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Cheap flights from South Africa to Israel from R8 664

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — TLV
fev 26 — mar 51
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Israel

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Israel flight deals. Data was last updated 21 fevereiro 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 088

One-way from

R8 664

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 245
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/4-22/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 35m total
  • South Africa to Israel
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 10m total
  • South Africa to Israel
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 412 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 686 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Israel
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Israel. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 fevereiro 2025.

sáb 22/28:20JNB - TLV
1 stop13h 40mEthiopian Air
sáb 1/35:30TLV - JNB
1 stop14h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R8 922
seg 10/39:55JNB - TLV
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
ter 18/36:40TLV - JNB
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R10 747
seg 1/99:50JNB - TLV
1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways
qui 11/97:30TLV - JNB
1 stop26h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/2R12 683
dom 16/319:40JNB - TLV
1 stop18h 30mAir France
seg 31/316:30TLV - JNB
2 stops29h 50mAir France
Deal found 20/2R12 996
seg 24/214:35CPT - TLV
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
seg 10/323:30TLV - CPT
1 stop15h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R13 015
sex 21/223:55JNB - TLV
1 stop16h 55mSWISS
qui 6/318:00TLV - JNB
1 stop16h 25mSWISS
Deal found 21/2R13 126
seg 10/319:35JNB - TLV
2 stops43h 10mAustrian Airlines
ter 18/35:55TLV - JNB
2 stops27h 35mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 20/2R14 047
sáb 22/222:20JNB - TLV
1 stop33h 30mEmirates
dom 9/314:55TLV - JNB
1 stop25h 40mEmirates
Deal found 21/2R15 098
ter 25/210:10JNB - TLV
1 stop29h 55mLufthansa
ter 4/317:10TLV - JNB
2 stops40h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 21/2R15 190
ter 13/519:00CPT - TLV
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
sex 23/517:05TLV - CPT
2 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2R15 743
ter 13/513:05CPT - TLV
1 stop20h 40mEmirates
sex 23/523:50TLV - CPT
1 stop36h 45mEmirates
Deal found 21/2R16 554
seg 24/29:30CPT - TLV
2 stops31h 30mSWISS
dom 9/318:00TLV - CPT
2 stops61h 40mSWISS
Deal found 20/2R17 071

Find flights from South Africa to Israel within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Israel that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 fevereiro 2025.

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South Africa

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Israel

Route

Depart

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Price

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qua 16/4

7:45-21:10

1 stop12h 25m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

ter 22/4

10:00-20:10

1 stop11h 10m

R9 088

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

seg 10/3

9:55-11:30

2 stops25h 35m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

ter 18/3

6:40-8:35

1 stop25h 55m

R10 747

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom 16/3

19:40-14:10

1 stop18h 30m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

seg 31/3

16:30-21:20

2 stops29h 50m

R12 996

Cape TownTel Aviv

CPT - TLV

CPTTLV

Cape Town Intl

qui 13/3

15:20-4:50

1 stop13h 30m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

qui 27/3

23:30-13:45

1 stop14h 15m

R13 586

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

seg 10/3

19:35-14:45

2 stops43h 10m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

ter 18/3

5:55-9:30

2 stops27h 35m

R14 047

Cape TownTel Aviv

CPT - TLV

CPTTLV

Cape Town Intl

ter 13/5

19:00-17:00

1 stop21h 00m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

sex 23/5

17:05-9:30

2 stops41h 25m

R15 743

Cape TownTel Aviv

CPT - TLV

CPTTLV

Cape Town Intl

ter 13/5

13:05-10:45

1 stop20h 40m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

sex 23/5

23:50-11:35

1 stop36h 45m

R16 554

Cape TownTel Aviv

CPT - TLV

CPTTLV

Cape Town Intl

sex 7/3

8:50-14:10

1 stop29h 20m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

qui 3/4

16:30-21:30

1 stop30h 00m

R17 366

Cape TownTel Aviv

CPT - TLV

CPTTLV

Cape Town Intl

ter 13/5

18:05-16:00

2 stops20h 55m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

sex 23/5

17:05-9:30

2 stops41h 25m

R17 753

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ter 15/7

19:10-10:45

1 stop14h 35m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

sáb 19/7

0:50-20:50

1 stop21h 00m

R18 343

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Israel

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to Israel including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Israel?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Israel (average of R646). Flying from South Africa to Israel in September is currently the most expensive (average of R770). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Israel. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 fevereiro 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Israel as you normally would.

Rainfall in Israel by month

Plan your trip to Israel by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Israel ranges from 0.0 - 127.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 127.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Israel when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Israel by month

Plan your trip to Israel by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Israel, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Israel

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Israel. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Israel. Reviews last updated 21 fevereiro 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to Israel, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Austrian Airlines and SWISS. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Israel. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve South Africa to Israel flights?

    South Africa services flights to Tel Aviv, Israel, through the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. The airport is located 20 km from the heart of Johannesburg and takes 25 minutes to arrive by taxi or 55 minutes by public transit. If you prefer to fly out of a different airport, The Lanseria International Airport also services flights to Israel and is also located in Johannesburg. If you are looking for a destination other than Tel Aviv, the Cape Town International Airport services flights to Eilat as well.

  • Which airlines fly directly from South Africa to Israel?

    Unfortunately there are no direct flights between South Africa and Israel. The quickest flight from South Africa to Israel is with Ethiopian Airlines, servicing from the O.R. Tambo International Airport to the Tel Aviv-Yafo Airport. Stopovers can last just a few hours or several, including overnight stays in connecting airports.

  • What are the stopover options on flights from South Africa to Israel?

    From Johannesburg, travellers have the option of taking an Ethiopian Airlines flight with a single stop in the Bole International Airport or an Alitalia flight with a stop at the Leonardo da Vinci International Airport. Each stopover adds several hours to the total flight time. You can expect flights from South Africa to Israel to take anywhere from 12-29 hours. Alternatively, there are British Airways and Ethiopian Airlines flights from the Cape Town International Airport to Tel Aviv with one or two stops in Johannesburg and Bole.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from South Africa to Israel?

    Passports are required for entry into Israel. Passports must be valid until at least six months after the scheduled date of entry. Additional valid ID may be required by the airlines to enter the flight. Visitor visas and student visas are also accepted as valid passports, as long as they have been renewed prior to the date of travel. The processing of new visas can take up to a week, which is why travellers are recommended to apply for new visas well in advance of their travels.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Israel one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ethiopian Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R8 664. Emirates flights start at R11 927 while deals on Lufthansa start at R25 145 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Israel that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Israel flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Israel?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Israel.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Israel?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Israel by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Israel?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Israel (average of R646). Flying from South Africa to Israel in September is currently the most expensive (average of R770). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Israel

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 189AverageR11 292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 031AverageR15 332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 601AverageR13 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 660AverageR13 382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 734AverageR13 358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR11 953AverageR14 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR12 153AverageR14 380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EL ALCheapestR13 367AverageR17 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 285AverageR16 550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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