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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ireland from R5 922

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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DUB
Dec 24 — Dec 311
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 24 November 2025.

Mon 24/1121:45JNB - DUB
1 stop16h 35mEgyptair
Sun 7/1213:20DUB - JNB
1 stop15h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 22/11R10 455
Wed 26/1123:59JNB - DUB
1 stop24h 11mKLM
Wed 3/1217:15DUB - JNB
1 stop26h 50mKLM
Deal found 21/11R10 993
Wed 3/129:25JNB - DUB
1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 10/1214:05DUB - JNB
1 stop23h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/11R11 392
Wed 3/1223:59JNB - DUB
1 stop24h 11mKLM
Wed 10/1213:25DUB - JNB
2 stops20h 45mKLM
Deal found 23/11R11 410
Sat 22/1110:25JNB - DUB
1 stop22h 00mEmirates
Fri 28/1113:10DUB - JNB
1 stop29h 25mEmirates
Deal found 21/11R11 722
Mon 24/1123:59JNB - DUB
1 stop34h 06mKLM
Sun 7/1213:25DUB - JNB
2 stops20h 45mKLM
Deal found 22/11R11 809
Sat 22/1119:45JNB - DUB
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Mon 24/119:10DUB - JNB
1 stop22h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 22/11R12 243
Sun 23/117:55CPT - DUB
1 stop33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/128:50DUB - CPT
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11R12 296
Mon 24/1118:25CPT - DUB
2 stops20h 15mKLM
Sun 7/128:50DUB - CPT
2 stops19h 00mKLM
Deal found 22/11R12 382
Wed 3/1210:40JNB - DUB
2 stops23h 55mLufthansa
Wed 10/1210:50DUB - JNB
2 stops26h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 23/11R12 400
Wed 26/1110:40JNB - DUB
2 stops23h 55mLufthansa
Wed 3/1210:50DUB - JNB
2 stops26h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 21/11R12 539
Sat 20/129:30CPT - DUB
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/218:35DUB - CPT
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/11R12 591

Cheap 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 24 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 611

One-way from

R5 922

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 306
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/1-30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 15m total
  • South Africa to Ireland
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3/12
  • 3/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 30m total
  • South Africa to Ireland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R2 027 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 801 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 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 24 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Ireland that are best for you.

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Depart

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JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

13:45-6:00

1 stop18h 15m

Dublin

Sun 22/2

14:05-8:40

1 stop16h 35m

R11 149

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

10:10-8:35

2 stops24h 25m

Dublin

Sat 31/1

17:20-9:30

1 stop14h 10m

R11 167

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

19:45-8:25

1 stop14h 40m

Dublin

Sat 31/1

17:20-9:30

1 stop14h 10m

R11 236

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

23:59-14:00

1 stop16h 01m

Dublin

Sun 22/2

16:45-22:05

2 stops27h 20m

R12 122

Cape TownDublin

CPT - DUB

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/11

18:25-12:40

2 stops20h 15m

Dublin

Wed 3/12

8:50-5:50

2 stops19h 00m

R12 296

Port ElizabethDublin

PLZ - DUB

PLZDUB

Port Elizabeth

Wed 4/2

13:30-11:00

2 stops23h 30m

Dublin

Sun 8/2

17:55-11:55

2 stops40h 00m

R12 469

Cape TownDublin

CPT - DUB

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 20/12

8:00-21:15

1 stop15h 15m

Dublin

Sun 22/2

16:45-17:20

2 stops22h 35m

R13 390

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

9:50-6:25

1 stop22h 35m

Dublin

Sun 11/1

19:50-8:20

1 stop34h 30m

R13 459

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

10:25-22:15

2 stops36h 50m

Dublin

Sat 16/5

6:05-16:15

2 stops33h 10m

R13 546

Port ElizabethDublin

PLZ - DUB

PLZDUB

Port Elizabeth

Mon 8/12

15:45-12:40

2 stops22h 55m

Dublin

Sun 1/3

8:45-20:00

2 stops33h 15m

R13 563

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 22/11

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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 R7 381). Flying from South Africa to Ireland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 854). 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 24 November 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 24 November 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
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
3 422 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
1 418 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
3 663 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
7 581 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
7 535 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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 KLM can get you from South Africa to Ireland in just under 18h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 10m. 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.

  • 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 381). Flying from South Africa to Ireland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 854). 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 24 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 338AverageR11 464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 166AverageR13 065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 140AverageR10 601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR9 357AverageR14 087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 932AverageR11 274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR10 121AverageR14 066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 312AverageR14 214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 448AverageR15 712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 886AverageR12 014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 980AverageR13 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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