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Cheapest return flight
R9 154
Typical prices: R10 983-R15 457
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/11Sun 18/11
RUH - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: R6 259-R10 863
Egyptair
Sun 11/11
RUH - JNB • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Riyadh and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 61% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 13% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cairo (CAI)
Cheapest • Avg R11 253 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 11h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Riyadh to OR Tambo (RUH-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Riyadh to OR Tambo

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 18
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18:15 - 13:30RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 15m2 stops Cairo Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 15:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
24h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo
R9 154Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
Egyptair Logo
22:00 - 7:10RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 10m1 stop Cairo
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21:45 - 11:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
13h 00m1 stop Cairo
R9 419Egyptair
10 hours ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:40 - 13:30RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 2:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R11 369Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:40 - 13:30RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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8:20 - 2:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
16h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R11 418Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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16:55 - 8:25RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 15:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
28h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R11 798Etihad Airways
1 day ago
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
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2:25 - 10:55RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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0:20 - 12:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
35h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R11 947Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
Etihad Airways Logo
10:30 - 8:25RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 15:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
28h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R12 542Etihad Airways
2 days ago
Wed, Jan 13 - Sun, Jan 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:25 - 11:00RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 0:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
28h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R12 691Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 22
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19:25 - 8:40RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:30 - 9:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
19h 15m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl
R17 945Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Jan 4
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16:40 - 3:55RUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:15 - 3:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
17h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 243Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R11 121 return.
•May (R15 962) and March (R14 640) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 61% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

R5 569
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Riyadh to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Riyadh to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 9 677 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R10 983 to R15 457, with an average of R12 791 over the past 12 months. Anything below R10 983 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the R12 791 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R9 154 to R56 075. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R12 254, which is 42% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 48% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R11 666 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R15 186, a difference of R3 520.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 55m, compared to 12h 09m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 13h 22m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Riyadh and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 1 hour behind Riyadh (South Africa Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R11 666, about R3 520 less than Saturday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 61% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for February. Fares historically average R11 121 return in that month – typically R4 842 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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