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Cheap flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia from R5 939

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 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JED
Dec 1 — Dec 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 1 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 328

One-way from

R5 939

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R8 519
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/11-20/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 35m total
  • South Africa to Saudi Arabia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 35m total
  • South Africa to Saudi Arabia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R11 756 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 221 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 1 November 2025.

Wed 5/1114:30JNB - JED
1 stop11h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 18/114:40JED - JNB
1 stop9h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/11R8 311
Mon 17/1114:30JNB - JED
1 stop11h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 20/114:40JED - JNB
1 stop9h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/10R8 328
Tue 25/1114:30JNB - JED
1 stop11h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 4/1215:20JED - JNB
1 stop13h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/11R8 398
Wed 5/1123:00JNB - JED
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/114:40JED - JNB
1 stop9h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/10R8 449
Wed 5/119:50JNB - JED
1 stop29h 35mEtihad Airways
Mon 10/115:55JED - JNB
1 stop27h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/11R8 467
Sat 15/1114:30JNB - JED
1 stop11h 10mEthiopian Air
Fri 21/114:40JED - JNB
1 stop9h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/10R8 536
Wed 5/1114:30JNB - JED
1 stop11h 10mEthiopian Air
Fri 14/1115:20JED - JNB
1 stop13h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/10R8 553
Wed 5/119:50JNB - JED
1 stop17h 25mEtihad Airways
Tue 11/115:55JED - JNB
1 stop27h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 30/10R8 571
Wed 5/1114:30JNB - JED
1 stop11h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/1115:20JED - JNB
1 stop13h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/10R8 865
Wed 26/119:50JNB - JED
1 stop17h 25mEtihad Airways
Sun 30/115:55JED - JNB
1 stop27h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 31/10R8 882
Sat 1/119:50JNB - JED
1 stop12h 45mEtihad Airways
Wed 12/1119:20JED - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 31/10R8 917
Mon 3/119:50JNB - JED
1 stop12h 45mEtihad Airways
Sun 9/113:15JED - JNB
1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 31/10R8 934

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Saudi Arabia

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

9:50-10:50

1 stop24h 00m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Tue 17/2

5:55-8:20

1 stop27h 25m

R9 332

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

9:50-4:15

1 stop17h 25m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Sun 30/11

5:55-8:20

1 stop27h 25m

R9 367

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

23:00-13:30

1 stop13h 30m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Wed 24/12

15:20-3:55

1 stop13h 35m

R9 990

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

23:00-13:30

1 stop13h 30m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Mon 29/12

15:20-3:55

1 stop13h 35m

R10 319

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/12

14:30-13:30

1 stop22h 00m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Mon 12/1

15:20-3:55

1 stop13h 35m

R11 324

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/12

23:00-13:30

1 stop13h 30m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Mon 22/12

4:40-20:10

1 stop16h 30m

R11 531

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/12

23:00-13:30

1 stop13h 30m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Wed 7/1

4:40-13:05

1 stop9h 25m

R11 653

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

23:00-13:30

1 stop13h 30m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Fri 19/12

4:40-3:55

1 stop24h 15m

R11 757

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

14:30-2:40

1 stop11h 10m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Tue 6/1

15:20-3:55

1 stop13h 35m

R11 826

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB - JED

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

23:00-13:30

1 stop13h 30m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Mon 5/1

4:40-13:05

1 stop9h 25m

R12 137

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia

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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 419). Flying from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 346). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Saudi Arabia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 November 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia by exploring options for tickets at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Saudi Arabia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Saudi Arabia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Saudi Arabia flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 1 November 2025.
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
3 396 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

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
3 396 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 396 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

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
3 661 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 396 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

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
7,4
Good
1 284 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 396 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

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
884 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 396 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

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
6,5
Okay
378 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 396 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

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, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways fly from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in about 13h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 30m. 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.

  • 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 419). Flying from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 346). 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 1 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapestR6 636AverageR12 213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 057AverageR11 569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 715AverageR9 833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 563AverageR17 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 975AverageR14 307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 465AverageR17 143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 493AverageR14 973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SAUDIACheapestR12 526AverageR14 071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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