Cheap flights from South Africa to Israel from R7 960

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — TLV
Apr 20 — Apr 271
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 21 March 2026.

Sat 4/79:50
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop30h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 18/71:20
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop32h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/3R7 977
Sat 2/59:45
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop24h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/51:20
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop31h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R8 365
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop19h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 30/515:05
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/3R8 416
Fri 3/49:45
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/41:20
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop31h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R8 585
Sun 10/59:45
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop19h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 21/57:05
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop26h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R8 602
Sat 18/49:45
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 24/417:15
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop16h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R8 653
Fri 17/49:45
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop24h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 28/420:10
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R8 872
Sun 19/49:45
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 26/520:10
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R8 991
Tue 5/58:20
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop11h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 11/51:00
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop13h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/3R10 309
Thu 7/58:20
JNB
-
TLV
1 stop11h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 21/510:00
TLV
-
JNB
1 stop11h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/3R10 647
Wed 1/417:25
CPT
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TLV
2 stops20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 5/41:00
TLV
-
CPT
1 stop13h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/3R11 222
Wed 1/417:25
CPT
-
TLV
2 stops20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 10/41:00
TLV
-
CPT
1 stop13h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/3R11 441

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 21 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 365

One-way from

R7 960

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 475
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 2/5-8/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 20m total
  • South Africa to Israel
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 10m total
  • South Africa to Israel
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 407 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 082 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 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 21 March 2026.
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Depart

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

9:45-5:50

1 stop19h 05m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Sat 30/5

15:05-8:15

1 stop18h 10m

R8 568
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Mon 25/5

10:00-20:10

1 stop11h 10m

R10 833

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

14:30-4:00

1 stop12h 30m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Sun 24/5

1:00-13:05

1 stop13h 05m

R13 064

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

8:20-4:00

1 stop18h 40m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Sun 26/4

10:00-20:10

1 stop11h 10m

R13 114

JohannesburgTel Aviv

JNB - TLV

JNBTLV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

22:20-18:15

1 stop18h 55m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Wed 30/9

11:00-5:30

1 stop19h 30m

R14 466

Cape TownTel Aviv

CPT - TLV

CPTTLV

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

15:25-4:00

1 stop11h 35m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Sun 10/5

1:00-18:55

2 stops18h 55m

R14 686

Cape TownTel Aviv

CPT - TLV

CPTTLV

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

15:25-4:00

1 stop11h 35m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Sat 16/5

1:00-14:35

1 stop14h 35m

R14 720

Cape TownTel Aviv

CPT - TLV

CPTTLV

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

20:25-5:50

2 stops32h 25m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Tue 12/5

15:05-17:20

2 stops27h 15m

R14 889

Cape TownTel Aviv

CPT - TLV

CPTTLV

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

15:25-4:00

1 stop11h 35m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Thu 21/5

1:00-14:35

1 stop14h 35m

R15 159

Cape TownTel Aviv

CPT - TLV

CPTTLV

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/7

13:15-22:40

1 stop32h 25m

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Mon 27/7

0:40-18:05

1 stop18h 25m

R15 632

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/3

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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 878). Flying from South Africa to Israel in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 396). 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 21 March 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.

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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 R10 833, Etihad Airways can have you in Israel from South Africa in 11h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6499 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 R7 008. Etihad Airways flights start at R7 063 while deals on Emirates start at R8 782 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 878). Flying from South Africa to Israel in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 396). 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 21 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 193AverageR10 173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 695AverageR12 970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR11 298AverageR14 672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 378AverageR13 864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR12 088AverageR17 302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 503AverageR16 005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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