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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ireland from R5 622

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DUB
Sep 11 — Sep 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Ireland

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Ireland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Ireland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 August 2026.

Thu 3/913:30 -
2 stops27h 35m
Thu 17/910:40 -
2 stops22h 00m
Deal found 11/8R10 288
Sun 8/119:50 -
1 stop34h 20m
Thu 12/1119:45 -
1 stop34h 35m
Deal found 11/8R10 418
Sat 10/109:45 -
1 stop22h 30m
Tue 13/1020:35 -
1 stop34h 45m
Deal found 7/8R10 563
Thu 3/913:30 -
2 stops45h 10m
Wed 16/910:40 -
2 stops22h 00m
Deal found 7/8R10 612
Fri 6/1113:30 -
2 stops34h 45m
Sat 14/116:10 -
2 stops25h 30m
Deal found 11/8R10 661
Sat 21/1113:30 -
2 stops46h 05m
Tue 1/1216:35 -
2 stops39h 05m
Deal found 10/8R10 693
Fri 18/913:30 -
2 stops27h 15m
Mon 21/917:10 -
2 stops39h 30m
Deal found 7/8R10 709
Wed 23/913:30 -
2 stops45h 10m
Sat 26/95:35 -
2 stops27h 05m
Deal found 7/8R10 725
Thu 3/923:15 -
1 stop24h 10m
Wed 16/919:15 -
2 stops25h 10m
Deal found 10/8R11 406
Sun 20/90:10 -
2 stops32h 10m
Mon 28/920:35 -
2 stops39h 05m
Deal found 10/8R11 438
Wed 30/90:10 -
1 stop19h 45m
Thu 15/1021:45 -
1 stop18h 45m
Deal found 9/8R11 454
Tue 1/916:35 -
1 stop31h 30m
Tue 8/910:45 -
1 stop24h 05m
Deal found 11/8R11 503

Find flight deals from South Africa to Ireland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Ireland flight deals. Data was last updated 12 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 288

One-way from

R5 622

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 135
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 3/9-17/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 35m total
  • South Africa to Ireland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 25m total
  • South Africa to Ireland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R5 195 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 755 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Ireland 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 12 August 2026.
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JohannesburgDublin

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUB Dublin

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

9:50-18:10

1 stop34h 20m

Dublin

Thu 12/11

19:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R10 434

JohannesburgDublin

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUB Dublin

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

9:45-7:15

1 stop22h 30m

Dublin

Tue 13/10

20:35-8:20

1 stop34h 45m

R10 563

JohannesburgDublin

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUB Dublin

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/12

18:50-9:35

1 stop16h 45m

Dublin

Sat 30/1

10:40-9:40

2 stops21h 00m

R10 887

JohannesburgDublin

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUB Dublin

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

19:00-20:45

2 stops26h 45m

Dublin

Mon 21/9

20:35-8:20

1 stop34h 45m

R11 114

JohannesburgDublin

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUB Dublin

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

13:30-15:30

2 stops28h 00m

Dublin

Thu 12/11

6:10-9:40

2 stops25h 30m

R11 260

Cape TownDublin

CPT Cape Town Intl - DUB Dublin

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

23:15-22:25

1 stop24h 10m

Dublin

Wed 16/9

19:15-21:25

2 stops25h 10m

R11 406

JohannesburgDublin

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DUB Dublin

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

13:30-15:45

2 stops27h 15m

Dublin

Wed 9/9

17:10-9:40

2 stops39h 30m

R11 471

Cape TownDublin

CPT Cape Town Intl - DUB Dublin

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

23:15-22:25

1 stop24h 10m

Dublin

Mon 28/9

17:20-22:10

2 stops27h 50m

R11 584

Cape TownDublin

CPT Cape Town Intl - DUB Dublin

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/9

14:00-8:15

2 stops19h 15m

Dublin

Mon 28/9

5:55-21:10

1 stop14h 15m

R11 584
Fastest return journey

Cape TownDublin

CPT Cape Town Intl - DUB Dublin

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/9

23:15-12:40

1 stop14h 25m

Dublin

Mon 28/9

5:55-21:10

1 stop14h 15m

R11 714

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Ireland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Ireland from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Ireland

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ireland (average of R10 904). Flying from South Africa to Ireland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 528). 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.

How often are flights from South Africa to Ireland delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between South Africa and Ireland have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 138 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Ireland?

The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Ireland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ireland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ireland. 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 Ireland. Reviews last updated 12 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways from South Africa to Ireland. 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
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Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
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Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 557 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
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Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 744 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 479 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 160 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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 Ireland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Ireland?

    Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways can get you from South Africa to Ireland in just under 16h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 17h 35m. The distance from South Africa to Ireland is about 9445 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Ireland are Lufthansa (R5 141), Qatar Airways (R5 269), and Etihad Airways (R5 787).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Ireland 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 Ireland?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ireland (average of R10 904). Flying from South Africa to Ireland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 528). 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 South Africa to Ireland

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Ireland. 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 12 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 518AverageR10 061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 608AverageR11 235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 323AverageR10 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR9 444AverageR13 034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR9 920AverageR13 905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 984AverageR11 994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 989AverageR12 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR10 016AverageR13 785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 091AverageR14 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 585AverageR12 996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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