How long is the flight from South Africa to Wales?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Wales you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cardiff Wales takes 42h 50m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Cardiff Wales takes 18h 30m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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Flights to Cardiff

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Jan 21

CPT

35h 00m

2 stops

CWL

Jan 25

CWL

17h 35m

2 stops

CPT

R15 026

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Kenya Airways

Jan 21

CPT

36h 25m

2 stops

CWL

Jan 25

CWL

25h 20m

3 stops

CPT

R16 252

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Kenya Airways

Jan 21

CPT

45h 25m

3 stops

CWL

Jan 25

CWL

25h 20m

3 stops

CPT

R16 285

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Kenya Airways

Jan 20

JNB

34h 15m

3 stops

CWL

Jan 25

CWL

22h 40m

2 stops

JNB

R16 301

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Kenya Airways

Jan 20

JNB

34h 15m

3 stops

CWL

Jan 25

CWL

27h 35m

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JNB

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Kenya Airways

Jan 21

JNB

42h 50m

2 stops

CWL

Jan 25

CWL

22h 40m

2 stops

JNB

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KLM

Jun 4

CPT

18h 30m

1 stop

CWL

Jun 18

CWL

27h 10m

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CPT

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Jun 4

CPT

41h 40m

2 stops

CWL

Jun 18

CWL

22h 00m

2 stops

CPT

R17 315

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Kenya Airways

Jun 4

CPT

43h 45m

3 stops

CWL

Jun 18

CWL

27h 00m

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CPT

R17 381

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Kenya Airways

Jan 21

CPT

45h 25m

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CWL

Jan 25

CWL

25h 20m

3 stops

CPT

R17 446

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Jan 21

CPT

45h 25m

3 stops

CWL

Jan 25

CWL

25h 20m

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CPT

R17 479

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Kenya Airways

Jan 21

CPT

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CWL

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10:10 - 23:20

JNB

MAN

15h 10m1 stop

7:00 - 6:40

MAN

JNB

22h 40m1 stop

R10 775Lufthansa

Tue, Jan 27 - Thu, Apr 30

10:10 - 23:20

JNB

MAN

15h 10m1 stop

6:05 - 8:35

MAN

JNB

25h 30m2 stops

R10 808Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Thu, Apr 30

9:50 - 12:15

JNB

MAN

28h 25m1 stop

13:40 - 8:20

MAN

JNB

16h 40m1 stop

R10 873Etihad Airways

Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25

9:50 - 6:10

JNB

MAN

22h 20m1 stop

13:40 - 8:20

MAN

JNB

16h 40m1 stop

R10 889Etihad Airways

Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25

19:45 - 10:20

JNB

MAN

16h 35m2 stops

11:10 - 8:35

MAN

JNB

20h 25m2 stops

R11 004Brussels Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Thu, Apr 30

19:45 - 21:35

JNB

MAN

27h 50m2 stops

6:05 - 8:35

MAN

JNB

25h 30m2 stops

R11 413Brussels Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Fri, Apr 24

7:55 - 8:25

CPT

BRS

26h 30m2 stops

6:15 - 5:50

BRS

CPT

22h 35m1 stop

R15 402KLM

Wed, Mar 18 - Thu, May 14

23:25 - 9:50

CPT

CWL

36h 25m2 stops

10:15 - 13:35

CWL

CPT

25h 20m3 stops

R16 252Kenya Airways

Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25

14:25 - 9:50

CPT

CWL

45h 25m3 stops

10:15 - 13:35

CWL

CPT

25h 20m3 stops

R16 285Kenya Airways

Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25

23:45 - 16:55

CPT

BRS

19h 10m1 stop

17:30 - 21:25

BRS

CPT

26h 55m1 stop

R16 694KLM

Wed, Mar 18 - Thu, May 14

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Price

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

10:10-23:20

1 stop15h 10m

Manchester

Thu 30/4

7:00-6:40

1 stop22h 40m

R10 775

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

10:10-23:20

1 stop15h 10m

Manchester

Thu 30/4

6:05-8:35

2 stops25h 30m

R10 808

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

9:50-12:15

1 stop28h 25m

Manchester

Sun 25/1

13:40-8:20

1 stop16h 40m

R10 873

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

9:50-6:10

1 stop22h 20m

Manchester

Sun 25/1

13:40-8:20

1 stop16h 40m

R10 889

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

19:45-10:20

2 stops16h 35m

Manchester

Thu 30/4

11:10-8:35

2 stops20h 25m

R11 004

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:45-21:35

2 stops27h 50m

Manchester

Fri 24/4

6:05-8:35

2 stops25h 30m

R11 413

Cape TownBristol

CPT - BRS

CPTBRS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

7:55-8:25

2 stops26h 30m

Bristol

Thu 14/5

6:15-5:50

1 stop22h 35m

R15 402

Cape TownCardiff

CPT - CWL

CPTCWL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

23:25-9:50

2 stops36h 25m

Cardiff Wales

Sun 25/1

10:15-13:35

3 stops25h 20m

R16 252

Cape TownCardiff

CPT - CWL

CPTCWL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

14:25-9:50

3 stops45h 25m

Cardiff Wales

Sun 25/1

10:15-13:35

3 stops25h 20m

R16 285

Cape TownBristol

CPT - BRS

CPTBRS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

23:45-16:55

1 stop19h 10m

Bristol

Thu 14/5

17:30-21:25

1 stop26h 55m

R16 694

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Wales flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to Wales?

KLM, Etihad Airways and Kenya Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Wales from South Africa according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 87% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Wales. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Wales on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Wales flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 886
Best Round-Trip Price	R10 775
Fastest flight time	19h 20m
Popular in	September

The best one-way flight price to Wales from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 886 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Manchester).

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The best round-trip flight price to Wales from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 775 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Manchester).

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The fastest flight to Wales from South Africa takes 19h 20m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Manchester).

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September has the highest demand for flights to Wales, with a 2% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Wales

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Cardiff?

Cardiff is about 100% more popular to visit than any other city in Wales, according to momondo users. When visiting Cardiff, it is recommended to fly into Cardiff Airport, where you can typically get the cheapest prices and the most convenient travel options into the city.

What is the weather like in Wales?

The temperatures in Wales range from 39,2 °F to 64,4 °F depending on the time of year. The warmest month in Wales is July, and the coldest month in Wales is December. Those looking for a drier month during their visit should travel during the months of April, February, or February, when rain is least likely compared to the rest of the year.

Which airlines fly to Wales?

You can find flights to Wales from 3 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with KLM, Etihad Airways or Kenya Airways as these are the most popular among our users. KLM is the most favoured with 87% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Wales?

Prices for flights to Wales were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Wales?

As of January 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights to Wales.

How old do you have to be to fly to Wales?

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 to Wales.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wales?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Wales 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 Wales. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Wales?

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Can I find flights to Wales with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Wales with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights to Wales?

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