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Cheap flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg from R5 156

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22:15 - 7:10RUH-JNB
33h 55m1 stop
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21:45 - 3:05JNB-RUH
28h 20m1 stop
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Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27
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4:00 - 7:10RUH-JNB
28h 10m1 stop
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21:45 - 3:05JNB-RUH
28h 20m1 stop
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Mon, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 21
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22:00 - 7:10RUH-JNB
34h 10m1 stop
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21:45 - 21:00JNB-RUH
22h 15m1 stop
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Wed, Nov 26 - Fri, Nov 28
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3:40 - 13:05RUH-JNB
10h 25m1 stop
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14:30 - 2:10JNB-RUH
10h 40m1 stop
R10 053Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 28
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3:40 - 13:05RUH-JNB
10h 25m1 stop
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14:30 - 2:10JNB-RUH
10h 40m1 stop
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Tue, Nov 25 - Sat, Nov 29
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22:00 - 7:10RUH-JNB
34h 10m1 stop
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14:30 - 2:10JNB-RUH
10h 40m1 stop
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22:00 - 7:10RUH-JNB
34h 10m1 stop
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14:30 - 2:10JNB-RUH
10h 40m1 stop
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Wed, Nov 26 - Fri, Nov 28
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12:35 - 8:40RUH-JNB
21h 05m1 stop
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13:45 - 10:15JNB-RUH
19h 30m1 stop
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Tue, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 16
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16:45 - 8:20RUH-JNB
16h 35m1 stop
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10h 40m1 stop
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16:40 - 8:40RUH-JNB
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Egyptair flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Egyptair deals on Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Egyptair
Apr 20
RUH22:15Riyadh King Khaled Intl
33h 55m
1 stop
JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 27
JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 20m
1 stop
RUH3:05Riyadh King Khaled Intl
R9 035
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Egyptair
Nov 17
RUH4:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl
28h 10m
1 stop
JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 21
JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 20m
1 stop
RUH3:05Riyadh King Khaled Intl
R9 053
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Egyptair
Nov 26
RUH22:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl
34h 10m
1 stop
JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 28
JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m
1 stop
RUH21:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl
R9 673
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Ethiopian Air flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Ethiopian Air
Nov 25
RUH3:40Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 25m
1 stop
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 28
JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 40m
1 stop
RUH2:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl
R10 053
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Ethiopian Air
Nov 25
RUH3:40Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 25m
1 stop
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 28
JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 40m
1 stop
RUH2:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl
R10 070
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Ethiopian Air
Dec 9
RUH3:40Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 25m
1 stop
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
Dec 17
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 50m
1 stop
RUH2:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl
R10 139
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 27 October 2025.
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RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 20/4

22:15-7:10

1 stop33h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

21:45-3:05

1 stop28h 20m

R9 035

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 17/11

4:00-7:10

1 stop28h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

21:45-3:05

1 stop28h 20m

R9 053

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 26/11

22:00-7:10

1 stop34h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

21:45-21:00

1 stop22h 15m

R9 673

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 25/11

3:40-13:05

1 stop10h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

14:30-2:10

1 stop10h 40m

R10 053

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 25/11

3:40-13:05

1 stop10h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

14:30-2:10

1 stop10h 40m

R10 070

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 26/11

22:00-7:10

1 stop34h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

14:30-2:10

1 stop10h 40m

R10 622

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 26/11

22:00-7:10

1 stop34h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

14:30-2:10

1 stop10h 40m

R10 708

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 10/2

12:35-8:40

1 stop21h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

13:45-10:15

1 stop19h 30m

R10 812

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 17/4

16:45-8:20

1 stop16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

9:50-21:30

1 stop10h 40m

R11 501

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 10/2

16:40-8:40

1 stop17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

7:30-3:35

2 stops19h 05m

R12 501

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Riyadh is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R10 380, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during the month of February, then departing from Riyadh during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R10 432.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is on a Sunday. Travellers who choose to depart for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as R12 044. 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 R14 118.

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

Flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Riyadh at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R9 233 when looking at flights departing at midday. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is in the morning when prices are around R13 338.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Riyadh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around R12 507 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Riyadh for as low as R9 277 on momondo.

How have Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 14% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (RUH to JNB) flight deals and tips

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  • How far is Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo by plane?

    There are 5985,6 km between Riyadh King Khaled Intl and Johannesburg OR Tambo. Flights usually cover this in 10h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

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

    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 Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R9 383Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 282 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R10 275Free CancellationRating
7,2
877 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R10 361Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 658 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R14 549Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 388 reviews
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