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

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more layovers can often be significantly cheaper, making them a good option if you prioritize cost savings over speed. Consider your priorities when making your selection.

Can flexible travel dates help on Riyadh to Johannesburg flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or the season. Shifting your departure or return by a few days may result in substantial savings on your ticket.

What extra costs should I check before booking Riyadh 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 also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Being aware of these additional expenses can help you budget accurately for your trip.

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Riyadh to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg

A typical journey from Riyadh to Johannesburg, including connections, takes approximately 26h 45m. This reflects the nature of the route, where most itineraries involve at least one stopover, extending the overall travel time.

When looking for cheap flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg, you'll find that fares typically range from $829–$1662, with a median of $1183. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level. However, a very small share of recent fares were classified as a good price.

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg is often in January, with a median fare of $586. Other favorable months include April, where the median fare is $674, and September, with a median of $794.

Most itineraries from Riyadh to Johannesburg connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which contributes to the longer overall journey times.

The route from Riyadh to Johannesburg covers a substantial distance of 6017 kilometers. This classifies it as a long-haul journey, meaning you should anticipate a significant travel duration and plan accordingly.

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Regular price: $696 - $852

Prices for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $696 and $852. The current lowest deal is $606 with Egyptair, for travel from Sep 20-Sep 27.

now $606

Low $696

High $852

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg is January, with a median price of $586. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1649. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $586

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,649

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Ethiopian Airlines

Etihad Airways

Flynas

Egyptair

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$783

$688

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$777

$690

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$936

$692

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$779

$693

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$775

$711

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Egyptair

$960

$789

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

$944 → $692

27%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$936 → $692

26%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$936 → $710

24%

7 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 27

$805 → $596

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Riyadh - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Riyadh to Johannesburg are below the typical level at $606.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January has the lowest median price at $586 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 26h 45m

Flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg typically involve 2 stopovers, lasting 26h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Ethiopian Airlines offers the most deals

Ethiopian Airlines has 57 deals, followed by Etihad Airways with 25 deals on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Egyptair has a deal for $606

Egyptair offers a deal for $606 from September 20 to September 27.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg appear regularly, with frequent price drops.

Riyadh main airports to depart from

King Khalid International (RUH)

Cheapest

King Khalid International is a convenient departure airport for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg.

📍 ~27 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$624

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a primary gateway to Johannesburg and a good option for your trip.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$633

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major international hub, offering comprehensive cabin classes and reliable connectivity.

📍 ~480 km from Johannesburg (significant travel distance, approx. 5-6 hours by road)

💸 Flights from ~$1,015

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

$2,728

Save $1,777

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Nov 01

Johannesburg, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,450

$1,934

Save $2,516

Egyptair

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Oct 31

Johannesburg, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$3,629

$2,313

Save $1,316

Egyptair

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Oct 25

Johannesburg, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$3,510

$2,359

Save $1,151

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Oct 20

Johannesburg, South Africa

91% AI deal score

$3,366

$2,307

Save $1,059

Egyptair

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Oct 20

Johannesburg, South Africa

91% AI deal score

$3,330

$2,307

Save $1,023

Egyptair

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 platforms can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers instead of direct routes may also present cheaper options.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower fares. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring flight prices over a period may help you identify a good booking window. Mid-week bookings might also occasionally offer better rates.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare can sometimes be significant. Always factor in the additional transportation costs and time when considering this approach.

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Riyadh to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Regular price: $696 - $852

Prices for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $696 and $852. The current lowest deal is $606 with Egyptair, for travel from Sep 20-Sep 27.

now $606

Low $696

High $852

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg

January

Cheapest

Flights from $586

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,649

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Ethiopian Airlines

Etihad Airways

Flynas

Egyptair

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$783

$688

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$777

$690

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$936

$692

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$779

$693

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$775

$711

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Egyptair

$960

$789

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

$944 → $692

27%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$936 → $692

26%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$936 → $710

24%

7 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 27

$805 → $596

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Riyadh - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Riyadh to Johannesburg are below the typical level at $606.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price

Historically, January has the lowest median price at $586 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 26h 45m

Flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg typically involve 2 stopovers, lasting 26h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Ethiopian Airlines offers the most deals

Ethiopian Airlines has 57 deals, followed by Etihad Airways with 25 deals on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Egyptair has a deal for $606

Egyptair offers a deal for $606 from September 20 to September 27.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg appear regularly, with frequent price drops.

Riyadh main airports to depart from

King Khalid International (RUH)

Cheapest

King Khalid International is a convenient departure airport for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg.

📍 ~27 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$624

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a primary gateway to Johannesburg and a good option for your trip.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$633

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major international hub, offering comprehensive cabin classes and reliable connectivity.

Johannesburg, South Africa

91% AI deal score

$3,330

$2,307

Save $1,023

Egyptair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Today’s best flight deals from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Riyadh to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Johannesburg

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

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Riyadh - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median price

Connecting flights average 26h 45m

Ethiopian Airlines offers the most deals

Egyptair has a deal for $606

Deals appear regularly

Riyadh 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Riyadh to Johannesburg flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Riyadh

Flights to Johannesburg from other cities

Riyadh to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Johannesburg

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

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Riyadh - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January offers the lowest median price

Connecting flights average 26h 45m

Ethiopian Airlines offers the most deals

Egyptair has a deal for $606

Deals appear regularly

Riyadh 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

Nov 08

Nov 08

Nov 10

Nov 10

Nov 08

Nov 15

Nov 23

Nov 01

Oct 31

Oct 25

Oct 20

Oct 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg?

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