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 Riyadh and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 10h 45m.

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 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Egyptair, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating 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 July 2026, there are 5 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 - 13:25

DMM

JNB

11h 45m

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8:20 - 1:45

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R8 463Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 11

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R8 677Ethiopian Air

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R8 743Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9

13:00 - 7:10

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R10 107Egyptair

Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 6

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R10 665Qatar Airways

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Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

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Ethiopian Air flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Sept 3

DMM2:40Dammam King Fahad Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 11

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 25m

1 stop

DMM1:45Dammam King Fahad Intl

R8 463

Ethiopian Air

Sept 3

DMM2:40Dammam King Fahad Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 11

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 25m

1 stop

DMM1:45Dammam King Fahad Intl

R8 677

Ethiopian Air

Jul 27

DMM2:40Dammam King Fahad Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 29

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 15m

1 stop

DMM1:45Dammam King Fahad Intl

R8 825

Egyptair flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa

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Egyptair

Nov 1

RUH13:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl

19h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 6

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 15m

1 stop

RUH12:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R10 107

Egyptair

Nov 7

RUH22:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl

34h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 11

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 15m

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RUH12:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R10 567

Egyptair

Nov 7

RUH22:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl

34h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 11

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 15m

1 stop

RUH12:00Riyadh King Khaled Intl

R10 583

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Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

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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 R10 090, 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 November to fly from Saudi Arabia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R10 764.

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You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Saudi Arabia to South Africa flight.

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The fastest flight from Saudi Arabia to South Africa takes 9h 45m

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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 July 2026, there are 5 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
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R5 382	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 747 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 800	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 009 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 096	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 486 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 024	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 447 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R14 383	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 632 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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