Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
The timezone in Manchester is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Johannesburg.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your JNB to MAN flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Manchester Airport. These are the top stopovers between JNB and MAN:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Manchester Airport flight is £264. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £445. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JNB to MAN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Manchester Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Manchester Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
When it comes to O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, 77.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
O.R. Tambo International Airport is about 18 miles from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to JNB? If you've booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Manchester Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you're coming in on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Manchester Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MAN:
Go where the road takes you with a Manchester Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and see more of Manchester and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Manchester Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport to central Manchester has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 miles away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Manchester Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Manchester based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Manchester is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Manchester Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from JNB to MAN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Manchester has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 160 miles south-east of Manchester, a visit to London will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Birmingham is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 70 miles south of Manchester. No journey is complete without dropping by Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.