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Cheap flights from Middle East to South Africa from R5 334

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
May 23 — May 301
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 23 April 2026.

Thu 21/51:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Sun 31/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 19/4R8 939
Sun 17/51:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Mon 25/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 18/4R9 137
Mon 25/51:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Sun 31/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 18/4R9 236
Thu 7/51:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Thu 14/53:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 20/4R9 433
Sat 16/51:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Sun 24/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 19/4R9 466
Tue 2/61:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Wed 10/616:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 18/4R9 532
Wed 22/717:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 27/722:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/4R9 549
Thu 21/517:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 28/58:20
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/4R9 631
Tue 13/101:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Wed 21/1016:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 20/4R9 647
Thu 21/517:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 30/522:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/4R9 746
Fri 22/55:40
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 29/522:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/4R9 796
Mon 20/722:30
RUH
-
CPT
2 stops39h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 31/715:10
CPT
-
RUH
2 stops58h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4R9 796

Find 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 23 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 939

One-way from

R5 334

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 496

Good round-trip deal

R11 307 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 388 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 21/5-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 10m total
  • Middle East to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 21/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 55m total
  • Middle East to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R16 716 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 418 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Middle East to South Africa that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 25/5

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R10 141

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 24/5

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R10 141

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 15/6

16:50-14:10

2 stops22h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

15:10-15:55

2 stops47h 45m

R10 553

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 19/6

11:15-13:00

2 stops50h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/6

15:10-15:15

2 stops47h 05m

R11 047

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 14/10

23:00-11:00

2 stops14h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

20:55-10:15

1 stop11h 20m

R12 742

DubaiDurban

DXB - DUR

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Mon 31/8

13:15-16:20

2 stops29h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 4/9

12:05-11:40

2 stops21h 35m

R12 742

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/8

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

13:30-23:40

Nonstop8h 10m

R13 286

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 14/10

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

R13 286
Fastest return journey

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 20/5

4:05-10:15

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

R13 319

Tel AvivJohannesburg

TLV - JNB

TLVJNB

Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl

Fri 28/8

15:05-8:20

1 stop18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

9:50-0:15

1 stop13h 25m

R13 319

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Middle East to South Africa (average of R10 652). Flying from Middle East to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 805). 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 23 April 2026.

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.

Weekly flight availability from Middle East to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Middle East to South Africa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 23 April 2026.

The most flights from 0ME to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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 23 April 2026.
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
3 560 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 433 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 004 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

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?

    RwandAir, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways can get you from Middle East to South Africa in just under 14h. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 20m. 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 R2 311 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R2 327 and Egyptair from R3 595 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Middle East to South Africa (average of R10 652). Flying from Middle East to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 805). 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 10 airlines flying from Middle East to South Africa

Discover the top 10 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 23 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapestR4 591AverageR10 297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR5 358AverageR11 440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Royal JordanianCheapestR7 052AverageR11 168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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RwandAirCheapestR7 171AverageR11 036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 218AverageR12 001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR7 540AverageR13 744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 550AverageR17 799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 675AverageR8 755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR8 168AverageR9 097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR12 160AverageR16 098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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