Can I find cheaper flights to Saudi Arabia if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Saudi Arabia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Saudi Arabia?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Saudi Arabia?

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Saudi Arabia. One-way flights to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl typically cost R654, while return flights cost around R4 837.

How much is a return flight to Saudi Arabia?

A return flight to Saudi Arabia will typically cost around R5 124, however they can be found for as little as R5 123.

Where does the fastest flight to Saudi Arabia depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Saudi Arabia, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 30 minutes).

Does Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl?

Yes. Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Crom Airport Hotel is the closest property to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (0,0 km away from Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl).

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

10:10-18:05

1 stop30h 55m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

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R6 066

JohannesburgRiyadh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

JNBRUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

21:45-21:30

1 stop22h 45m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

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R6 313

JohannesburgMedina

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/12

0:20-5:05

1 stop27h 45m

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Wed 31/12

0:00-23:00

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R6 808

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

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Sun 17/1

22:15-18:05

1 stop18h 50m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

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11:15-5:35

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JohannesburgJeddah

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

JNBJED

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10:10-2:30

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Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

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20:35-10:25

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10:10-9:20

1 stop22h 10m

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11:15-10:25

1 stop24h 10m

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13:25-9:20

1 stop18h 55m

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How long is the flight to Saudi Arabia?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia takes 15 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Saudi Arabia from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia are Ethiopian Air, Emirates and Etihad Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia are Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Emirates.

Rainfall in Saudi Arabia by month

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

Temperature in Saudi Arabia by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Saudi Arabia, 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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Saudi Arabia?

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Saudi Arabia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Saudi Arabia?

The most popular places in Saudi Arabia to fly to are Jeddah, Medina, Riyadh and Dammam.

Reviews of airlines servicing Saudi Arabia

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways to Saudi Arabia. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 695 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 695 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 695 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 707 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 695 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Etihad Airways

7,3

Good

1 555 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 695 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

1 046 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 695 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Egyptair

6,5

Okay

441 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 695 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

FAQs about flying to Saudi Arabia

Can I find cheaper flights to Saudi Arabia if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Saudi Arabia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Saudi Arabia?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Saudi Arabia?
Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Saudi Arabia. One-way flights to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl typically cost R654, while return flights cost around R4 837.
How much is a return flight to Saudi Arabia?
A return flight to Saudi Arabia will typically cost around R5 124, however they can be found for as little as R5 123.
Where does the fastest flight to Saudi Arabia depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Saudi Arabia, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 30 minutes).
Does Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl?
Yes. Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Crom Airport Hotel is the closest property to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (0,0 km away from Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl).

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How long is the flight to Saudi Arabia?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia takes 15 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Saudi Arabia from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia are Ethiopian Air, Emirates and Etihad Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Saudi Arabia?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia are Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Emirates.

Rainfall in Saudi Arabia by month

Plan your trip to Saudi Arabia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Temperature in Saudi Arabia by month

Plan your trip to Saudi Arabia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

When is the best time to book a flight to Saudi Arabia?

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Saudi Arabia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Saudi Arabia?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Saudi Arabia in the last few years. This data was updated on 9 November 2026.

The most popular places in Saudi Arabia to fly to are Jeddah, Medina, Riyadh and Dammam.

Reviews of airlines servicing Saudi Arabia

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways to Saudi Arabia. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Saudi Arabia

Can I find cheaper flights to Saudi Arabia if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Saudi Arabia?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Saudi Arabia?

How much is a return flight to Saudi Arabia?

Where does the fastest flight to Saudi Arabia depart from?

Does Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl have car hire?

Are there hotels close to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl?

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