How long is the flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia?

The average flight duration from South Africa to Saudi Arabia depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl is 11h 10m on average, while flying from Cape Town Intl to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl is 10h 15m on average. Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl is the most popular airport in Saudi Arabia.

What are the most popular cities to visit in Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Arabia is full of interesting cities to visit if you’re interested in touring the country. The majority of our users (68%) visit Jeddah more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in Saudi Arabia include Medina and Riyadh.

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Flights to Jeddah

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 25

JNB

13h 30m

1 stop

JED

Mar 7

JED

9h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R7 726

Ethiopian Air

Feb 25

JNB

13h 30m

1 stop

JED

Mar 7

JED

9h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R7 742

Ethiopian Air

Feb 24

JNB

13h 30m

1 stop

JED

Mar 2

JED

9h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R7 791

Ethiopian Air

Feb 27

JNB

13h 30m

1 stop

JED

Mar 14

JED

13h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R7 903

Ethiopian Air

Feb 26

JNB

13h 30m

1 stop

JED

Mar 2

JED

9h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R7 935

Etihad Airways

Feb 9

JNB

17h 25m

1 stop

JED

Feb 25

JED

30h 05m

1 stop

JNB

R7 967

Ethiopian Air

Feb 27

JNB

13h 30m

1 stop

JED

Mar 4

JED

13h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R8 287

Ethiopian Air

Apr 9

JNB

13h 40m

1 stop

JED

Apr 13

JED

13h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R8 304

Ethiopian Air

Feb 13

JNB

13h 30m

1 stop

JED

Feb 19

JED

9h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R8 320

Ethiopian Air

Feb 16

JNB

13h 30m

1 stop

JED

Feb 24

JED

9h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R8 336

Ethiopian Air

Feb 9

JNB

13h 30m

1 stop

JED

Feb 28

JED

9h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R8 368

Ethiopian Air

Jun 13

JNB

13h 40m

1 stop

JED

Jun 16

JED

13h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R8 512

Flights to Medina

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Emirates

Feb 6

PZB

32h 05m

2 stops

MED

Feb 9

MED

28h 15m

2 stops

PZB

R16 960

Emirates

Feb 6

PZB

40h 10m

2 stops

MED

Feb 9

MED

28h 15m

2 stops

PZB

R17 328

Emirates

Feb 6

PZB

38h 30m

2 stops

MED

Feb 9

MED

15h 30m

2 stops

PZB

R17 633

Flights to Riyadh

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Etihad Airways

Jun 4

CPT

25h 05m

2 stops

RUH

Jun 8

RUH

33h 40m

2 stops

CPT

R11 542

Etihad Airways

Jun 4

CPT

25h 05m

2 stops

RUH

Jun 8

RUH

33h 40m

2 stops

CPT

R11 558

Qatar Airways

Feb 14

CPT

19h 00m

1 stop

RUH

Feb 15

RUH

22h 10m

1 stop

CPT

R11 814

Qatar Airways

Mar 12

CPT

14h 15m

1 stop

RUH

Mar 19

RUH

30h 40m

1 stop

CPT

R12 391

Turkish Airlines

Jun 4

CPT

17h 40m

1 stop

RUH

Jun 8

RUH

30h 25m

1 stop

CPT

R12 968

Turkish Airlines

Jun 4

CPT

35h 50m

1 stop

RUH

Jun 8

RUH

30h 25m

1 stop

CPT

R13 000

Multiple Airlines

Mar 12

CPT

16h 10m

2 stops

RUH

Mar 18

RUH

20h 55m

2 stops

CPT

R13 337

Multiple Airlines

Feb 14

CPT

16h 40m

2 stops

RUH

Feb 15

RUH

30h 45m

1 stop

CPT

R13 497

Multiple Airlines

Mar 12

CPT

26h 25m

2 stops

RUH

Mar 19

RUH

33h 10m

3 stops

CPT

R13 706

Ethiopian Air

Mar 12

CPT

16h 10m

2 stops

RUH

Mar 18

RUH

11h 55m

1 stop

CPT

R14 026

Multiple Airlines

Feb 14

CPT

11h 20m

1 stop

RUH

Feb 15

RUH

40h 40m

3 stops

CPT

R14 876

Multiple Airlines

Feb 14

CPT

16h 40m

2 stops

RUH

Feb 15

RUH

38h 45m

3 stops

CPT

R15 277

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23:00 - 13:30

JNB

JED

13h 30m

1 stop

4:40 - 13:05

JED

JNB

9h 25m

1 stop

R7 726Ethiopian Air

Wed, Feb 25 - Sat, Mar 7

23:00 - 13:30

JNB

JED

13h 30m

1 stop

4:40 - 13:05

JED

JNB

9h 25m

1 stop

R7 791Ethiopian Air

Tue, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 2

9:50 - 4:15

JNB

JED

17h 25m

1 stop

3:15 - 8:20

JED

JNB

30h 05m

1 stop

R7 967Etihad Airways

Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 25

13:50 - 15:55

CPT

RUH

25h 05m

2 stops

4:20 - 13:00

RUH

CPT

33h 40m

2 stops

R11 542Etihad Airways

Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8

13:15 - 10:00

CPT

JED

19h 45m

1 stop

3:25 - 17:20

JED

CPT

14h 55m

1 stop

R11 574Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 7 - Fri, Apr 17

18:55 - 14:55

CPT

RUH

19h 00m

1 stop

20:20 - 17:30

RUH

CPT

22h 10m

1 stop

R11 814Qatar Airways

Sat, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 15

16:35 - 11:15

CPT

RUH

17h 40m

1 stop

6:25 - 11:50

RUH

CPT

30h 25m

1 stop

R12 968Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8

16:35 - 5:25

CPT

RUH

35h 50m

1 stop

6:25 - 11:50

RUH

CPT

30h 25m

1 stop

R13 000Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8

7:05 - 0:15

PZB

