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Johannesburg.$435 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 25.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Birmingham on Tue, Nov 25, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $435, select.
Johannesburg.$437 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jan 25.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Birmingham on Sun, Jan 25, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $437, select.
Johannesburg.$470 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 6.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Birmingham on Fri, Jun 6, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $470, select.
Johannesburg.$506 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 1.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Birmingham on Sun, Mar 1, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $506, select.
Johannesburg.$506 per passenger.Departing Sun, Feb 8.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Birmingham on Sun, Feb 8, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $506, select.
Johannesburg.$510 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 20.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Birmingham on Sat, Sep 20, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $510, select.
Johannesburg.$540 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 2.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Birmingham on Thu, Oct 2, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $540, select.
Johannesburg.$551 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 3.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Birmingham on Thu, Jul 3, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $551, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from $470
Jul
from $551
Aug
from $551
Sep
from $510
Oct
from $540
Nov
from $435
Dec
from $582
Jan
from $437
Feb
from $506
Mar
from $506
Apr
from $557
May
from $568

Birmingham to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Alternative routes

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Cheapest flight found$435
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Birmingham to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is $717. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Birmingham to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $717.
There are no flights flying from Birmingham to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Monday, September 1, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Birmingham Airport and Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Traveling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know

  • Johannesburg is two hours ahead of Birmingham and is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • To ensure you catch your BHX to JNB flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BHX and JNB:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Right now, $435 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $717. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BHX to JNB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BHX to JNB by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

  • Of the flights that depart from Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To get to Birmingham International Airport from central Birmingham, it takes around 25 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 15 miles from the airport to the city center.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BHX:

Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • If you have a late Birmingham International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near JNB:

  • Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and explore Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top outlets you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

  • From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 18 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the center.

  • Traveling by public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Johannesburg in February.

  • The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 59ºF and 86ºF. Lock in your flights from Birmingham International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to JNB in July. Average temperatures are between 39ºF and 68ºF then.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Johannesburg has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you'll want to see. About 11 miles west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.

  • Pretoria is another favorite destination in South Africa and is around 35 miles north of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without dropping by 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.

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