How long is the flight from South Africa to Northern Ireland?

There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Northern Ireland in 14h 05m. Fly via British Airways to get the fastest option. South Africa and Northern Ireland are separated by a distance of 9547 km.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Northern Ireland ranges from 50.0 - 90.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Northern Ireland when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Northern 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 NIR?

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

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

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

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Northern Ireland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 October 2026.

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Popular in	September
Cheapest in	March
Average price	R15 501

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18:55-7:40

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R16 230

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Northern Ireland (average of R14 423). Flying from South Africa to Northern Ireland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R18 335). 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 Northern Ireland

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM and British Airways from South Africa to Northern Ireland to help guide your decision. 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.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 594 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy

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7,8

Good

1 594 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 594 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy

British Airways

6,7

Okay

8 270 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 594 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from South Africa to Northern Ireland?
There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Northern Ireland in 14h 05m. Fly via British Airways to get the fastest option. South Africa and Northern Ireland are separated by a distance of 9547 km.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Northern Ireland that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Northern Ireland flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Northern 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 Northern Ireland.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Northern Ireland?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Northern 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 Northern Ireland?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Northern Ireland (average of R14 423). Flying from South Africa to Northern Ireland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R18 335). 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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KLM	CheapestR12 522	AverageR16 326	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
British Airways	CheapestR12 654	AverageR16 615	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights

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