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Cheap flights from Middle East to South Africa from R5 157

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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TLV — JNB
Aug 31 — Sep 71
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Middle East to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Middle East to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 26 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 911

One-way from

R5 157

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 506

Good round-trip deal

R10 593 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 290 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 29/9-6/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Middle East to South Africa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 30m total
  • Middle East to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R6 729 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 743 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Middle East to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Middle East to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 August 2025.

Mon 29/90:55DXB - JNB
1 stop25h 30mKenya Airways
Mon 6/101:25JNB - DXB
1 stop20h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/8R8 911
Tue 9/126:55DXB - JNB
1 stop19h 30mKenya Airways
Mon 12/117:00JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/8R8 946
Mon 1/91:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Sat 6/916:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 26/8R8 998
Mon 8/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Sun 11/13:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 26/8R9 069
Wed 3/94:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 13/914:30JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/8R9 156
Thu 4/917:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 14/914:30JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/8R9 209
Tue 2/917:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 15/98:20JNB - DXB
1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/8R9 244
Wed 27/84:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 31/814:30JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/8R9 279
Fri 10/106:55DXB - JNB
1 stop19h 30mKenya Airways
Thu 16/101:25JNB - DXB
1 stop26h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/8R9 314
Thu 11/95:50DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 17/93:10JNB - DXB
2 stops22h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/8R9 332
Wed 8/1023:25DXB - JNB
1 stop18h 45mQatar Airways
Wed 15/1016:50JNB - DXB
2 stops16h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/8R9 349
Tue 16/90:55DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 55mKenya Airways
Wed 24/91:25JNB - DXB
1 stop25h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/8R9 402

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Middle East to South Africa 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 26 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Middle East to South Africa that are best for you.

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Middle East

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 29/9

0:55-0:25

1 stop25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/10

1:25-23:25

1 stop20h 00m

R8 911

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 1/9

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/9

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R8 998

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 3/9

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/9

14:30-2:55

1 stop10h 25m

R9 156

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 6/9

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/9

14:30-2:55

1 stop10h 25m

R9 156

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 6/9

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/9

14:30-2:55

1 stop10h 25m

R9 156

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 3/9

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/9

14:30-2:55

1 stop10h 25m

R9 156

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 31/8

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/9

14:30-2:55

1 stop10h 25m

R9 156

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 2/9

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/9

14:30-2:55

1 stop10h 25m

R9 156

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 3/9

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/9

14:30-2:55

1 stop10h 25m

R9 156

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 31/8

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/9

14:30-2:55

1 stop10h 25m

R9 156

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Best time to book a flight from Middle East to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Middle East to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Middle East to South Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Middle East to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Middle East to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 ME to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Middle East to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 August 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Middle East to South Africa as you normally would.

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 26 August 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, South African, andQatar Airways from Middle East to South Africa 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
3 318 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
South African
7,6
Good
43 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 608 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
843 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
280 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Middle East 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 Middle East to South Africa?

    Kenya Airways, RwandAir, and Ethiopian Air can get you from Middle East to South Africa in just under 10h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 50m. Middle East and South Africa are separated by a distance of 6408 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Middle East to South Africa one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R5 157 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include RwandAir from R5 192 and Qatar Airways from R7 893 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Middle East to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Middle East to South Africa.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Middle East 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Middle East to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Middle East to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Middle East to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 9 airlines flying from Middle East to South Africa

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Middle East to South Africa. 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 26 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 022AverageR12 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 266AverageR10 953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 503AverageR13 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR7 646AverageR10 274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR7 972AverageR14 864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 086AverageR11 806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 543AverageR18 278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 602AverageR12 959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR13 800AverageR18 190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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