Cheap flights from South Africa to Israel from R8 353

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — TLV
May 7 — May 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Israel

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Israel
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Israel. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 April 2026.

Thu 26/119:50
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop30h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/126:20
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R8 353
Fri 22/59:45
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop19h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 29/515:05
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R8 454
Wed 1/79:50
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop13h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/715:05
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R8 606
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 14/57:05
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop26h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4R8 673
Sun 17/59:45
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 28/57:05
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop26h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4R8 707
Fri 15/59:45
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 26/520:10
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4R8 775
Mon 22/69:50
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop19h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 25/61:20
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop32h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4R8 876
Sat 16/59:45
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 29/517:15
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop16h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4R8 910
Mon 8/69:50
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop19h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 12/620:10
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4R8 926
Fri 8/59:45
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop24h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 18/51:20
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop31h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R8 943
Fri 1/515:20
CPT
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TLV
2 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/520:10
TLV
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4R14 006
Mon 22/66:05
CPT
-
TLV
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/715:15
TLV
-
CPT
2 stops24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4R14 377

Find flight deals from South Africa to Israel

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Israel flight deals. Data was last updated 7 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 454

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R12 588
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/5-29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 15m total
  • South Africa to Israel
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R13 131 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 506 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Israel 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 7 April 2026.
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JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

9:50-11:10

1 stop24h 20m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Fri 12/6

20:10-8:20

1 stop13h 10m

R8 910

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

9:50-11:20

1 stop24h 30m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Thu 25/6

1:20-8:20

1 stop32h 00m

R8 926

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

9:45-0:15

1 stop13h 30m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Mon 1/2

14:10-8:20

1 stop18h 10m

R12 301

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

9:50-11:20

1 stop24h 30m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Fri 10/7

1:20-8:20

1 stop32h 00m

R12 892

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

9:50-11:20

1 stop24h 30m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Fri 10/7

15:05-8:20

1 stop18h 15m

R12 976
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Mon 4/5

10:00-20:10

1 stop11h 10m

R13 111

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Sun 3/5

10:00-20:10

1 stop11h 10m

R13 820

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Sat 2/5

10:00-20:10

1 stop11h 10m

R13 820

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

19:10-9:40

1 stop13h 30m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Wed 30/9

10:55-5:30

1 stop19h 35m

R14 427

Cape TownTel Aviv

CPT - TLV

CPTTLV

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/7

6:05-0:15

2 stops17h 10m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Tue 28/7

15:05-14:35

2 stops24h 30m

R14 765

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Israel

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Israel

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Israel?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Israel (average of R6 362). Flying from South Africa to Israel in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 382). 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 Israel

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Israel. 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 Israel. Reviews last updated 7 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andAir France from South Africa to Israel by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Israel. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve South Africa to Israel flights?

    South Africa services flights to Tel Aviv, Israel, through the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. The airport is located 20 km from the heart of Johannesburg and takes 25 minutes to arrive by taxi or 55 minutes by public transit. If you prefer to fly out of a different airport, The Lanseria International Airport also services flights to Israel and is also located in Johannesburg. If you are looking for a destination other than Tel Aviv, the Cape Town International Airport services flights to Eilat as well.

  • Which airlines fly directly from South Africa to Israel?

    Unfortunately there are no direct flights between South Africa and Israel. The quickest flight from South Africa to Israel is with Ethiopian Airlines, servicing from the O.R. Tambo International Airport to the Tel Aviv-Yafo Airport. Stopovers can last just a few hours or several, including overnight stays in connecting airports.

  • What are the stopover options on flights from South Africa to Israel?

    From Johannesburg, travellers have the option of taking an Ethiopian Airlines flight with a single stop in the Bole International Airport or an Alitalia flight with a stop at the Leonardo da Vinci International Airport. Each stopover adds several hours to the total flight time. You can expect flights from South Africa to Israel to take anywhere from 12-29 hours. Alternatively, there are British Airways and Ethiopian Airlines flights from the Cape Town International Airport to Tel Aviv with one or two stops in Johannesburg and Bole.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from South Africa to Israel?

    Passports are required for entry into Israel. Passports must be valid until at least six months after the scheduled date of entry. Additional valid ID may be required by the airlines to enter the flight. Visitor visas and student visas are also accepted as valid passports, as long as they have been renewed prior to the date of travel. The processing of new visas can take up to a week, which is why travellers are recommended to apply for new visas well in advance of their travels.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Israel?

    For as low as R8 910, Etihad Airways can have you in Israel from South Africa in 24h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6499 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Israel one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ethiopian Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R6 997. Etihad Airways flights start at R7 053 while deals on Emirates start at R8 769 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Israel that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Israel flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Israel?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Israel.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Israel?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Israel 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 Israel?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Israel (average of R6 362). Flying from South Africa to Israel in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 382). 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 6 airlines flying from South Africa to Israel

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Israel. 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 7 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 166AverageR9 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 658AverageR12 938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR11 281AverageR14 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR11 704AverageR16 962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 726AverageR13 744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 590AverageR16 405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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