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Cheap flights from Middle East to South Africa from R5 349

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
Feb 5 — Feb 121
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Middle East to South Africa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Middle East (0ME) to South Africa (ZA0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 31 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 977

One-way from

R5 349

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 235

Good round-trip deal

R13 753 or less

Good one-way deal

R11 365 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 20/2-25/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 20m total
  • Middle East to South Africa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 9/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 45m total
  • Middle East to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 625 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R6 493 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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Cheapest flights from Middle East to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Middle East to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 January 2025.

Fri 31/14:25DXB - JNB
1 stop17h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 5/214:35JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/1R8 977
Wed 21/50:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 50mKenya Airways
Fri 23/510:45JNB - DXB
1 stop16h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/1R9 051
Mon 3/211:50DXB - JNB
1 stop18h 05mQatar Airways
Sun 16/220:00JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/1R9 329
Fri 28/24:00DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 55mAir Tanzania
Wed 5/315:55JNB - DXB
1 stop32h 35mAir Tanzania
Deal found 30/1R10 069
Thu 27/217:00SHJ - JNB
1 stop12h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 5/320:00JNB - SHJ
1 stop12h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/1R10 143
Sun 16/310:30DXB - JNB
1 stop22h 40mEgyptair
Sun 23/321:45JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 30/1R10 328
Tue 18/23:40RUH - CPT
1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 1/313:50CPT - RUH
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/1R10 365
Wed 26/22:50SHJ - JNB
1 stop30h 20mEgyptair
Wed 5/321:45JNB - SHJ
1 stop26h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 30/1R10 365
Thu 13/20:35DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/28:20JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R10 662
Sun 16/34:20RUH - CPT
1 stop14h 05mQatar Airways
Sun 23/312:35CPT - RUH
1 stop20h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/1R11 291
Sat 1/321:15SHJ - JNB
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/316:55JNB - SHJ
3 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R11 754
Tue 8/417:10DXB - CPT
2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 13/413:50CPT - DXB
1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/1R12 142

Find flights from Middle East to South Africa within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Middle East to South Africa 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 31 January 2025.

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DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 20/2

4:25-13:10

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/2

8:20-2:55

1 stop16h 35m

R8 977

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 21/5

0:55-9:45

1 stop10h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/5

10:45-5:25

1 stop16h 40m

R9 051

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 28/2

4:00-14:55

1 stop12h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/3

15:55-2:30

1 stop32h 35m

R10 069

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Thu 27/2

17:00-3:55

1 stop12h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/3

20:00-10:15

1 stop12h 15m

R10 143

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 13/2

11:50-3:55

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/2

13:20-3:50

1 stop12h 30m

R10 254

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 16/3

10:30-7:10

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/3

21:45-15:00

1 stop15h 15m

R10 328

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 18/2

3:40-13:45

1 stop11h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/3

13:50-2:10

1 stop11h 20m

R10 365

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Wed 26/2

2:50-7:10

1 stop30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/3

21:45-2:05

1 stop26h 20m

R10 365

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 13/2

0:35-13:10

1 stop14h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/2

8:20-2:10

1 stop15h 50m

R10 662

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 16/3

4:20-17:25

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/3

12:35-10:25

1 stop20h 50m

R11 291

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Best time to book a flight from Middle East to South Africa

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Travel insights for flights from Middle East to South Africa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Middle East to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Middle East to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 ME to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Middle East to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 January 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Middle East to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Middle East to South Africa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 31 January 2025.

The most flights from 0ME to ZA0 are scheduled on a Friday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in South Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 31 January 2025.
Asiana Airlines
8,3
Very Good
461 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,3

Food

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Alex,Nov 2024

ICN - SIN

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Asiana Airlines
8,3
Very Good
461 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8,3
Very Good
461 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,3

Food

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Alex,Nov 2024

ICN - SIN

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 331 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8,3
Very Good
461 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,3

Food

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Alex,Nov 2024

ICN - SIN

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

KLM
7,8
Good
1 335 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8,3
Very Good
461 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,3

Food

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Alex,Nov 2024

ICN - SIN

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

ASKY
7,6
Good
54 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8,3
Very Good
461 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,3

Food

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Alex,Nov 2024

ICN - SIN

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Middle East to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R5 349 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Kenya Airways from R5 553 and Air Tanzania from R5 942 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Middle East to South Africa 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 Middle East to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Middle East to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Middle East to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 10 airlines flying from Middle East to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Middle East to South Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 31 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 049AverageR11 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SAUDIACheapestR6 882AverageR7 502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 667AverageR12 232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 792AverageR13 951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR7 825AverageR14 871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 195AverageR10 297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 603AverageR12 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 693AverageR10 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR9 015AverageR18 158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR14 379AverageR19 516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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