How many flights depart from Middle East to South Africa on average per day?

73 flights are operational daily from Middle East to South Africa as of October 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 2:00, with 66% of flights per day taking off in the morning.

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

Egyptair, Kenya Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Middle East to South Africa

How many flights depart from Middle East to South Africa on average per week?

The number of flights available between Middle East and South Africa is 515 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 15% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, South African and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Middle East according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Middle East to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Middle East to South Africa refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Middle East to South Africa?

The number of operators available for flights from Middle East to South Africa is 9 as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Middle East to South Africa?

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 Middle East to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

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

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Oct 23

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Middle East is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R9 523, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in March, then you should wait until February to fly from Middle East, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R9 627.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Middle East. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was R14 774. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Middle East to South Africa on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around R17 947. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Middle East in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R9 675 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the evening when prices are around R16 767.

What is the cheapest Middle East to South Africa flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Middle East when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R11 523 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Middle East for as low as R10 112 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Middle East to South Africa flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Middle East to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	R10 927
Fastest flight time	8h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South Africa	1 airport

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Middle East in the past 72 hours is R10 927. The best return flight deal from Middle East to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 495.

The fastest flight from Middle East to South Africa takes 8h 10m

Direct flights go from Middle East to South Africa every day.

There is 1 airport near South Africa: Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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Prices for flights from Middle East to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Middle East to South Africa?
The number of operators available for flights from Middle East to South Africa is 9 as of October 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Middle East to South Africa?
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 Middle East to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Middle East to South Africa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Middle East to South Africa is Boeing 777-300ER (65,10% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A380-800 (25,32%), Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (6,19%), and Boeing 777-200LR (1,03%).

Best airlines flying from Middle East to South Africa

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R5 666	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 281 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air Tanzania	PriceFrom R7 185	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 18 reviews	Search Air Tanzania flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R7 412	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 876 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R7 470	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 374 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R7 883	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 651 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R7 990	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 284 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom R8 063	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 37 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Royal Jordanian	PriceFrom R11 143	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 431 reviews	Search Royal Jordanian flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 171	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 378 reviews	Search Emirates flights
South African	PriceFrom R13 456	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 46 reviews	Search South African flights

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What is the cheapest Middle East to South Africa flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Middle East to South Africa flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Middle East to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Middle East to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 37% on your flight if you consider stops on a Middle East to South Africa flight.

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

Egyptair, Kenya Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Middle East to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

How many flights depart from Middle East to South Africa on average per day?

73 flights are operational daily from Middle East to South Africa as of October 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 2:00, with 66% of flights per day taking off in the morning.

How many flights depart from Middle East to South Africa on average per week?

The number of flights available between Middle East and South Africa is 515 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 15% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Middle East to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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