What is the cheapest airline that flies from Saudi Arabia to South Africa?

Egyptair, Etihad Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Saudi Arabia to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Saudi Arabia according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

On average, it takes 10h 40m to fly from Saudi Arabia to South Africa if you fly out of Riyadh (the most popular airport in Saudi Arabia) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Dammam and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 11h 25m.

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

Prices for flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa are updated daily.

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

As of February 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia 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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2:40 - 13:05

DMM

JNB

11h 25m

1 stop

8:20 - 1:45

JNB

DMM

16h 25m

1 stop

R7 739Ethiopian Air

Wed, Jul 8 - Wed, Aug 19

22:40 - 8:20

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JNB

10h 40m

1 stop

9:50 - 14:55

JNB

DMM

28h 05m

1 stop

R7 770Etihad Airways

Fri, May 22 - Sun, May 31

3:40 - 14:35

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CPT

11h 55m

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13:50 - 2:10

CPT

RUH

11h 20m

1 stop

R7 802Ethiopian Air

Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 30

16:50 - 8:20

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JNB

16h 30m

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9:50 - 9:10

JNB

DMM

22h 20m

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R7 866Etihad Airways

Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 17

2:40 - 13:05

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JNB

11h 25m

1 stop

8:20 - 1:45

JNB

DMM

16h 25m

1 stop

R7 882Ethiopian Air

Wed, Jul 1 - Wed, Aug 5

15:20 - 3:55

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JNB

13h 35m

1 stop

14:30 - 2:40

JNB

JED

11h 10m

1 stop

R7 897Ethiopian Air

Thu, May 14 - Sat, Jun 6

11:30 - 15:50

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JNB

29h 20m

1 stop

12:40 - 3:20

JNB

JED

13h 40m

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R9 200Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 7

21:25 - 4:00

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JNB

31h 35m

1 stop

14:45 - 3:40

JNB

RUH

11h 55m

1 stop

R9 534Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15

17:10 - 10:30

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18h 20m

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17:50 - 10:35

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15h 45m

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R11 806Turkish Airlines

Sun, Apr 5 - Tue, Apr 14

17:40 - 10:30

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JNB

17h 50m

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17:50 - 4:25

JNB

MED

33h 35m

1 stop

R12 092Turkish Airlines

Mon, May 18 - Sat, Jun 6

Qatar Airways flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

Feb 26

DMM10:50Dammam King Fahad Intl

18h 05m

1 stop

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 2

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 25m

1 stop

DMM3:10Dammam King Fahad Intl

R8 819

Qatar Airways

Feb 25

DMM4:40Dammam King Fahad Intl

11h 55m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 2

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 25m

1 stop

DMM3:10Dammam King Fahad Intl

R8 994

Qatar Airways

Apr 1

JED11:30Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

29h 20m

1 stop

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 7

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 40m

1 stop

JED3:20Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

R9 200

Ethiopian Air flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

May 20

RUH3:40Riyadh King Khaled Intl

11h 55m

1 stop

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Jun 5

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

RUH2:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R7 468

Ethiopian Air

Jul 8

DMM2:40Dammam King Fahad Intl

11h 25m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 19

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 25m

1 stop

DMM1:45Dammam King Fahad Intl

R7 739

Ethiopian Air

Apr 23

RUH3:40Riyadh King Khaled Intl

11h 55m

1 stop

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Apr 30

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

RUH2:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R7 802

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8:20-1:45

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Dammam King Fahad Intl

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22:40-8:20

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9:50-14:55

1 stop28h 05m

R7 770

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

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3:40-14:35

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16:50-8:20

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R7 866

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Dammam King Fahad Intl

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2:40-13:05

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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8:20-1:45

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Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Thu 14/5

15:20-3:55

1 stop13h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

14:30-2:40

1 stop11h 10m

R7 897

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Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

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11:30-15:50

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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12:40-3:20

1 stop13h 40m

R9 200

RiyadhJohannesburg

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RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 8/4

21:25-4:00

1 stop31h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

14:45-3:40

1 stop11h 55m

R9 534

MedinaJohannesburg

MED - JNB

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Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz

Sun 5/4

17:10-10:30

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17:50-10:35

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Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz

Mon 18/5

17:40-10:30

1 stop17h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

17:50-4:25

1 stop33h 35m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Saudi Arabia to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Saudi Arabia is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around R7 707, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in September, then you should wait until May to fly from Saudi Arabia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R7 754.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Saudi Arabia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R8 822 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 Saudi Arabia for as low as R7 532 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Saudi Arabia to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 48% on your flight if you consider stops on a Saudi Arabia to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	10h 40m
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The fastest flight from Saudi Arabia to South Africa takes 10h 40m

There are no direct flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Saudi Arabia to South Africa.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa?
As of February 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia 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.

Best airlines flying from Saudi Arabia to South Africa

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Saudi Arabia to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R7 452	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 962 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 504	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 420 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R8 362	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 746 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 907	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 534 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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