How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia?

Airlines like Etihad Airways, Emirates, and Qatar Airways fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia in about 12h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h 05m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Saudi Arabia is about 5440 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Egyptair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 405. Qatar Airways flights start at R4 814 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R5 625 one-way.

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 OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia are Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Emirates. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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 OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia as you normally would.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Saudi Arabia?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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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Wed 1/714:30

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1 stop11h 10m

Ethiopian Air

Wed 8/715:20

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JNB

1 stop13h 35m

Ethiopian Air

Deal found 29/3R7 826

Wed 4/119:50

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JED

1 stop12h 45m

Etihad Airways

Sun 22/1115:25

JED

JNB

1 stop17h 55m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 1/4R8 197

Wed 1/79:50

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JED

1 stop29h 20m

Etihad Airways

Fri 17/75:40

JED

JNB

1 stop27h 40m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 31/3R8 213

Fri 12/69:50

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1 stop29h 20m

Etihad Airways

Sun 21/65:40

JED

JNB

1 stop27h 40m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 30/3R8 247

Thu 11/69:50

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1 stop12h 35m

Etihad Airways

Wed 17/615:20

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JNB

1 stop18h 00m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 30/3R8 281

Wed 1/79:50

JNB

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1 stop17h 05m

Etihad Airways

Wed 8/719:00

JED

JNB

1 stop14h 20m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 31/3R8 298

Sat 4/79:50

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JED

1 stop12h 35m

Etihad Airways

Sat 18/75:40

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JNB

1 stop27h 40m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 30/3R8 331

Fri 1/59:45

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JED

1 stop12h 40m

Etihad Airways

Fri 8/519:00

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JNB

1 stop14h 15m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 1/4R8 348

Wed 1/79:50

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1 stop12h 35m

Etihad Airways

Sun 12/75:40

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1 stop27h 40m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 30/3R8 500

Mon 8/69:50

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1 stop12h 35m

Etihad Airways

Sat 20/65:40

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1 stop27h 40m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 29/3R8 550

Wed 10/69:50

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1 stop12h 35m

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Sat 20/619:00

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1 stop14h 20m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 29/3R8 567

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Round-trip from	R7 826
One-way from	R5 420
Popular in	May
Cheapest in	November
Average price	R9 981

Ethiopian Air
1/7-8/7
2 total stops
24h 45m total
Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia

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Qatar Airways
6/4
1 total stop
21h 10m total
Johannesburg to Saudi Arabia

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 094 potential savings vs. average return price).

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JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

9:50-23:25

1 stop12h 35m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Fri 19/6

5:40-8:20

1 stop27h 40m

R8 769

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

22:20-8:45

1 stop33h 25m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Sat 18/4

20:10-20:35

1 stop25h 25m

R11 293

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JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

20:40-10:00

1 stop12h 20m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Mon 20/4

4:50-15:50

1 stop12h 00m

R11 293

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

10:05-8:45

1 stop21h 40m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Tue 5/5

20:10-10:15

1 stop15h 05m

R11 293

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

19:50-16:40

1 stop19h 50m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Tue 14/4

3:10-18:10

3 stops40h 00m

R13 717

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

7:30-11:40

2 stops27h 10m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Sat 18/4

11:30-8:50

1 stop22h 20m

R14 609

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

9:25-3:20

3 stops16h 55m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Mon 12/10

22:35-15:20

1 stop17h 45m

R14 626

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

13:30-6:50

1 stop16h 20m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Fri 22/5

10:45-5:30

1 stop19h 45m

R14 693

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

12:20-12:10

2 stops22h 50m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Wed 17/6

16:55-10:30

1 stop18h 35m

R14 996

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

20:55-1:40

1 stop27h 45m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Fri 19/6

19:50-11:00

2 stops16h 10m

R15 148

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia (average of R5 571). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 129). 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 Saudi Arabia

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 551 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 551 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 551 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 732 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 551 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Etihad Airways

7,3

Good

1 432 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 551 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

991 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 551 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Egyptair

6,5

Okay

414 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 551 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia?
Airlines like Etihad Airways, Emirates, and Qatar Airways fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia in about 12h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h 05m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Saudi Arabia is about 5440 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Egyptair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 405. Qatar Airways flights start at R4 814 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R5 625 one-way.
Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Saudi Arabia that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Saudi Arabia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Saudi Arabia?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Saudi Arabia.
Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia (average of R5 571). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Saudi Arabia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 129). 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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Egyptair	CheapestR6 430	AverageR11 005	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Egyptair flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR6 738	AverageR9 700	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR6 902	AverageR9 506	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	CheapestR8 899	AverageR14 800	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR9 377	AverageR13 387	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
SAUDIA	CheapestR12 626	AverageR13 605	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%	Search SAUDIA flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR12 711	AverageR13 910	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR14 535	AverageR17 233	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights

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