How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia?

Airlines like Etihad Airways and Emirates fly from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia in about 12h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 05m. There are 5440 km between Johannesburg and Saudi Arabia. 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 Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia one-way?

The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia are Ethiopian Air (R2 882), Egyptair (R4 437), and Qatar Airways (R4 481).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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).

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

Before booking your flight from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Ethiopian Air, Emirates or Etihad Airways.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to SA?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia as you normally would.

Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia 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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Round-trip from	R9 035
One-way from	R4 934
Popular in	May
Cheapest in	November
Average price	R9 548

Etihad Airways
17/9-19/9
2 total stops
59h 35m total
Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia

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Qatar Airways
28/9-31/12
1 total stop
17h 15m total
Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia (average of R8 491). Flying from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia in May is currently the most expensive (average of R12 063). 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 Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia?

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Saudi Arabia

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Anonymous,Apr 2026

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Anonymous,Apr 2026

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Anonymous,Apr 2026

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Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

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Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

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How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia?
Airlines like Etihad Airways and Emirates fly from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia in about 12h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 05m. There are 5440 km between Johannesburg and Saudi Arabia. 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 Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia are Ethiopian Air (R2 882), Egyptair (R4 437), and Qatar Airways (R4 481).
Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia 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 Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia (average of R8 491). Flying from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia in May is currently the most expensive (average of R12 063). 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 140	AverageR9 178	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR5 163	AverageR12 691	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR6 417	AverageR9 112	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
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RwandAir	CheapestR12 734	AverageR14 552	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR14 241	AverageR16 404	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights

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The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Saudi Arabia

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