Are direct flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with one or more stops can sometimes be significantly cheaper, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Jeddah to Johannesburg flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even specific weeks. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in notable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Jeddah to Johannesburg flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may charge for carry-on bags or checked luggage, which can add to the total price. Be aware of any fees for changing or canceling your flight as well.

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Jeddah to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $580. Other cost-effective options include April, with a median fare of $589, and March, where the median fare is $679. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to other times of the year.

Fares for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg typically range from $828 to $1534, with a median price of $1090. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. New deals show up several times a week, providing regular opportunities to find better prices.

Most itineraries from Jeddah to Johannesburg connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were for non-stop flights, meaning you should expect to make connections. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Jeddah to Johannesburg takes approximately 26h 15m, including connections. This duration accounts for the layovers common on this route, as direct flights are not readily available.

The distance between Jeddah and Johannesburg is 5446 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance contributes to the extended travel times and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Regular price: $596 - $889

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg.

The regular price range for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg is between $596 and $889. The current lowest deal is $758 with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Oct 21-Nov 5.

now $758

Low $596

High $889

The cheapest time to fly from Jeddah to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from JED to JNB is January, with a median price of $580. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1178. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $580

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,178

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Ethiopian Airlines

Etihad Airways

Egyptair

Faso Airways

Last-minute flights going from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JED - Johannesburg

Jeddah (JED) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

$892

$801

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JED - Johannesburg

Jeddah (JED) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

$792

$803

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JED - Johannesburg

Jeddah (JED) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$735

$648

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JED - Johannesburg

Jeddah (JED) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$849

$664

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JED - Johannesburg

Jeddah (JED) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$792

$756

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JED - Johannesburg

Jeddah (JED) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$741

$758

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg

1 night

Sep 18 - Sep 19

$887 → $644

27%

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

$886 → $644

27%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$885 → $644

27%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$885 → $645

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Jeddah - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Jeddah to Johannesburg are above the typical level at $758.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January has the lowest median price at $580, followed by April at $589.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 26h 15m

The median flight time for connecting flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg is 26h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ethiopian Airlines has 43 deals

Ethiopian Airlines has 43 direct deals, followed by Etihad Airways with 30 deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg appear regularly, typically every 30 days.

Jeddah main airports to depart from

King Abdulaziz International (JED)

Cheapest

King Abdulaziz International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg.

📍 ~45 km from Jeddah (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$628

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is Johannesburg's main airport, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, train)

💸 Flights from ~$627

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major international hub and a reliable backup for long-haul and domestic connectivity.

📍 ~480 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car, approx. 5-6 hours drive).

💸 Flights from ~$874

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From JED

Elite

Sep 16

Johannesburg, South Africa

86% AI deal score

$3,470

$2,579

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Kenya Airways

Business Class

From JED

Elite

Sep 18

Johannesburg, South Africa

86% AI deal score

$3,429

$2,579

Save $850

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From JED

Elite

Dec 08

Johannesburg, South Africa

83% AI deal score

$3,047

$2,503

Save $544

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From JED

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Dec 22

Johannesburg, South Africa

83% AI deal score

$3,175

$2,567

Save $608

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From JED

Elite

Dec 06

Johannesburg, South Africa

82% AI deal score

$3,220

$2,453

Save $767

Egyptair

Business Class

From JED

Elite

Dec 21

Johannesburg, South Africa

82% AI deal score

$3,107

$2,464

Save $643

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From JED

Elite

Dec 19

Johannesburg, South Africa

82% AI deal score

$3,066

$2,538

Save $528

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From JED

Elite

Feb 13

Johannesburg, South Africa

81% AI deal score

$2,972

$2,449

Save $523

Egyptair

Business Class

From JED

Elite

Dec 01

Johannesburg, South Africa

81% AI deal score

$3,056

$2,449

Save $607

Egyptair

Business Class

From JED

Elite

Dec 01

Johannesburg, South Africa

81% AI deal score

$3,034

$2,449

Save $585

Egyptair

Business Class

From JED

Elite

Dec 01

Johannesburg, South Africa

81% AI deal score

$3,033

$2,450

Save $583

Egyptair

Business Class

From JED

Elite

Sep 22

Johannesburg, South Africa

81% AI deal score

$3,008

$2,560

Save $448

Etihad Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Look out for layovers, as these flights can sometimes be less expensive than direct options.

Booking in advance often provides more competitive prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you decide the optimal booking moment. Weekday travel can also sometimes offer better rates than weekend departures.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal different flight options and prices. While it might add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the cost and time of additional transportation.

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Jeddah to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Regular price: $596 - $889

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg.

The regular price range for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg is between $596 and $889. The current lowest deal is $758 with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Oct 21-Nov 5.

now $758

Low $596

High $889

The cheapest time to fly from Jeddah to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from JED to JNB is January, with a median price of $580. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1178. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $580

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,178

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Ethiopian Airlines

Etihad Airways

Egyptair

Faso Airways

Last-minute flights going from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JED - Johannesburg

Jeddah (JED) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

$892

$801

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JED - Johannesburg

Jeddah (JED) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

$792

$803

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JED - Johannesburg

Jeddah (JED) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$735

$648

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JED - Johannesburg

Jeddah (JED) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$849

$664

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JED - Johannesburg

Jeddah (JED) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$792

$756

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JED - Johannesburg

Jeddah (JED) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$741

$758

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg

1 night

Sep 18 - Sep 19

$887 → $644

27%

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

$886 → $644

27%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$885 → $644

27%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$885 → $645

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Jeddah - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Jeddah to Johannesburg are above the typical level at $758.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January has the lowest median price at $580, followed by April at $589.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 26h 15m

The median flight time for connecting flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg is 26h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ethiopian Airlines has 43 deals

Ethiopian Airlines has 43 direct deals, followed by Etihad Airways with 30 deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg appear regularly, typically every 30 days.

Jeddah main airports to depart from

King Abdulaziz International (JED)

Cheapest

King Abdulaziz International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg.

📍 ~45 km from Jeddah (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$628

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is Johannesburg's main airport, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, train)

💸 Flights from ~$627

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major international hub and a reliable backup for long-haul and domestic connectivity.

Johannesburg, South Africa

81% AI deal score

$3,008

$2,560

Save $448

Etihad Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Cheap Flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Today’s best flight deals from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Jeddah to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Jeddah to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Popular Airports to fly from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Jeddah - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January offers the lowest median price

Median flight time is 26h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Ethiopian Airlines has 43 deals

Deals appear regularly

Jeddah main airports to depart from

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

Sep 16

Sep 18

Dec 08

Dec 22

Dec 06

Dec 21

Dec 19

Feb 13

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 01

Sep 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg?

Are direct flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Jeddah to Johannesburg flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Jeddah to Johannesburg flights?

Related routes

More routes from Jeddah

Flights to Johannesburg from other cities

Jeddah to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Jeddah to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Popular Airports to fly from Jeddah to Johannesburg

Jeddah - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January offers the lowest median price

Median flight time is 26h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Ethiopian Airlines has 43 deals

Deals appear regularly

Jeddah main airports to depart from

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

Sep 16

Sep 18

Dec 08

Dec 22

Dec 06

Dec 21

Dec 19

Feb 13

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 01

Sep 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Jeddah to Johannesburg?