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Cheap flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia from R5 489

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JED
May 3 — May 101
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 3 April 2026.

Wed 1/714:30
JNB
-
JED
1 stop11h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 8/715:20
JED
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/3R7 878
Wed 4/119:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop12h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 22/1115:25
JED
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/4R8 251
Wed 1/79:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop29h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17/75:40
JED
-
JNB
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3R8 268
Fri 12/69:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop29h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 21/65:40
JED
-
JNB
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R8 302
Thu 11/69:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop12h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 17/615:20
JED
-
JNB
1 stop18h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R8 335
Sat 2/59:45
JNB
-
JED
1 stop12h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/519:00
JED
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4R8 352
Sat 4/79:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop12h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sat 18/75:40
JED
-
JNB
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R8 386
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
JED
1 stop12h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/519:00
JED
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/4R8 403
Wed 1/79:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop12h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sun 12/75:40
JED
-
JNB
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R8 556
Mon 8/69:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop12h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sat 20/65:40
JED
-
JNB
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/3R8 606
Wed 10/69:50
JNB
-
JED
1 stop12h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sat 20/619:00
JED
-
JNB
1 stop14h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/3R8 623
Tue 2/613:00
CPT
-
JED
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/63:10
JED
-
CPT
1 stop15h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R10 402

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 3 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 878

One-way from

R5 489

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R10 080
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/7-8/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 45m total
  • South Africa to Saudi Arabia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 15m total
  • South Africa to Saudi Arabia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R9 374 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 723 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 3 April 2026.
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JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

9:50-23:25

1 stop12h 35m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Wed 17/6

15:20-8:20

1 stop18h 00m

R8 827

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

9:50-10:30

1 stop23h 40m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Sun 14/6

19:00-8:20

1 stop14h 20m

R8 827

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

9:50-16:10

1 stop29h 20m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Tue 23/6

5:40-8:20

1 stop27h 40m

R8 827

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 861

Cape TownJeddah

CPT - JED

CPTJED

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

19:30-12:00

1 stop15h 30m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Thu 18/6

3:10-17:30

1 stop15h 20m

R10 995

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/5

13:00-3:25

1 stop13h 25m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 15/5

21:40-11:30

1 stop14h 50m

R11 639

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT - RUH

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/6

13:50-8:40

2 stops17h 50m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 25/6

10:10-13:00

2 stops51h 50m

R12 029

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

12:40-5:10

1 stop15h 30m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Mon 20/4

20:20-18:10

3 stops22h 50m

R12 757

DurbanMedina

DUR - MED

DURMED

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 20/6

12:05-9:55

2 stops20h 50m

Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz

Tue 23/6

11:25-10:35

2 stops24h 10m

R12 994

DurbanMedina

DUR - MED

DURMED

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 1/9

12:05-9:55

2 stops20h 50m

Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz

Wed 30/9

11:25-10:35

2 stops24h 10m

R13 011

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Deals found on 29/3

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia (average of R5 608). Flying from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 183). 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 3 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
3 553 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

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
3 553 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

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
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

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
1 431 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

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
994 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

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
6,5
Okay
414 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

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 12h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 45m. 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 R4 030. 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia (average of R5 608). Flying from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 183). 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 3 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapestR6 472AverageR11 078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 782AverageR11 037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 947AverageR9 569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 958AverageR15 702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 439AverageR12 997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 246AverageR14 821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SAUDIACheapestR12 256AverageR13 491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 636AverageR17 676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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