MED

40h 10m

2 stops

4:50 - 8:05

MED

PZB

28h 15m

2 stops

R17 328Emirates

Fri, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 9

8:45 - 0:15

PZB

MED

38h 30m

2 stops

4:50 - 19:20

MED

PZB

15h 30m

2 stops

R17 633Emirates

Fri, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 9

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

23:00-13:30

1 stop13h 30m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Sat 7/3

4:40-13:05

1 stop9h 25m

R7 726

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

23:00-13:30

1 stop13h 30m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Mon 2/3

4:40-13:05

1 stop9h 25m

R7 791

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

9:50-4:15

1 stop17h 25m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Wed 25/2

3:15-8:20

1 stop30h 05m

R7 967

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

13:50-15:55

2 stops25h 05m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 8/6

4:20-13:00

2 stops33h 40m

R11 542

Cape TownJeddah

CPT - JED

CPTJED

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/4

13:15-10:00

1 stop19h 45m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Fri 17/4

3:25-17:20

1 stop14h 55m

R11 574

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/2

18:55-14:55

1 stop19h 00m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 15/2

20:20-17:30

1 stop22h 10m

R11 814

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

16:35-11:15

1 stop17h 40m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 8/6

6:25-11:50

1 stop30h 25m

R12 968

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

16:35-5:25

1 stop35h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 8/6

6:25-11:50

1 stop30h 25m

R13 000

PietermaritzburgMedina

PZB - MED

PZBMED

Pietermaritzburg

Fri 6/2

7:05-0:15

2 stops40h 10m

Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz

Mon 9/2

4:50-8:05

2 stops28h 15m

R17 328

PietermaritzburgMedina

PZB - MED

PZBMED

Pietermaritzburg

Fri 6/2

8:45-0:15

2 stops38h 30m

Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz

Mon 9/2

4:50-19:20

2 stops15h 30m

R17 633

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Saudi Arabia flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to Saudi Arabia?

Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia from South Africa according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Saudi Arabia. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Saudi Arabia flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 498
Best Round-Trip Price	R7 726
Fastest flight time	13h 30m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Saudi Arabia from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 498 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Saudi Arabia from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R7 726 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl).

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The fastest flight to Saudi Arabia from South Africa takes 13h 30m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Saudi Arabia, with a 0% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Saudi Arabia

What is the best airport to land at to visit Prophet's Mosque?

Flying into Medina Airport is typically the best way to visit Prophet's Mosque, since it is the closest airport to the area.

What is the cheapest flight to Saudi Arabia?

If you are looking to fly to Saudi Arabia for less, look to airlines like flyadeal, flynas, and SAUDIA, with prices starting at R476, R2 530, and R2 703 respectively.

Which airlines fly to Saudi Arabia?

Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Saudi Arabia. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most popular airport in Saudi Arabia to fly to?

49% of our momondo users travelling to Saudi Arabia in the past year chose to fly into Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl in the past year, making it the most popular airport in Saudi Arabia. The Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl airport serves the city of Jeddah.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Saudi Arabia?

Prices for flights to Saudi Arabia refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Saudi Arabia?

The number of operators available for flights to Saudi Arabia is 12 as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Saudi Arabia?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Saudi Arabia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Saudi Arabia?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Saudi Arabia?

It is quick and easy to find flights to Saudi Arabia on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Saudi Arabia that suits you.

Can I find flights to Saudi Arabia with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Saudi Arabia on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Saudi Arabia?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Saudi Arabia by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Saudi Arabia right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Of course. momondo tracks the price of Saudi Arabia flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.