How long is the flight from South Africa to Ireland?

Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Air France can get you from South Africa to Ireland in just under 22h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 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 Lufthansa (R5 218), Qatar Airways (R5 352), and Etihad Airways (R5 873).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Ireland ranges from 49.0 - 79.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 79.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Ireland when rainfall is around 49.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ireland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 16.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to IE?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Ireland as you normally would.

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.

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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 R11 083). Flying from South Africa to Ireland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 697). 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 21 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ireland

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.

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Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates

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Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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Anonymous,Oct 2024

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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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Anonymous,Oct 2024

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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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Anonymous,Oct 2024

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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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How long is the flight from South Africa to Ireland?
Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Air France can get you from South Africa to Ireland in just under 22h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 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 Lufthansa (R5 218), Qatar Airways (R5 352), and Etihad Airways (R5 873).
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 R11 083). Flying from South Africa to Ireland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 697). 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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Etihad Airways	CheapestR8 671	AverageR10 184	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR8 737	AverageR11 537	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Egyptair	CheapestR9 446	AverageR10 566	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Egyptair flights
British Airways	CheapestR9 593	AverageR13 234	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
KLM	CheapestR10 068	AverageR14 060	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR10 078	AverageR12 188	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air France	CheapestR10 138	AverageR12 877	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
SWISS	CheapestR10 165	AverageR12 701	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	CheapestR10 241	AverageR15 052	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Emirates	CheapestR10 747	AverageR13 169	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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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 21 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ireland

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.

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