How many flights depart from South Africa to Middle East on average per day?

58 flights are operational daily from South Africa to Middle East as of May 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 19:00, with 73% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

Which airlines fly to Middle East?

Emirates, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Middle East from South Africa according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Middle East. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Middle East on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Middle East?

The average flight duration from South Africa to Middle East depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles is 23h 30m on average, while flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles is 24h 30m on average. Los Angeles is the most popular airport in Middle East.

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

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Middle East

How many flights depart from South Africa to Middle East on average per week?

410 flights are operational weekly from South Africa to Middle East as of May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Middle East are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to Middle East is 12 as of May 2026.

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

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 Middle East.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Middle East?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Middle East can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Middle East. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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9:50 - 16:40

JNB

DOH

29h 50m

1 stop

22:55 - 8:20

DOH

JNB

10h 25m

1 stop

R8 706Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 8

12:40 - 21:55

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DOH

8h 15mdirect

20:30 - 4:00

DOH

JNB

8h 30mdirect

R8 854Qatar Airways

Fri, Jul 31 - Fri, Aug 7

19:50 - 5:10

JNB

DOH

8h 20mdirect

20:35 - 4:00

DOH

JNB

8h 25mdirect

R8 986Qatar Airways

Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9

16:50 - 6:10

JNB

DOH

12h 20m

1 stop

8:40 - 2:20

DOH

JNB

18h 40m

1 stop

R9 364RwandAir

Fri, Jul 10 - Wed, Jul 15

3:10 - 10:30

JNB

DXB

29h 20m

2 stops

0:30 - 2:20

DXB

JNB

27h 50m

2 stops

R9 414RwandAir

Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9

14:25 - 23:25

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DXB

31h 00m

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0:55 - 13:35

DXB

CPT

14h 40m

2 stops

R10 846Kenya Airways

Thu, Jun 18 - Wed, Jun 24

13:50 - 2:55

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DXB

11h 05m

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4:25 - 14:10

DXB

CPT

11h 45m

1 stop

R10 994Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jun 18 - Thu, Jun 25

18:40 - 5:00

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DXB

8h 20mdirect

10:15 - 16:35

DXB

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8h 20mdirect

R11 208Emirates

Thu, Jun 18 - Thu, Jun 25

18:40 - 5:00

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DXB

8h 20mdirect

10:15 - 16:35

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8h 20mdirect

R11 438Emirates

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

14:30 - 3:25

JNB

SHJ

10h 55m

1 stop

4:25 - 13:25

SHJ

JNB

11h 00m

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R13 627Ethiopian Air

Wed, Jun 17 - Wed, Jun 24

Emirates flights from South Africa to Middle East

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May 28

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

8h 10m

DXB23:40Dubai Intl

Jun 4

DXB14:25Dubai Intl

8h 10m

JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 220

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Jun 7

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

8h 10m

DXB23:40Dubai Intl

Jun 14

DXB9:55Dubai Intl

8h 20m

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 286

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Jun 5

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

8h 10m

DXB23:40Dubai Intl

Jun 8

DXB9:55Dubai Intl

8h 20m

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 303

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Kenya Airways

Jun 18

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

31h 00m

2 stops

DXB23:25Dubai Intl

Jun 24

DXB0:55Dubai Intl

14h 40m

2 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

R10 846

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Jun 10

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

31h 00m

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Jun 16

DXB0:55Dubai Intl

14h 40m

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CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

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Jun 17

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

31h 00m

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DXB23:25Dubai Intl

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14h 40m

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CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R9 364

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R9 414

Cape TownDubai

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Thu 18/6

14:25-23:25

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0:55-13:35

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R10 846

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Thu 25/6

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R11 208

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DUR - DXB

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Mon 21/9

18:40-5:00

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10:15-16:35

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JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

14:30-3:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Wed 24/6

4:25-13:25

1 stop11h 00m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Middle East?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Middle East. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R10 023. If you don’t want to visit Middle East in February, then you should wait until November to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R10 089.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Middle East?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Middle East is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Middle East on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as R12 860. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around R13 440. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Middle East.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Middle East?

Our data shows that the cheapest South Africa to Middle East flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Middle East in the morning for as low as R12 366. Flights to Middle East are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of R13 896. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest South Africa to Middle East flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Middle East?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Middle East from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Middle East for around R10 201 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Middle East from South Africa for as low as R9 957 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to Middle East flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to Middle East flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Middle East flight.

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Best price found	R5 308
Fastest flight time	8h 00m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Middle East	112 airports

The best one-way flight to Middle East from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R5 308. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Middle East found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 004.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Middle East takes 8h 00m

Direct flights go from South Africa to Middle East every day.

There are 112 airports in Middle East. From South Africa there are direct flights to Doha Hamad Intl (DOH), Dubai Intl (DXB).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Middle East

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Middle East?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Middle East are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Middle East?
The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to Middle East is 12 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Middle East?
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 Middle East.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Middle East?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Middle East can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Middle East. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to Middle East?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between South Africa and Middle East, the leading plane model is Boeing 777-300ER, making up 32,51% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A380-800 with 25,68%, Airbus A350-900 with 14,67%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 12,94%.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 796	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 002 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R5 950	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 442 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R6 283	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 428 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R7 002	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 731 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom R7 788	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 42 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Air Tanzania	PriceFrom R8 043	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 24 reviews	Search Air Tanzania flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R8 299	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 303 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R8 422	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 573 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 421	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 394 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air Seychelles	PriceFrom R9 478	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Air Seychelles flights

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Can I find flights from South Africa to Middle East with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Middle East from South Africa which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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