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Cheap flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia from R5 274

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JED
May 17 — May 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 17 April 2026.

Wed 1/75:30
JNB
-
JED
3 stops20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 8/715:20
JED
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/4R9 434
Fri 17/412:40
JNB
-
JED
1 stop15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/420:20
JED
-
JNB
1 stop15h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R9 466
Mon 14/920:55
JNB
-
JED
1 stop23h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 24/922:35
JED
-
JNB
1 stop17h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R9 532
Thu 30/412:40
JNB
-
JED
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/58:55
JED
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R9 679
Wed 13/519:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/519:50
JED
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R9 728
Tue 21/720:55
JNB
-
JED
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 31/711:40
JED
-
JNB
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/4R9 794
Sat 15/820:55
JNB
-
JED
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 31/811:40
JED
-
JNB
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R9 827
Sun 5/79:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop12h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/719:00
JED
-
JNB
1 stop14h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4R9 859
Sun 1/1113:25
JNB
-
JED
1 stop27h 35m
Emirates
Wed 18/1111:15
JED
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 14/4R9 876
Thu 2/79:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop17h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/715:20
JED
-
JNB
1 stop18h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R9 892
Fri 12/618:30
DUR
-
MED
2 stops14h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/611:25
MED
-
DUR
2 stops24h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R9 941
Fri 12/618:30
DUR
-
MED
2 stops14h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 28/611:25
MED
-
DUR
2 stops24h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R10 302

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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 434

One-way from

R5 274

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R10 138
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/7-8/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 33h 45m total
  • South Africa to Saudi Arabia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 50m total
  • South Africa to Saudi Arabia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R11 117 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 460 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 17 April 2026.
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JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

9:50-3:55

1 stop17h 05m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Sun 26/7

19:00-8:20

1 stop14h 20m

R10 482

Cape TownJeddah

CPT - JED

CPTJED

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

19:30-17:40

1 stop21h 10m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Mon 6/7

4:50-17:30

1 stop13h 40m

R10 727

Cape TownJeddah

CPT - JED

CPTJED

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/7

13:15-10:00

1 stop19h 45m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Wed 22/7

19:50-17:30

1 stop22h 40m

R10 776

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

10:05-2:05

1 stop15h 00m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Thu 8/10

10:45-5:30

1 stop19h 45m

R11 039

Cape TownJeddah

CPT - JED

CPTJED

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

19:30-17:40

1 stop21h 10m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Fri 5/6

14:30-12:55

1 stop23h 25m

R11 153

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/5

19:30-12:30

1 stop16h 00m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 15/5

14:55-12:55

1 stop23h 00m

R11 153

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

19:10-17:45

1 stop21h 35m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Sun 26/7

10:45-20:35

1 stop34h 50m

R11 186

Cape TownJeddah

CPT - JED

CPTJED

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

13:15-1:40

1 stop35h 25m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Thu 10/9

11:40-10:15

1 stop23h 35m

R11 513

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

15:10-15:55

2 stops47h 45m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 10/9

10:10-14:10

2 stops29h 00m

R11 694

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/6

15:25-15:15

2 stops46h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 25/6

4:20-14:35

2 stops35h 15m

R11 710

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Deals found on 16/4

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia (average of R5 814). Flying from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 167). 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 17 April 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 434 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Egyptair
6,6
Okay
421 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

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, Qatar Airways, and Emirates fly from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in about 15h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 10m. The distance from South Africa to Saudi Arabia is about 5440 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 880. 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia (average of R5 814). Flying from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 167). 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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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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapestR6 256AverageR10 958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 405AverageR10 691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 716AverageR9 244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 864AverageR15 061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SAUDIACheapestR8 909AverageR12 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 135AverageR12 514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 871AverageR14 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 182AverageR16 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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