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

Direct flights often offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with layovers can sometimes be significantly cheaper, especially for longer routes. Consider your budget and time constraints when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Riyadh to Johannesburg flights?

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

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. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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2026-11-02 – 2026-11-09
RUH - Johannesburg
82% AI deal score
$744
$637
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-18
RUH - Johannesburg
78% AI deal score
$687
$645
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2026-11-12 – 2026-11-16
RUH - Johannesburg
78% AI deal score
$744
$734
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$782
$749
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$668
$752
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73% AI deal score
$671
$757
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73% AI deal score
$665
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$674
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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 about 26h 45m. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 6017 kilometers. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the time spent in transit and during layovers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg, fares right now are below the typical level. Prices typically range from $980–$1238, with a median of $1099. Currently, only 1% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that deals are infrequent — a price alert helps.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg? The data shows that October is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1057. Following closely are November, with a median of $1120, and December, with a median of $1135. These months offer relatively better value compared to other periods.

Most itineraries from Riyadh to Johannesburg connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to make multiple stops on your journey between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Regular price: $611 - $750

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

The regular price range for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg is between $611 and $750. The current lowest deal is $645 with Egyptair, for travel from Nov 1-Nov 18.

now $645

Low $611

High $750

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg is October, with a median price of $1057. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1135. Prices are generally lower from October to November.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $1,057

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,135

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Etihad Airways

Flynas

Saudia

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$704

$734

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$717

$737

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$710

$772

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$682

$882

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$681

$885

One-way

Sun, Nov 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$744

$737

One-way

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

7 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 13

$718 → $647

10%

17 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 18

$687 → $643

4 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 16

$744 → $731

6 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 11

$722 → $755

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Riyadh - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg are below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

October offers the lowest median price

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $1057.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights average 26h 45m

Flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg are long-haul, typically lasting 26h 45m with two stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights; most routes include two stopovers for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg.

🏆 Airline highlight

Egyptair offers a recent deal for $645

A recent deal from Egyptair via Skyscanner was found for $645 from November 1 to November 18.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg are historically rare, so consider booking when available.

Riyadh main airports to depart from

King Khalid International (RUH)

Cheapest

King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is a convenient option for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg.

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

💸 Flights from ~$610

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is the primary airport for flights arriving in Johannesburg from Riyadh.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$588

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

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

📍 ~500 km from Johannesburg (significant travel distance, approx. 5-6 hours by road)

💸 Flights from ~$945

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

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Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

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From RUH

Elite

Nov 15

Johannesburg, South Africa

93% AI deal score

$4,370

$2,362

Save $2,008

Egyptair

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Nov 04

Johannesburg, South Africa

93% AI deal score

$4,314

$2,378

Save $1,936

Egyptair

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Nov 04

Johannesburg, South Africa

93% AI deal score

$4,246

$2,378

Save $1,868

Egyptair

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Nov 17

Johannesburg, South Africa

93% AI deal score

$4,366

$2,408

Save $1,958

Egyptair

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Nov 14

Johannesburg, South Africa

93% AI deal score

$4,636

$2,760

Save $1,876

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Nov 24

Johannesburg, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,508

$2,174

Save $2,334

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Nov 15

Johannesburg, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,370

$2,554

Save $1,816

Egyptair

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Nov 15

Johannesburg, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,268

$2,554

Save $1,714

Egyptair

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Nov 15

Johannesburg, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,318

$2,554

Save $1,764

Egyptair

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Nov 15

Johannesburg, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,268

$2,554

Save $1,714

Egyptair

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Nov 15

Johannesburg, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,268

$2,556

Save $1,712

Egyptair

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Nov 15

Johannesburg, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,278

$2,556

Save $1,722

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 various airlines and booking platforms can also help you identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, may help secure lower fares. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring trends is often beneficial. Last-minute deals can sometimes appear, but they are not guaranteed.

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

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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: $611 - $750

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

The regular price range for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg is between $611 and $750. The current lowest deal is $645 with Egyptair, for travel from Nov 1-Nov 18.

now $645

Low $611

High $750

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg

October

Cheapest

Flights from $1,057

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,135

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Etihad Airways

Flynas

Saudia

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$704

$734

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$717

$737

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$710

$772

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$682

$882

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$681

$885

One-way

Sun, Nov 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Johannesburg

Riyadh (RUH) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

$744

$737

One-way

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

7 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 13

$718 → $647

10%

17 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 18

$687 → $643

4 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 16

$744 → $731

6 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 11

$722 → $755

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg

Riyadh - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg are below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

October offers the lowest median price

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $1057.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights average 26h 45m

Flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg are long-haul, typically lasting 26h 45m with two stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights; most routes include two stopovers for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg.

🏆 Airline highlight

Egyptair offers a recent deal for $645

A recent deal from Egyptair via Skyscanner was found for $645 from November 1 to November 18.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg are historically rare, so consider booking when available.

Riyadh main airports to depart from

King Khalid International (RUH)

Cheapest

King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is a convenient option for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg.

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

💸 Flights from ~$610

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is the primary airport for flights arriving in Johannesburg from Riyadh.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$588

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

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

Johannesburg, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,278

$2,556

Save $1,722

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

October offers the lowest median price

Long-haul flights average 26h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Egyptair offers a recent deal for $645

Deals are rare for this route

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 15

Nov 04

Nov 04

Nov 17

Nov 14

Nov 24

Nov 15

Nov 15

Nov 15

Nov 15

Nov 15

Nov 15

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

October offers the lowest median price

Long-haul flights average 26h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Egyptair offers a recent deal for $645

Deals are rare for this route

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 15

Nov 04

Nov 04

Nov 17

Nov 14

Nov 24

Nov 15

Nov 15

Nov 15

Nov 15

Nov 15

Nov 15

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?