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Cheap flights from Middle East to South Africa from R5 179

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 31/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
Aug 19 — Aug 261
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 20 July 2026.

Sat 25/70:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop25h 20m
Kenya Airways
Tue 4/812:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop33h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/7R9 220
Sat 25/70:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sat 31/1017:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/7R9 402
Mon 24/817:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 30/814:30
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/7R9 435
Thu 3/917:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 7/98:20
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/7R9 484
Wed 2/90:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Kenya Airways
Sun 6/91:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop20h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 18/7R9 666
Sat 29/817:10
DXB
-
JNB
3 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/914:15
JNB
-
DXB
3 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7R9 765
Mon 10/86:45
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Kenya Airways
Tue 25/812:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop33h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/7R9 781
Sat 25/717:10
DXB
-
JNB
3 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/714:15
JNB
-
DXB
3 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7R10 045
Sat 22/817:10
DXB
-
JNB
3 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/914:15
JNB
-
DXB
3 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7R10 062
Sun 23/817:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 28/814:30
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop11h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/7R10 111
Thu 24/121:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
RwandAir
Sun 3/13:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 19/7R10 161
Sat 25/717:10
DXB
-
JNB
3 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/814:15
JNB
-
DXB
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7R10 177

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 20 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 435

One-way from

R5 179

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 360

Good round-trip deal

R12 629 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 848 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 24/8-30/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 10m total
  • Middle East to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 31/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 55m total
  • Middle East to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R15 945 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 793 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 20 July 2026.
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Depart

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Price

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DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 3/9

17:10-13:25

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

8:20-2:55

1 stop16h 35m

R9 484

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 15/9

23:00-9:10

1 stop12h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

15:05-11:40

3 stops18h 35m

R11 760

JeddahCape Town

JED - CPT

JEDCPT

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Thu 24/9

15:20-13:00

1 stop22h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

13:50-2:40

1 stop11h 50m

R11 843

JeddahCape Town

JED - CPT

JEDCPT

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Wed 26/8

11:40-10:15

1 stop23h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

19:30-15:10

1 stop18h 40m

R11 909

JeddahCape Town

JED - CPT

JEDCPT

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Sat 24/10

19:50-17:25

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

12:35-7:25

1 stop17h 50m

R12 470

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 31/8

3:40-14:10

1 stop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

9:00-2:10

2 stops16h 10m

R12 569

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 26/11

3:40-14:35

1 stop11h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/12

13:50-2:10

1 stop11h 20m

R12 618

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 31/7

3:40-18:55

2 stops16h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/8

13:50-2:10

1 stop11h 20m

R12 816

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 29/8

17:10-13:15

3 stops22h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

20:55-21:25

2 stops22h 30m

R12 932

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 6/11

2:25-23:00

1 stop21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

0:55-5:25

1 stop27h 30m

R13 031

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Middle East with our price prediction graph.
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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Middle East to South Africa (average of R11 629). Flying from Middle East to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 290). 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 20 July 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 20 July 2026.

The most flights from 0ME to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Middle East to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from Middle East to South Africa is 67 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 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 20 July 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
3 633 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 633 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 633 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
South African
7,6
Good
63 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 633 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 748 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 633 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 483 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 633 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 010 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 633 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

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?

    Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines can get you from Middle East to South Africa in just under 12h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 05m. 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 316 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R2 332 and Egyptair from R3 610 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Middle East to South Africa (average of R11 629). Flying from Middle East to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 290). 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 20 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapestR4 599AverageR10 220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR5 402AverageR14 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 821AverageR12 509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR7 043AverageR10 855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search RwandAir flights
Royal JordanianCheapestR7 066AverageR11 188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Search Royal Jordanian flights
EmiratesCheapestR7 565AverageR17 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 697AverageR8 800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 789AverageR11 806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 061AverageR12 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 178AverageR16 345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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