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Cheap flights from South Africa to Qatar from R5 234

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DOH
May 28 — Jun 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Qatar

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Qatar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Qatar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 April 2026.

Sat 17/109:50
JNB
-
DOH
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 21/1017:35
DOH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/4R8 305
Mon 22/69:50
JNB
-
DOH
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 26/622:55
DOH
-
JNB
1 stop10h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/4R8 388
Wed 2/99:50
JNB
-
DOH
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 8/94:30
DOH
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/4R8 520
Fri 18/99:50
JNB
-
DOH
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 22/910:45
DOH
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/4R8 701
Fri 26/69:50
JNB
-
DOH
1 stop10h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/64:30
DOH
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R8 718
Thu 25/69:50
JNB
-
DOH
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 16/717:35
DOH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/4R9 065
Wed 13/512:40
JNB
-
DOH
Nonstop8h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 17/53:05
DOH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R9 197
Wed 20/516:50
JNB
-
DOH
1 stop12h 20m
RwandAir
Tue 26/58:45
DOH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 35m
RwandAir
Deal found 24/4R9 213
Tue 28/419:50
JNB
-
DOH
Nonstop8h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/53:05
DOH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R9 230
Fri 1/519:50
JNB
-
DOH
Nonstop8h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/520:35
DOH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R9 246
Fri 12/619:50
JNB
-
DOH
Nonstop8h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/620:30
DOH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/4R9 263
Thu 11/618:30
DUR
-
DOH
1 stop10h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/61:10
DOH
-
DUR
1 stop10h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R9 593

Find flight deals from South Africa to Qatar

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Qatar flight deals. Data was last updated 28 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 256

One-way from

R5 234

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 055

Good round-trip deal

R11 099 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 693 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/8-8/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 40m total
  • South Africa to Qatar
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/6
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 25m total
  • South Africa to Qatar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R7 722 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 390 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Qatar 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 28 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Qatar that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDoha

JNB - DOH

JNBDOH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

9:50-16:40

1 stop29h 50m

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 22/9

10:45-8:20

1 stop22h 35m

R8 701

JohannesburgDoha

JNB - DOH

JNBDOH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/6

9:50-20:50

1 stop10h 00m

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 30/6

10:45-8:20

1 stop22h 35m

R8 718

JohannesburgDoha

JNB - DOH

JNBDOH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

16:50-23:20

1 stop29h 30m

Doha Hamad Intl

Thu 18/6

1:45-14:20

1 stop13h 35m

R9 709

DurbanDoha

DUR - DOH

DURDOH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 8/5

18:30-6:00

1 stop10h 30m

Doha Hamad Intl

Sat 16/5

1:00-10:40

1 stop10h 40m

R9 725

DurbanDoha

DUR - DOH

DURDOH

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 29/8

12:05-23:40

1 stop10h 35m

Doha Hamad Intl

Mon 31/8

1:10-10:35

1 stop10h 25m

R9 940

JohannesburgDoha

JNB - DOH

JNBDOH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

3:10-6:10

1 stop26h 00m

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 22/9

8:45-2:20

1 stop18h 35m

R10 039
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDoha

JNB - DOH

JNBDOH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

12:40-21:55

Nonstop8h 15m

Doha Hamad Intl

Mon 7/9

1:30-9:00

Nonstop8h 30m

R10 088

JohannesburgDoha

JNB - DOH

JNBDOH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

12:40-21:55

Nonstop8h 15m

Doha Hamad Intl

Thu 16/7

20:30-4:00

Nonstop8h 30m

R10 171

Cape TownDoha

CPT - DOH

CPTDOH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/9

19:30-6:05

Nonstop9h 35m

Doha Hamad Intl

Thu 1/10

8:40-17:30

Nonstop9h 50m

R10 683

JohannesburgDoha

JNB - DOH

JNBDOH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

12:40-21:55

Nonstop8h 15m

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 22/9

20:30-4:00

Nonstop8h 30m

R10 765

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Qatar

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Qatar from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Qatar

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Qatar?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Qatar, you should look to book at least 82 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Qatar (average of R4 276). Flying from South Africa to Qatar in April is currently the most expensive (average of R15 256). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Qatar. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 April 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from South Africa to Qatar in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Qatar?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Qatar. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Qatar flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Qatar

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to Qatar. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 28 April 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to QA0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Qatar delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between South Africa and Qatar have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 115 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Qatar flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Qatar flights?

Over the past year, Qatar Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Qatar

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Qatar. 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 Qatar. Reviews last updated 28 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Qatar, such as RwandAir,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,8

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,8

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,8

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 434 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,8

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,8

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Egyptair
6,5
Okay
426 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,8

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Qatar. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For as low as R9 725, Etihad Airways can have you in Qatar from South Africa in 10h 30m. The distance between South Africa and Qatar is about 6476 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 Qatar one-way?

    R1 989 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 Egyptair, with prices starting from R4 624 and R4 823, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Qatar (average of R4 276). Flying from South Africa to Qatar in April is currently the most expensive (average of R15 256). 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 5 airlines flying from South Africa to Qatar

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Qatar. 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 28 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 566AverageR9 497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 471AverageR8 474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR7 669AverageR8 378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR8 081AverageR8 712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 380AverageR11 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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