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Cheap flights from Iraq to South Africa from R17 847

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EBL — JNB
Jun 15 — Jun 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Iraq to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Iraq to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iraq to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 May 2026.

Fri 26/618:55
BGW
-
JNB
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/712:40
JNB
-
BGW
1 stop31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5R17 847
Thu 25/64:00
EBL
-
CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/713:15
CPT
-
EBL
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5R22 404
Fri 5/616:50
EBL
-
CPT
2 stops21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/619:30
CPT
-
EBL
1 stop24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R22 454
Fri 26/621:55
BGW
-
JNB
1 stop12h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 3/712:40
JNB
-
BGW
1 stop13h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/5R23 303
Mon 15/65:40
EBL
-
CPT
1 stop31h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 29/616:35
CPT
-
EBL
1 stop15h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/5R24 267
Mon 15/614:15
EBL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/610:35
CPT
-
EBL
2 stops33h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R24 567
Thu 25/610:05
EBL
-
CPT
1 stop26h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/716:35
CPT
-
EBL
1 stop30h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/5R24 583
Fri 5/616:50
EBL
-
CPT
1 stop19h 40m
Emirates
Mon 15/618:25
CPT
-
EBL
1 stop20h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 13/5R25 099
Mon 15/616:50
EBL
-
CPT
2 stops19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/616:40
CPT
-
EBL
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R26 596

Find flight deals from Iraq to South Africa

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Round-trip from

R17 847
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/6-3/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 61h 20m total
  • Iraq to South Africa
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Price

Cheapest return flight

BaghdadJohannesburg

BGW - JNB

BGWJNB

Baghdad Intl

Fri 26/6

18:55-0:15

2 stops30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

12:40-20:40

1 stop31h 00m

R17 847

ErbilCape Town

EBL - CPT

EBLCPT

Erbil Intl

Thu 25/6

4:00-13:25

2 stops34h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/7

13:15-3:15

1 stop13h 00m

R22 404

ErbilCape Town

EBL - CPT

EBLCPT

Erbil Intl

Fri 5/6

16:50-13:00

2 stops21h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

19:30-21:00

1 stop24h 30m

R22 454
Fastest return journey

BaghdadJohannesburg

BGW - JNB

BGWJNB

Baghdad Intl

Fri 26/6

21:55-9:00

1 stop12h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

12:40-3:20

1 stop13h 40m

R23 303

ErbilCape Town

EBL - CPT

EBLCPT

Erbil Intl

Mon 15/6

14:15-10:15

1 stop21h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 29/6

10:35-21:00

2 stops33h 25m

R24 983

ErbilCape Town

EBL - CPT

EBLCPT

Erbil Intl

Fri 5/6

16:50-11:30

1 stop19h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

18:25-15:50

1 stop20h 25m

R25 099

ErbilCape Town

EBL - CPT

EBLCPT

Erbil Intl

Mon 15/6

5:40-11:50

1 stop31h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 29/6

16:35-9:00

1 stop15h 25m

R26 097

ErbilCape Town

EBL - CPT

EBLCPT

Erbil Intl

Mon 15/6

16:50-11:45

2 stops19h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 29/6

16:40-15:50

2 stops22h 10m

R26 596

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 16 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates from Iraq to South Africa have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iraq to South Africa. 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 Iraq to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Iraq to South Africa in 12h 05m. Fly via Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6812 km.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Iraq to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Iraq to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Iraq to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iraq to South Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestR23 873AverageR23 875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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