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Cheap flights from Middle East to South Africa from R5 125

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
May 13 — May 201
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 8 May 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 755

One-way from

R5 125

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R10 068

Good round-trip deal

R12 898 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 338 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 20/5-25/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 10m total
  • Middle East to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 20m total
  • Middle East to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R14 533 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 841 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 8 May 2025.

Tue 13/55:20DXB - JNB
1 stop28h 00mEgyptair
Mon 19/521:45JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 7/5R8 737
Thu 5/61:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Sat 14/616:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 8/5R8 755
Tue 13/56:55DXB - JNB
1 stop19h 20mKenya Airways
Fri 16/51:15JNB - DXB
1 stop20h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/5R8 810
Fri 9/517:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 22/522:50JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5R9 029
Thu 22/523:20DXB - JNB
1 stop18h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 26/513:55JNB - DXB
1 stop18h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R9 102
Sat 7/64:20DOH - JNB
1 stop27h 50mEgyptair
Sun 8/621:45JNB - DOH
1 stop28h 35mEgyptair
Deal found 7/5R10 597
Fri 9/517:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/521:45JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R11 290
Mon 2/64:25DXB - CPT
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/67:25CPT - DXB
2 stops17h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5R12 002
Wed 14/56:55DXB - CPT
2 stops17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/520:25CPT - DXB
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R12 239
Wed 11/623:25DXB - CPT
1 stop13h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 16/615:20CPT - DXB
2 stops16h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R12 458
Tue 20/53:15DOH - JNB
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/513:55JNB - DOH
Nonstop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R12 531
Thu 29/51:45DOH - JNB
1 stop13h 35mRwandAir
Fri 13/616:50JNB - DOH
1 stop12h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 7/5R12 585

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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 8 May 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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DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 20/5

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R8 755

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 27/5

0:55-15:50

1 stop16h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/6

17:00-5:25

1 stop10h 25m

R8 810

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 6/6

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/6

22:50-15:45

1 stop14h 55m

R9 120

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 24/6

5:50-16:10

1 stop12h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/6

16:50-3:25

2 stops32h 35m

R9 631

DohaJohannesburg

DOH - JNB

DOHJNB

Doha Hamad Intl

Sat 7/6

4:20-7:10

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

21:45-3:20

1 stop28h 35m

R10 597

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Wed 11/6

23:25-10:50

1 stop13h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/6

13:00-11:40

1 stop20h 40m

R11 929

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/6

4:25-13:45

1 stop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/6

7:25-2:55

2 stops17h 30m

R12 002

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/6

1:50-21:10

2 stops21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/6

11:30-8:30

2 stops19h 00m

R12 312

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 20/5

0:55-10:55

1 stop12h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

14:15-2:30

1 stop10h 15m

R12 348

DohaJohannesburg

DOH - JNB

DOHJNB

Doha Hamad Intl

Tue 20/5

3:15-13:05

1 stop10h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/5

13:55-23:15

Nonstop8h 20m

R12 531

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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, 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 8 May 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.

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 8 May 2025.

The most flights from 0ME to ZA0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 8 May 2025.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 224 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 224 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 224 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 338 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 224 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
782 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 224 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Finnair
7,6
Good
1 276 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 224 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 449 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 224 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 125 on Kenya Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from R5 308 and RwandAir from R5 527 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.

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    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 8 May 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR5 867AverageR12 580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 556AverageR11 881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR7 711AverageR15 265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 802AverageR14 138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR7 951AverageR10 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 428AverageR12 602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 478AverageR13 360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR8 883AverageR21 090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR14 189AverageR18 955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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