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

On average, it takes 9h 45m to fly from Saudi Arabia to South Africa if you fly out of Jeddah (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 10h 40m.

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

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Etihad Airways 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 50% 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.

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 April 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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4:40 - 8:20

DMM

JNB

28h 40m

1 stop

9:50 - 14:55

JNB

DMM

28h 05m

1 stop

R8 293Etihad Airways

Fri, Jun 26 - Fri, Aug 21

4:40 - 8:20

DMM

JNB

28h 40m

1 stop

9:50 - 14:55

JNB

DMM

28h 05m

1 stop

R8 326Etihad Airways

Fri, Jun 26 - Fri, Aug 21

14:15 - 10:30

DMM

JNB

21h 15m

1 stop

12:40 - 9:20

JNB

DMM

19h 40m

1 stop

R9 267Qatar Airways

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17

20:30 - 10:30

DMM

JNB

15h 00m

1 stop

20:55 - 9:20

JNB

DMM

11h 25m

1 stop

R9 565Qatar Airways

Sun, Jun 7 - Wed, Jun 17

18:10 - 10:30

RUH

JNB

17h 20m

1 stop

18:00 - 11:15

JNB

RUH

16h 15m

1 stop

R11 283Turkish Airlines

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17

6:25 - 10:30

RUH

JNB

29h 05m

1 stop

17:50 - 17:10

JNB

RUH

22h 20m

1 stop

R11 844Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16

3:50 - 13:25

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JNB

10h 35m

1 stop

14:30 - 2:40

JNB

MED

11h 10m

1 stop

R15 413Ethiopian Air

Sun, May 24 - Wed, Jun 3

3:50 - 13:25

MED

JNB

10h 35m

1 stop

14:30 - 2:40

JNB

MED

11h 10m

1 stop

R16 007Ethiopian Air

Sun, May 24 - Thu, Jun 4

4:35 - 18:05

MED

CPT

14h 30m

1 stop

13:15 - 16:00

CPT

MED

25h 45m

1 stop

R16 354Emirates

Fri, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 1

17:35 - 10:15

MED

JNB

17h 40m

1 stop

19:10 - 16:00

JNB

MED

19h 50m

1 stop

R16 404Emirates

Sun, May 24 - Thu, Jun 4

Qatar Airways flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

Jun 10

DMM14:15Dammam King Fahad Intl

21h 15m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 17

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 40m

1 stop

DMM9:20Dammam King Fahad Intl

R9 267

Qatar Airways

Jun 7

DMM20:30Dammam King Fahad Intl

15h 00m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 17

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 25m

1 stop

DMM9:20Dammam King Fahad Intl

R9 565

Qatar Airways

Jun 6

DMM14:15Dammam King Fahad Intl

21h 15m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 13

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 15m

1 stop

DMM10:55Dammam King Fahad Intl

R9 796

Egyptair flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa

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Egyptair

Jun 13

DMM4:05Dammam King Fahad Intl

28h 05m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 14

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 20m

1 stop

DMM3:05Dammam King Fahad Intl

R10 275

Egyptair

Jun 12

DMM20:50Dammam King Fahad Intl

35h 20m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 14

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 10m

1 stop

DMM5:55Dammam King Fahad Intl

R10 556

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Dammam King Fahad Intl

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4:40-8:20

1 stop28h 40m

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9:50-14:55

1 stop28h 05m

R8 293

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DMM - JNB

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Dammam King Fahad Intl

Fri 26/6

4:40-8:20

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

9:50-14:55

1 stop28h 05m

R8 326

DammamJohannesburg

DMM - JNB

DMMJNB

Dammam King Fahad Intl

Wed 10/6

14:15-10:30

1 stop21h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

12:40-9:20

1 stop19h 40m

R9 267

DammamJohannesburg

DMM - JNB

DMMJNB

Dammam King Fahad Intl

Sun 7/6

20:30-10:30

1 stop15h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

20:55-9:20

1 stop11h 25m

R9 565

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 10/6

18:10-10:30

1 stop17h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

18:00-11:15

1 stop16h 15m

R11 283

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH - JNB

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 9/6

6:25-10:30

1 stop29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

17:50-17:10

1 stop22h 20m

R11 844

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MedinaJohannesburg

MED - JNB

MEDJNB

Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz

Sun 24/5

3:50-13:25

1 stop10h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

14:30-2:40

1 stop11h 10m

R15 413

MedinaJohannesburg

MED - JNB

MEDJNB

Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz

Sun 24/5

3:50-13:25

1 stop10h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

14:30-2:40

1 stop11h 10m

R16 007

MedinaCape Town

MED - CPT

MEDCPT

Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz

Fri 28/8

4:35-18:05

1 stop14h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

13:15-16:00

1 stop25h 45m

R16 354

MedinaJohannesburg

MED - JNB

MEDJNB

Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz

Sun 24/5

17:35-10:15

1 stop17h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

19:10-16:00

1 stop19h 50m

R16 404

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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 March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R5 418, 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 June to fly from Saudi Arabia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R5 964.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Saudi Arabia to South Africa

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 April 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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 133	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 433 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R7 446	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 003 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R8 693	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 725 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R14 458	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 568 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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