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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ireland from R5 314

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.
JNB — DUB
Feb 28 — Mar 71
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 29 January 2026.

Fri 6/29:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/28:05
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/1R9 661
Tue 10/213:45
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 13/214:05
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 677
Fri 6/213:45
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 13/27:45
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/1R9 708
Wed 18/39:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sun 22/38:05
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 867
Sun 15/39:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sun 22/38:05
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/1R9 899
Fri 13/39:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 20/38:05
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 946
Sun 15/39:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/38:05
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 978
Thu 12/319:10
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop22h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 19/310:40
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/1R9 994
Sun 15/39:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 20/38:05
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/1R10 026
Wed 20/514:45
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop23h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/58:15
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop23h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R10 073
Sun 8/29:25
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop34h 20m
SWISS
Mon 23/218:35
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop34h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 27/1R10 184
Sun 8/29:25
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop34h 20m
SWISS
Sun 22/218:35
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 29/1R10 232

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 29 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 677

One-way from

R5 314

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 597
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/2-4/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 10m total
  • South Africa to Ireland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 05m total
  • South Africa to Ireland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R8 716 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 150 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 29 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Ireland that are best for you.

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JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

9:50-6:25

1 stop22h 35m

Dublin

Sun 22/3

8:05-8:20

1 stop22h 15m

R9 899

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

9:50-6:25

1 stop22h 35m

Dublin

Wed 18/3

8:05-8:20

1 stop22h 15m

R9 978

Cape TownDublin

CPT - DUB

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

9:25-17:45

1 stop34h 20m

Dublin

Thu 12/3

12:55-7:30

1 stop16h 35m

R10 232

Cape TownDublin

CPT - DUB

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

9:25-17:45

1 stop34h 20m

Dublin

Sun 22/2

18:35-10:50

1 stop14h 15m

R10 232

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

9:50-6:25

1 stop22h 35m

Dublin

Tue 17/3

8:05-8:20

1 stop22h 15m

R10 295

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

23:59-22:10

1 stop24h 11m

Dublin

Sat 21/3

13:25-22:05

1 stop30h 40m

R10 406

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

19:45-11:00

1 stop17h 15m

Dublin

Tue 24/2

17:10-7:05

2 stops35h 55m

R10 644

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

8:45-8:05

2 stops24h 20m

Dublin

Sat 25/4

17:40-8:35

1 stop13h 55m

R10 692

Cape TownDublin

CPT - DUB

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

9:30-12:05

2 stops28h 35m

Dublin

Thu 12/3

12:55-7:30

1 stop16h 35m

R10 724

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

23:59-22:10

1 stop24h 11m

Dublin

Sun 22/3

13:25-12:10

2 stops20h 45m

R10 740

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Ireland

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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 R6 932). Flying from South Africa to Ireland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R9 978). 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.

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 29 January 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
3 489 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 207 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 705 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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, SWISS, and KLM can get you from South Africa to Ireland in just under 22h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 45m. 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 Qatar Airways (R5 013), Etihad Airways (R5 461), and Turkish Airlines (R6 040).

  • 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 R6 932). Flying from South Africa to Ireland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R9 978). 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 29 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 236AverageR11 848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 047AverageR12 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 342AverageR9 652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 044AverageR10 306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR9 237AverageR13 121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR9 292AverageR14 067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR9 373AverageR12 775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 432AverageR13 024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 984AverageR10 949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 320AverageR12 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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