How long is the flight from South Africa to Ireland?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Ireland you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg to Dublin takes 17h 40m on average. On the other hand, flying from Port Elizabeth to Dublin takes 18h 15m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

Which airlines fly to Ireland?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Ireland from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Ireland. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Ireland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Ireland

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Ireland are updated daily.

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

As of September 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Ireland.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Ireland.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ireland?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Ireland 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 Ireland. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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9:45 - 7:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

22h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

8:05 - 8:25DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R9 809Etihad Airways

Sat, Oct 17 - Fri, Oct 30

9:45 - 19:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

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19:45 - 8:25DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R9 809Etihad Airways

Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27

20:55 - 13:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

17h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

14:05 - 15:15DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R10 166Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 27

20:55 - 13:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

17h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

14:05 - 15:35DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R10 166Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 25

0:55 - 9:35CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

34h 40m1 stop Istanbul

16:35 - 23:00DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 25m1 stop Istanbul

R10 848Turkish Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 15

16:35 - 16:05CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

24h 30m1 stop Istanbul

16:35 - 23:00DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 25m1 stop Istanbul

R11 157Turkish Airlines

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20:55 - 23:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

27h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Berlin Brandenburg

19:45 - 8:20DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R11 693Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 30

13:45 - 11:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

23h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Berlin Brandenburg

6:15 - 15:35DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 20m2 stops Berlin Brandenburg Doha Hamad Intl

R11 709Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9

20:00 - 11:20CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

41h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

20:50 - 18:00DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

R12 148Emirates

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1

13:15 - 20:15CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

32h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

14:20 - 16:40DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

R12 911Emirates

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

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22h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20:35 - 8:20DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R12 651Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5

23:15 - 12:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

14h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

9:55 - 11:25DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R13 593Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 30

17:00 - 13:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

21h 20m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl London Gatwick

6:25 - 15:50DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5

20:55 - 13:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

17h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

21:45 - 4:00DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R14 194Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1

23:15 - 16:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

18h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

8:50 - 11:25DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

R14 860KLM

Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 30

20:55 - 13:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

17h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

21:45 - 4:00DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R15 136Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1

15:25 - 17:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

27h 25m2 stops Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl Zurich

13:00 - 15:35DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 35m3 stops Zurich Frankfurt am Main Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl

R19 699SWISS

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5

15:25 - 12:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

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13:00 - 15:35DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R20 251SWISS

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5

18:45 - 20:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

50h 30m3 stops Harare Lusaka Dubai Intl

22:00 - 8:55DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 55m3 stops Dubai Intl Lusaka Harare

R29 427Emirates

Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1

10:00 - 20:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin

35h 15m3 stops Harare Lusaka Dubai Intl

22:00 - 15:15DUB Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 15m3 stops Dubai Intl Lusaka Harare

R32 431Emirates

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

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Oct 12

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34h 20m

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Oct 15

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 35m

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23h 30m

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R10 166

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Nov 19

JNB20:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 15m

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Nov 24

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22h 55m

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Oct 5

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R10 848

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R11 157

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1 stop34h 35m

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6:15-15:35

2 stops31h 20m

R11 709

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CPT Cape Town Intl - DUB Dublin

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Cape Town Intl

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20:00-11:20

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1 stop19h 10m

R12 148

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1 stop32h 00m

Dublin

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14:20-16:40

1 stop25h 20m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Ireland?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Ireland from South Africa, with most prices found around R10 995. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Ireland from South Africa during November instead. Flights to Ireland in November, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R11 482.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Ireland?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Ireland from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Ireland for around R11 589 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Ireland from South Africa for as low as R11 254 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 41% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Ireland flight.

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Best price found	R5 635
Fastest flight time	14h 25m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Ireland from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R5 635. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Ireland found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R9 809.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Ireland takes 14h 25m

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Ireland?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Ireland are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Ireland?
As of September 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Ireland.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Ireland?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Ireland.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ireland?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Ireland 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 Ireland. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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SWISS	PriceFrom R7 579	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 2 083 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R8 647	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 463 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 830	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 533 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R9 316	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 228 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R9 417	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 445 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
KLM	PriceFrom R10 049	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 575 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R10 056	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 651 reviews	Search Air France flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 072	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 731 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 115	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 235 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R10 687	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 664 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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