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Cheap flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia from R4 970

JNB — JED
Sep 21 — Sep 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia

Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop12h 45m
Sat 21/1119:20 -
1 stop14h 00m
Deal found 20/8R9 027
Sat 10/109:45 -
1 stop12h 40m
Tue 20/1019:00 -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 21/8R9 059
Fri 30/109:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Fri 6/1119:20 -
1 stop14h 00m
Deal found 17/8R9 075
Thu 1/109:45 -
1 stop17h 10m
Tue 13/1019:00 -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 21/8R9 267
Tue 10/119:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Sat 21/1115:25 -
1 stop17h 55m
Deal found 18/8R9 348
Wed 30/99:45 -
1 stop29h 25m
Tue 13/105:30 -
1 stop27h 50m
Deal found 19/8R9 364
Thu 22/109:45 -
1 stop29h 25m
Thu 29/105:55 -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 17/8R9 444
Mon 14/914:30 -
1 stop11h 10m
Thu 8/1015:20 -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 18/8R9 524
Mon 5/1014:30 -
1 stop11h 10m
Mon 12/104:40 -
1 stop9h 50m
Deal found 20/8R9 588
Wed 30/922:50 -
1 stop13h 40m
Wed 7/1015:20 -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 22/8R9 636
Fri 9/1019:30 -
1 stop18h 40m
Fri 16/104:50 -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 17/8R11 111
Fri 4/913:15 -
1 stop13h 05m
Fri 11/919:50 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 21/8R11 127

Find flight deals from South Africa to Saudi Arabia

Round-trip from

R9 027

One-way from

R4 970

Popular in

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Cheapest in

November

Average price

R10 293
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/11-21/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 45m total
  • South Africa to Saudi Arabia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 55m total
  • South Africa to Saudi Arabia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R12 546 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 134 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgJeddah

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

9:50-16:25

1 stop29h 35m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Thu 26/11

19:20-8:20

1 stop14h 00m

R9 700

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

22:50-13:30

1 stop13h 40m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Sun 25/10

15:20-3:55

1 stop13h 35m

R9 812

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/12

14:30-2:40

1 stop11h 10m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Tue 5/1

15:20-3:55

1 stop13h 35m

R10 967

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

22:50-2:40

1 stop26h 50m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Mon 12/10

15:20-3:55

1 stop13h 35m

R11 015

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT Cape Town Intl - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

13:50-15:55

2 stops25h 05m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 30/9

22:30-13:00

2 stops39h 30m

R11 143

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT Cape Town Intl - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

13:50-2:10

1 stop11h 20m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 29/9

3:40-14:10

1 stop11h 30m

R11 223

Cape TownRiyadh

CPT Cape Town Intl - RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

CPTRUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

13:50-2:10

1 stop11h 20m

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 22/9

3:40-14:10

1 stop11h 30m

R11 400
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Cape TownJeddah

CPT Cape Town Intl - JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

CPTJED

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/9

15:10-2:40

1 stop10h 30m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Fri 2/10

4:40-14:10

1 stop10h 30m

R11 464

Cape TownJeddah

CPT Cape Town Intl - JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

CPTJED

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

13:50-2:40

1 stop11h 50m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Fri 2/10

4:40-14:10

1 stop10h 30m

R11 496

JohannesburgJeddah

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JED Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

JNBJED

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

14:30-2:40

1 stop11h 10m

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Sat 3/10

15:20-20:10

1 stop29h 50m

R11 881

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia (average of R9 652). Flying from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in May is currently the most expensive (average of R12 282). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia is 56 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Saudi Arabia

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
3 657 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,2

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
3 657 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,2

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
3 735 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,2

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
1 507 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,2

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
1 029 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,2

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
446 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,2

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

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia?

    Airlines like Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Emirates fly from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in about 13h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h 15m. 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 R2 885. 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia (average of R9 652). Flying from South Africa to Saudi Arabia in May is currently the most expensive (average of R12 282). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 159AverageR10 535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 575AverageR9 054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR6 980AverageR11 818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR8 551AverageR14 123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 987AverageR12 130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 287AverageR13 956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR12 745AverageR14 564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 253AverageR17 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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