Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Saudi Arabia is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around R8 316, 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 R8 367.

Question 2

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

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According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Saudi Arabia. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was R6 950. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around R11 836. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 3

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

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You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a Saudi Arabia to South Africa flight.

Question 4

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 5

How often are flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between Saudi Arabia and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 204 minutes.

Question 6

What is the most punctual flight time for Saudi Arabia to South Africa flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 7

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

On average, it takes 10h 25m 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 Jeddah and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 11h 25m.

Question 10

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Flying to South Africa from Saudi Arabia at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R6 950 when looking at flights departing at midday. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the morning when prices are around R15 759.

Question 11

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Saudi Arabia to South Africa flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Scandinavian Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 100% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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 R9 596 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 904 on momondo.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

As of November 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa.

Question 15

How old do you have to be to fly from Saudi Arabia to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 16

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R7 432	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 899 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 665	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 312 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 256	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 677 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R14 468	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 422 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

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

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

You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a Saudi Arabia to South Africa flight.

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

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

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

How often are flights from Saudi Arabia to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between Saudi Arabia and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 204 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Saudi Arabia to South Africa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Saudi Arabia to South Africa flights?

According to our data, Scandinavian Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 100% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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