How long is the flight from South Africa to Jeddah?

There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Jeddah in 11h 50m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6555 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 Jeddah one-way?

R2 874 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R4 511 and R5 431, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Jeddah ranges from 0.0 - 20.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 20.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Jeddah when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Jeddah, 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 32.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Jeddah?

The most popular route from South Africa to Jeddah is Sun City Resort Pilansberg - Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Jeddah?

When booking a flight from South Africa to Jeddah, you may want to consider flying on Ethiopian Air, Emirates or Qatar Airways as they are the most popular for this route.

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

When flying from South Africa to Jeddah, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Jeddah from South Africa?

For a flight from South Africa to Jeddah, you will be flying into King Abdulaziz Intl. Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) is just 15,0 km from the centre of the city.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Jeddah?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Jeddah 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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Find flight deals from South Africa to Jeddah

Round-trip from	R9 025
One-way from	R5 192
Popular in	May
Cheapest in	November
Average price	R10 255

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South Africa to Jeddah

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Sat 21/11

9:50-4:15

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Jeddah (average of R9 409). Flying from South Africa to Jeddah in May is currently the most expensive (average of R12 444). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Jeddah?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Jeddah is 56 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Jeddah

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from South Africa to Jeddah have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

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3 656 reviews

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1 / 20

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Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Emirates

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Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 732 reviews

Emirates

8,1

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3 656 reviews

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6,0

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Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Etihad Airways

7,3

Good

1 517 reviews

Emirates

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Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Ethiopian Air

7,2

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Emirates

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Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Egyptair

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Okay

445 reviews

Emirates

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3 656 reviews

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Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Jeddah from South Africa?
For a flight from South Africa to Jeddah, you will be flying into King Abdulaziz Intl. Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) is just 15,0 km from the centre of the city.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Jeddah?
There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Jeddah in 11h 50m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6555 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 Jeddah one-way?
R2 874 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R4 511 and R5 431, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Jeddah?
The most popular route from South Africa to Jeddah is Sun City Resort Pilansberg - Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Jeddah that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Jeddah flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Jeddah?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Jeddah.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Jeddah?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Jeddah 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 Jeddah?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Jeddah (average of R9 409). Flying from South Africa to Jeddah in May is currently the most expensive (average of R12 444). 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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Ethiopian Air	CheapestR5 119	AverageR10 338	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR6 997	AverageR8 689	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Egyptair	CheapestR7 740	AverageR10 821	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Egyptair flights
Emirates	CheapestR8 557	AverageR12 159	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR8 944	AverageR10 982	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
RwandAir	CheapestR12 697	AverageR14 510	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR13 077	AverageR14 122	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR14 200	AverageR17 211	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights

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Reviews of airlines servicing Jeddah

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