Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from Riyadh according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

Prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

The number of operators available for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg is 4 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Johannesburg. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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3:40 - 13:05

RUH

JNB

10h 25m1 stop

14:30 - 2:10

JNB

RUH

10h 40m1 stop

R10 039Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 15 - Sat, Feb 7

3:40 - 13:05

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JNB

10h 25m1 stop

14:30 - 2:10

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RUH

10h 40m1 stop

R10 192Ethiopian Air

Sun, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 27

22:15 - 7:10

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33h 55m1 stop

21:45 - 3:05

JNB

RUH

28h 20m1 stop

R10 209Egyptair

Mon, Mar 30 - Sun, Apr 5

3:40 - 13:05

RUH

JNB

10h 25m1 stop

8:20 - 2:10

JNB

RUH

16h 50m1 stop

R10 260Ethiopian Air

Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 28

22:00 - 7:10

RUH

JNB

34h 10m1 stop

21:45 - 12:00

JNB

RUH

13h 15m1 stop

R10 806Egyptair

Sat, Feb 28 - Mon, Mar 2

3:40 - 13:05

RUH

JNB

10h 25m1 stop

16:40 - 2:10

JNB

RUH

32h 30m2 stops

R11 317Ethiopian Air

Sun, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 27

3:40 - 10:30

RUH

JNB

31h 50m2 stops

14:30 - 2:10

JNB

RUH

10h 40m1 stop

R11 709Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 15 - Sat, Feb 7

21:30 - 8:20

RUH

JNB

35h 50m2 stops

9:50 - 0:45

JNB

RUH

13h 55m2 stops

R11 726Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28

16:40 - 3:55

RUH

JNB

12h 15m1 stop

9:25 - 4:05

JNB

RUH

17h 40m3 stops

R12 425Qatar Airways

Mon, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 27

11:45 - 8:40

RUH

JNB

21h 55m1 stop

20:40 - 16:15

JNB

RUH

18h 35m1 stop

R12 476Qatar Airways

Sat, Mar 21 - Thu, May 7

Egyptair flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg

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Egyptair

Mar 30

RUH22:15Riyadh King Khaled Intl

33h 55m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 5

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 20m

1 stop

RUH3:05Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R10 209

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Egyptair

Feb 28

RUH22:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl

34h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 2

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 15m

1 stop

RUH12:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R10 806

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Egyptair

Dec 10

RUH22:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl

34h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 14

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 25m

1 stop

RUH3:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R18 509

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Ethiopian Air flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 15

RUH3:40Riyadh King Khaled Intl

10h 25m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 7

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 40m

1 stop

RUH2:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R10 039

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 18

RUH3:40Riyadh King Khaled Intl

10h 25m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 27

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 40m

1 stop

RUH2:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R10 192

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 20

RUH3:40Riyadh King Khaled Intl

10h 25m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 28

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

1 stop

RUH2:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R10 260

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 15/1

3:40-13:05

1 stop10h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

14:30-2:10

1 stop10h 40m

R10 039

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 18/1

3:40-13:05

1 stop10h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

14:30-2:10

1 stop10h 40m

R10 192

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 30/3

22:15-7:10

1 stop33h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

21:45-3:05

1 stop28h 20m

R10 209

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 20/1

3:40-13:05

1 stop10h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

8:20-2:10

1 stop16h 50m

R10 260

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 28/2

22:00-7:10

1 stop34h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

21:45-12:00

1 stop13h 15m

R10 806

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 18/1

3:40-13:05

1 stop10h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

16:40-2:10

2 stops32h 30m

R11 317

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 15/1

3:40-10:30

2 stops31h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

14:30-2:10

1 stop10h 40m

R11 709

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 21/1

21:30-8:20

2 stops35h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

9:50-0:45

2 stops13h 55m

R11 726

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 19/1

16:40-3:55

1 stop12h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

9:25-4:05

3 stops17h 40m

R12 425

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 21/3

11:45-8:40

1 stop21h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

20:40-16:15

1 stop18h 35m

R12 476

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R10 260. The month of September is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Riyadh averaging around R10 311.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

The cheapest day to depart from Riyadh to Johannesburg is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as R11 904. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Riyadh because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R13 954.

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

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as R9 126. Flying to Johannesburg at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the morning when prices are around R13 183.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from Riyadh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around R11 864 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from Riyadh for as low as R9 169 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	17h 00m
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The fastest flight from Riyadh to Johannesburg takes 17h 00m

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How far is Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Johannesburg by plane?
There are 5999,6 km between Riyadh King Khaled Intl and Johannesburg. By plane, this route typically takes 10h 25m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg?
Prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg?
The number of operators available for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg is 4 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Johannesburg. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Riyadh to Johannesburg

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R9 274	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 330 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R10 063	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 903 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 241	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 676 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R14 381	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 433 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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