Cheap flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia from R4 794

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 24/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JED
Mar 17 — Mar 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Saudi Arabia

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Saudi Arabia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 February 2026.

Wed 10/614:30
JNB
-
JED
1 stop11h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 17/615:20
JED
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R7 565
Wed 25/223:00
JNB
-
JED
1 stop13h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/34:40
JED
-
JNB
1 stop9h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/2R7 613
Thu 9/414:30
JNB
-
JED
1 stop11h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 21/44:40
JED
-
JNB
1 stop9h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/2R7 645
Wed 25/223:00
JNB
-
JED
1 stop13h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 7/34:40
JED
-
JNB
1 stop9h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R7 836
Thu 26/1122:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop13h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 9/124:40
JED
-
JNB
1 stop9h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R7 900
Wed 25/223:00
JNB
-
JED
1 stop13h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/34:40
JED
-
JNB
1 stop9h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/2R8 170
Sun 5/49:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop17h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17/45:40
JED
-
JNB
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/2R8 330
Sat 13/622:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop13h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 16/615:20
JED
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R8 377
Fri 10/422:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop13h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 20/415:20
JED
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/2R8 425
Tue 2/613:00
CPT
-
JED
1 stop13h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/619:50
JED
-
CPT
1 stop15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/2R10 639
Thu 19/219:00
CPT
-
RUH
1 stop18h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/322:30
RUH
-
CPT
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/2R10 703
Wed 1/415:25
CPT
-
RUH
2 stops47h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/44:20
RUH
-
CPT
2 stops57h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R10 750

Find flight deals from South Africa to Saudi Arabia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Saudi Arabia flight deals. Data was last updated 15 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 565

One-way from

R4 794

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R8 441
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/6-17/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 45m total
  • South Africa to Saudi Arabia
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 45m total
  • South Africa to Saudi Arabia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R8 739 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 409 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia 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 15 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia that are best for you.

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JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

9:50-3:55

1 stop17h 05m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Fri 17/4

5:40-8:20

1 stop27h 40m

R8 330

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

22:50-13:30

1 stop13h 40m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Tue 16/6

15:20-3:55

1 stop13h 35m

R8 377

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

22:50-13:30

1 stop13h 40m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Mon 20/4

15:20-3:55

1 stop13h 35m

R8 425

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

22:50-13:30

1 stop13h 40m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Wed 22/4

4:40-13:05

1 stop9h 25m

R8 425

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

22:50-13:30

1 stop13h 40m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Fri 24/4

15:20-3:55

1 stop13h 35m

R8 648

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

22:50-13:30

1 stop13h 40m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Mon 20/4

15:20-3:55

1 stop13h 35m

R9 444

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

22:50-13:30

1 stop13h 40m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Wed 22/4

4:40-13:05

1 stop9h 25m

R9 444

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

22:20-18:00

1 stop18h 40m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Sun 29/3

10:45-10:15

1 stop24h 30m

R9 476

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

22:50-13:30

1 stop13h 40m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Sat 18/4

4:40-13:05

1 stop9h 25m

R9 667

Cape TownJeddah

CPT - JED

CPTJED

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

13:00-3:20

1 stop13h 20m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Fri 19/6

19:50-10:20

1 stop15h 30m

R10 639

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia (average of R5 176). Flying from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R7 693). 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Saudi Arabia. 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 Saudi Arabia. Reviews last updated 15 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from South Africa to Saudi Arabia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Saudi Arabia. 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 Saudi Arabia?

    Airlines like Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways fly from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in about 13h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 45m. The distance from South Africa to Saudi Arabia is about 6555 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 Saudi Arabia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R3 789. However, be on the lookout for offers from Egyptair and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Saudi Arabia for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Saudi Arabia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia (average of R5 176). Flying from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R7 693). 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 8 airlines flying from South Africa to Saudi Arabia

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia. 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 15 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapestR6 084AverageR10 476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 450AverageR10 687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 531AverageR8 975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 027AverageR16 259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Kenya Airways flights
EmiratesCheapestR8 742AverageR15 186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 146AverageR12 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 572AverageR14 261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
SAUDIACheapestR11 522AverageR12 759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Search SAUDIA flights

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