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 35h 51m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Cardiff Wales takes 36h 15m 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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KLM

Feb 7

JNB

35h 51m

1 stop

CWL

Feb 17

CWL

26h 40m

1 stop

JNB

R12 653

KLM

Feb 7

JNB

35h 51m

1 stop

CWL

Feb 17

CWL

40h 45m

2 stops

JNB

R13 375

KLM

Jun 1

JNB

18h 30m

1 stop

CWL

Jun 22

CWL

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R14 802

KLM

Jun 1

JNB

18h 30m

1 stop

CWL

Jun 22

CWL

24h 20m

2 stops

JNB

R15 328

Kenya Airways

Jun 1

JNB

46h 05m

2 stops

CWL

Jun 22

CWL

29h 05m

2 stops

JNB

R16 115

Kenya Airways

Mar 6

CPT

45h 25m

3 stops

CWL

Mar 13

CWL

24h 40m

2 stops

CPT

R16 805

KLM

Feb 7

JNB

23h 30m

2 stops

CWL

Feb 17

CWL

40h 45m

2 stops

JNB

R17 248

Kenya Airways

Feb 4

CPT

45h 25m

3 stops

CWL

Feb 8

CWL

25h 20m

3 stops

CPT

R17 395

Kenya Airways

Feb 4

CPT

45h 25m

3 stops

CWL

Feb 8

CWL

25h 20m

3 stops

CPT

R17 412

Kenya Airways

Feb 4

CPT

45h 25m

3 stops

CWL

Feb 8

CWL

25h 20m

3 stops

CPT

R17 428

KLM

Mar 6

CPT

27h 55m

2 stops

CWL

Mar 13

CWL

17h 50m

1 stop

CPT

R17 937

KLM

Mar 6

CPT

27h 55m

2 stops

CWL

Mar 13

CWL

17h 30m

2 stops

CPT

R17 986

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9:50 - 19:15

JNB

MAN

35h 25m

2 stops

22:25 - 8:20

MAN

JNB

31h 55m

2 stops

R11 373Multiple Airlines

Fri, Feb 13 - Fri, Feb 20

14:35 - 7:30

CPT

MAN

18h 55m

2 stops

18:30 - 14:35

MAN

CPT

18h 05m

2 stops

R11 488Ethiopian Air

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

8:45 - 23:15

JNB

MAN

15h 30m

1 stop

10:35 - 8:35

MAN

JNB

21h 00m

2 stops

R11 520Lufthansa

Fri, May 15 - Wed, May 27

19:20 - 16:35

JNB

MAN

23h 15m

2 stops

5:50 - 22:05

MAN

JNB

14h 15m

1 stop

R11 652KLM

Fri, Feb 13 - Fri, Feb 20

14:15 - 8:40

CPT

MAN

20h 25m

2 stops

11:15 - 7:40

MAN

CPT

18h 25m

1 stop

R11 684Lufthansa

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

8:45 - 23:15

JNB

MAN

15h 30m

1 stop

11:05 - 6:40

MAN

JNB

18h 35m

2 stops

R11 750Lufthansa

Fri, May 15 - Thu, May 28

20:15 - 8:20

JNB

MAN

14h 05m

1 stop

18:45 - 10:30

MAN

JNB

13h 45m

1 stop

R11 996SWISS

Mon, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 24

23:59 - 9:50

JNB

CWL

35h 51m

1 stop

17:25 - 22:05

CWL

JNB

26h 40m

1 stop

R12 653KLM

Sat, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 17

14:25 - 16:55

CPT

BRS

28h 30m

3 stops

6:00 - 13:35

BRS

CPT

29h 35m

3 stops

R15 935Kenya Airways

Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 12

12:10 - 9:15

JNB

CWL

46h 05m

2 stops

9:45 - 15:50

CWL

JNB

29h 05m

2 stops

R16 115Kenya Airways

Mon, Jun 1 - Mon, Jun 22

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Return

Price

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

9:50-19:15

2 stops35h 25m

Manchester

Fri 20/2

22:25-8:20

2 stops31h 55m

R11 373

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

14:35-7:30

2 stops18h 55m

Manchester

Wed 18/3

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

R11 488

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

8:45-23:15

1 stop15h 30m

Manchester

Wed 27/5

10:35-8:35

2 stops21h 00m

R11 520

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:20-16:35

2 stops23h 15m

Manchester

Fri 20/2

5:50-22:05

1 stop14h 15m

R11 652

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

14:15-8:40

2 stops20h 25m

Manchester

Wed 18/3

11:15-7:40

1 stop18h 25m

R11 684

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

8:45-23:15

1 stop15h 30m

Manchester

Thu 28/5

11:05-6:40

2 stops18h 35m

R11 750

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

20:15-8:20

1 stop14h 05m

Manchester

Tue 24/3

18:45-10:30

1 stop13h 45m

R11 996

JohannesburgCardiff

JNB - CWL

JNBCWL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

23:59-9:50

1 stop35h 51m

Cardiff Wales

Tue 17/2

17:25-22:05

1 stop26h 40m

R12 653

Cape TownBristol

CPT - BRS

CPTBRS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

14:25-16:55

3 stops28h 30m

Bristol

Thu 12/3

6:00-13:35

3 stops29h 35m

R15 935

JohannesburgCardiff

JNB - CWL

JNBCWL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

12:10-9:15

2 stops46h 05m

Cardiff Wales

Mon 22/6

9:45-15:50

2 stops29h 05m

R16 115

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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	R6 072
Best Round-Trip Price	R11 373
Fastest flight time	17h 30m
Popular in	September

The best one-way flight price to Wales from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R6 072 (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 R11 373 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Manchester).

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The fastest flight to Wales from South Africa takes 17h 30m (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.

Why use momondo?

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

Finding the right flight to Wales is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Wales quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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?

Once you have performed a search for flights to Wales, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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