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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ireland from R5 903

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DUB
Jun 21 — Jun 281
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 22 May 2026.

Thu 23/712:40
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 31/78:15
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R10 371
Sun 2/812:40
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 9/88:15
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R10 388
Sun 2/812:40
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 28/88:15
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/5R10 404
Sun 7/612:40
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 14/612:50
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/5R10 421
Mon 14/920:55
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 23/915:00
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop23h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R10 437
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 29/620:35
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/5R10 470
Mon 22/69:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/99:00
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/5R10 503
Thu 11/612:40
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/68:15
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/5R10 701
Tue 25/812:40
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/915:00
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 718
Mon 8/612:40
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/612:50
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop38h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/5R10 817
Wed 12/813:15
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 19/815:00
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R11 526
Mon 31/813:15
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/98:15
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R11 691

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 22 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 371

One-way from

R5 903

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 097
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/7-31/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 50m total
  • South Africa to Ireland
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 05m total
  • South Africa to Ireland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R6 474 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 886 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 22 May 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

Mon 14/9

18:00-16:00

1 stop23h 00m

Dublin

Wed 23/9

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R11 740

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

12:40-13:30

1 stop25h 50m

Dublin

Thu 5/11

7:45-3:55

1 stop18h 10m

R11 839

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

13:30-9:20

2 stops44h 50m

Dublin

Wed 2/9

17:05-9:40

2 stops39h 35m

R12 268

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

13:30-16:00

2 stops27h 30m

Dublin

Tue 20/10

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R12 597

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

12:40-10:15

2 stops22h 35m

Dublin

Fri 28/8

8:15-4:00

1 stop18h 45m

R12 614

Cape TownDublin

CPT - DUB

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

19:30-21:30

2 stops27h 00m

Dublin

Thu 18/6

8:15-10:15

1 stop25h 00m

R13 109

Cape TownDublin

CPT - DUB

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

13:15-6:45

1 stop18h 30m

Dublin

Sun 20/9

15:00-17:30

1 stop25h 30m

R13 125
Fastest return journey

Cape TownDublin

CPT - DUB

CPTDUB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/7

13:15-10:15

2 stops22h 00m

Dublin

Sun 30/8

15:00-10:15

1 stop18h 15m

R13 142

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

10:05-20:05

1 stop35h 00m

Dublin

Tue 20/10

22:00-5:30

1 stop30h 30m

R13 339

JohannesburgDublin

JNB - DUB

JNBDUB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

9:25-6:45

3 stops22h 20m

Dublin

Wed 2/9

8:15-9:00

1 stop23h 45m

R13 785

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ireland (average of R5 722). Flying from South Africa to Ireland in September is currently the most expensive (average of R15 368). 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 183 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 Tuesday 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 10 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 22 May 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
3 576 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 576 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 576 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 519 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 576 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 576 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 390 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 576 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 992 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 576 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

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?

    Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways can get you from South Africa to Ireland in just under 23h. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 50m. 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 384), Etihad Airways (R5 860), and Turkish Airlines (R6 049).

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ireland (average of R5 722). Flying from South Africa to Ireland in September is currently the most expensive (average of R15 368). 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 22 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 711AverageR9 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 451AverageR10 509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR9 661AverageR14 338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 921AverageR13 179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 925AverageR11 319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 007AverageR11 794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR10 023AverageR12 861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR10 050AverageR13 669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 278AverageR14 082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 787AverageR13 455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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