Q: Can I fly back to South Africa from Saudi Arabia?

Returning to South Africa from Saudi Arabia COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Saudi Arabia are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering South Africa. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Saudi Arabia are not required to quarantine after entering South Africa.

Question 1

How popular is this South Africa to Saudi Arabia flight route?

Accepted Answer

The South Africa to Saudi Arabia flight path was viewed by 2 855 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

Question 2

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Saudi Arabia one-way?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 719. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Saudi Arabia for a low price.

Question 3

Can I fly to Saudi Arabia from South Africa right now?

Accepted Answer

Information is based on travel restrictions from South Africa to Saudi Arabia

Most visitors from South Africa can enter Saudi Arabia without restrictions.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from South Africa are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Saudi Arabia.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from South Africa are not required to quarantine after entering Saudi Arabia.

Documents
Tawakkalna app - Download and register the Tawakkalna application before arriving at the point of departure. To use Tawakkalna in Saudi you will need phone and data services on your cellphone.

Question 4

Can I fly back to South Africa from Saudi Arabia?

Accepted Answer

Returning to South Africa from Saudi Arabia

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Saudi Arabia are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering South Africa.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Saudi Arabia are not required to quarantine after entering South Africa.

Question 5

Can I find flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia for under R8 700 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia for under R8 700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Etihad Airways for just R8 604, but on average you can expect to pay R9 800.

Question 6

Are there last-minute flights available from South Africa to Saudi Arabia for under R11 100?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 20+ open flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia within the next 7 days for less than R11 100.

Question 7

Which airlines flying from South Africa to Saudi Arabia have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Emirates are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 61 days in advance to save up to 44% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 61 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from South Africa to Saudi Arabia 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as R15 847, or R18 207 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Saudi Arabia from South Africa. Prices for February average R13 501 per person but you can even find prices for as low as R10 193. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a February flight can save you 40% on your journey compared to booking in June

Question 10

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to Saudi Arabia (ZA - SA)?

Accepted Answer

When flying from South Africa to Saudi Arabia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Etihad Airways	CheapestR6 248	AverageR13 142	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	COVID-19 safety	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR6 716	AverageR12 743	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	COVID-19 safety	Search Qatar Airways flights
SAUDIA	CheapestR7 313	AverageR10 386	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%	COVID-19 safety	Search SAUDIA flights
Egypt Air	CheapestR7 410	AverageR9 798	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	COVID-19 safety	Search Egypt Air flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR8 332	AverageR12 035	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	COVID-19 safety	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	CheapestR10 555	AverageR15 268	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	COVID-19 safety	Search Emirates flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR11 692	AverageR12 657	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	COVID-19 safety	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR14 627	AverageR15 132	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	COVID-19 safety	Search Kenya Airways flights

Cheap flights from South Africa to Saudi Arabia

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

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

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to Saudi Arabia (ZA - SA)?