

18:50-10:50

1 stop14h 00m

R12 243

Cape TownBirmingham

CPT - BHX

CPTBHX

Cape Town Intl

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9:25-18:00

1 stop34h 35m

Birmingham

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18:50-10:50

1 stop14h 00m

R12 309

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JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:10-10:05

1 stop16h 55m

Birmingham

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16:40-10:50

1 stop16h 10m

R12 621

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JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:10-10:05

1 stop16h 55m

Birmingham

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16:40-10:50

1 stop16h 10m

R12 703

Cape TownBirmingham

CPT - BHX

CPTBHX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

13:40-11:40

1 stop24h 00m

Birmingham

Sun 15/3

13:40-16:45

1 stop25h 05m

R12 965

Cape TownBirmingham

CPT - BHX

CPTBHX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

12:35-6:10

1 stop19h 35m

Birmingham

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14:10-17:25

1 stop25h 15m

R13 277

Cape TownBirmingham

CPT - BHX

CPTBHX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

13:40-18:45

1 stop31h 05m

Birmingham

Mon 26/1

13:40-11:40

1 stop20h 00m

R13 868

Port ElizabethBirmingham

PLZ - BHX

PLZBHX

Port Elizabeth

Thu 12/2

12:40-6:10

2 stops43h 30m

Birmingham

Mon 16/2

14:10-17:45

3 stops25h 35m

R20 810

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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 519, 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 816.

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 053 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 194 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from South Africa to Birmingham takes 16h 05m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Birmingham Airport?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Birmingham Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Birmingham Airport?
As of January 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Birmingham Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Birmingham Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Birmingham Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Birmingham Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Birmingham Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Birmingham Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Birmingham

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SWISS	PriceFrom R7 300	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 840 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R7 881	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 692 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R8 648	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 150 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 528	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 519 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 590	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 434 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 822	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 701 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 653	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 462 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 679	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 288 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R16 234	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 657 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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