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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ireland from R5 820

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 24/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DUB
Jan 3 — Jan 101
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 4 December 2025.

Wed 3/1221:45JNB - DUB
1 stop16h 35mEgyptair
Tue 9/1213:20DUB - JNB
1 stop15h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 2/12R11 008
Wed 3/1219:20JNB - DUB
2 stops19h 20mKLM
Tue 9/125:55DUB - JNB
1 stop14h 10mKLM
Deal found 2/12R11 623
Thu 4/1219:20JNB - DUB
2 stops19h 20mKLM
Wed 10/125:55DUB - JNB
1 stop14h 10mKLM
Deal found 3/12R12 152
Fri 19/1215:45PLZ - DUB
2 stops18h 45mLufthansa
Sat 14/310:50DUB - PLZ
2 stops23h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 2/12R12 527
Wed 10/1219:35JNB - DUB
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/112:05DUB - JNB
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R12 613
Sat 20/129:30CPT - DUB
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/218:35DUB - CPT
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R12 732
Thu 4/1210:10JNB - DUB
2 stops27h 00mLufthansa
Wed 10/1211:45DUB - JNB
2 stops17h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 3/12R12 766
Thu 11/1215:45PLZ - DUB
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/316:45DUB - PLZ
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R13 415
Sat 20/1222:10CPT - DUB
1 stop21h 30mBritish Airways
Sun 22/215:55DUB - CPT
1 stop16h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/12R13 551
Wed 10/1210:40JNB - DUB
2 stops23h 55mLufthansa
Thu 8/117:20DUB - JNB
2 stops20h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 2/12R13 585
Thu 4/1218:55PLZ - DUB
2 stops29h 15mKLM
Mon 8/1217:15DUB - PLZ
2 stops40h 40mKLM
Deal found 3/12R13 961
Sat 20/1217:15CPT - DUB
1 stop24h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sun 22/216:30DUB - CPT
2 stops20h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/12R14 609

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 4 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 599

One-way from

R5 820

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 483
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/1-30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 00m total
  • South Africa to Ireland
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24/12
  • 24/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 05m total
  • South Africa to Ireland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 838 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 668 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 4 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Ireland that are best for you.

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Price

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/1

12:45-19:50

1 stop33h 05m

Dublin

Fri 30/1

7:45-8:40

1 stop22h 55m

R10 599

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

19:45-16:25

1 stop22h 40m

Dublin

Sat 31/1

9:15-9:30

1 stop22h 15m

R10 735

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

10:10-10:05

1 stop25h 55m

Dublin

Tue 10/2

17:55-7:05

1 stop35h 10m

R10 821

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

21:45-13:20

1 stop16h 35m

Dublin

Tue 26/5

14:20-7:10

1 stop15h 50m

R10 923

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

12:45-6:00

1 stop19h 15m

Dublin

Fri 27/2

7:45-8:40

1 stop22h 55m

R11 094

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

14:30-10:45

2 stops22h 15m

Dublin

Tue 10/2

11:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

R11 316

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

19:35-7:55

1 stop14h 20m

Dublin

Sat 31/1

20:40-10:25

1 stop35h 45m

R11 828

Port ElizabethDublin

PLZ - DUB

PLZDUB

Port Elizabeth

Wed 4/2

13:30-11:00

2 stops23h 30m

Dublin

Sun 8/2

17:20-13:00

2 stops17h 40m

R11 930

Cape TownDublin

CPT - DUB

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

6:05-17:10

2 stops37h 05m

Dublin

Tue 27/1

17:10-14:35

2 stops19h 25m

R11 947

Cape TownDublin

CPT - DUB

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

17:15-9:40

1 stop18h 25m

Dublin

Tue 27/1

16:30-14:35

2 stops20h 05m

R12 049

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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 R7 254). Flying from South Africa to Ireland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 667). 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 IE?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Ireland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 December 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Ireland, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Ireland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Ireland. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Ireland flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 4 December 2025.
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
3 430 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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
3 430 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 430 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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
7,7
Good
1 428 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 430 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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
3 678 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 430 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 612 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 430 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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
7 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 430 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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?

    Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, and Egyptair can get you from South Africa to Ireland in just under 16h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 30m. 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 359), Etihad Airways (R5 876), and Turkish Airlines (R6 594).

  • 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 R7 254). Flying from South Africa to Ireland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 667). 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 4 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 192AverageR11 103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 066AverageR12 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 983AverageR10 428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR9 196AverageR13 892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 712AverageR11 091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR9 947AverageR13 724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 098AverageR15 319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 152AverageR13 959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 753AverageR11 779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 859AverageR13 796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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