R4 944 Find Cheap Flights to Middle East

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Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Dubai
Dubai1 stopR7 785
Jeddah
Jeddah1 stopR8 311
Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv1 stopR8 539
Doha
Doha1 stopR8 644
Medina
Medina1 stopR16 166
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi1 stopR8 118
Amman
Amman1 stopR11 537
Riyadh
Riyadh1 stopR13 974
Muscat
Muscat1 stopR11 677
Beirut
Beirut1 stopR11 081
Kuwait City
Kuwait City2 stopsR11 502
Dubai
Dubai1 stopR7 785
Jeddah
Jeddah1 stopR8 311
Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv1 stopR8 539
Doha
Doha1 stopR8 644
Medina
Medina1 stopR16 166
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi1 stopR8 118
Amman
Amman1 stopR11 537
Riyadh
Riyadh1 stopR13 974
Muscat
Muscat1 stopR11 677
Beirut
Beirut1 stopR11 081
Kuwait City
Kuwait City2 stopsR11 502

Book Cheap Middle East Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Middle East that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals to Middle East

tor., okt. 16 - man., okt. 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 2:55JNB-DXB
16h 35m1 stop
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5:40 - 20:10DXB-JNB
16h 30m1 stop
R7 785Ethiopian Air
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tor., juli 17 - ons., aug. 6
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 2:55JNB-DXB
16h 35m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:40 - 20:10DXB-JNB
16h 30m1 stop
R8 030Ethiopian Air
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ons., okt. 22 - søn., nov. 2
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20:25 - 16:20JNB-AUH
17h 55m1 stop
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23:30 - 15:35AUH-JNB
18h 05m1 stop
R9 188Qatar Airways
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ons., okt. 22 - søn., nov. 2
Qatar Airways Logo
20:25 - 16:20JNB-AUH
17h 55m1 stop
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22:30 - 15:35AUH-JNB
19h 05m1 stop
R9 223Qatar Airways
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søn., sep. 21 - lør., sep. 27
RwandAir Logo
16:50 - 22:50JNB-DOH
29h 00m1 stop
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1:45 - 14:20DOH-JNB
13h 35m1 stop
R11 116RwandAir
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lør., sep. 20 - lør., sep. 27
RwandAir Logo
3:10 - 22:50JNB-DOH
18h 40m1 stop
RwandAir Logo
1:45 - 14:20DOH-JNB
13h 35m1 stop
R11 186RwandAir
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søn., aug. 31 - lør., sep. 6
Emirates Logo
18:40 - 5:00DUR-DXB
8h 20mdirect
Emirates Logo
10:15 - 16:35DXB-DUR
8h 20mdirect
R11 484Emirates
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søn., aug. 31 - lør., sep. 6
Emirates Logo
18:40 - 5:00DUR-DXB
8h 20mdirect
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10:15 - 16:35DXB-DUR
8h 20mdirect
R11 537Emirates
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man., dec. 22 - tir., mar. 3
South African Logo
19:10 - 5:25DUR-DXB
8h 15mdirect
South African Logo
10:40 - 17:10DXB-DUR
8h 30mdirect
R13 694South African
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tor., juli 17 - lør., juli 19
South African Logo
18:40 - 5:00DUR-DXB
8h 20mdirect
South African Logo
10:15 - 16:35DXB-DUR
8h 20mdirect
R13 746South African
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What is the cheapest flight to Middle East?

These are the best return prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The cheapest ticket to Middle East from South Africa found in the last 72 hours was to Jeddah, at R414 return. The most popular route is Cape Town (CPT) to Doha (DOH) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was R554.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Middle East?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from South Africa to Middle East, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from South Africa to Middle East is January, when tickets cost R10 906 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is R15 324 and R14 939 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Middle East?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Middle East, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on the flight from South Africa to Middle East, you should book around 8 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Middle East?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Middle East is Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Airport (JED), with an average flight price of R6 087.


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Low seasonMay
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flightR4 944
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
Flight from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to Dubai

FAQs - booking Middle East flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from South Africa to Middle East?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from South Africa to Middle East.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from South Africa to Middle East?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from South Africa to Middle East is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from South Africa to Middle East?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from South Africa to Middle East with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from South Africa to Middle East?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from South Africa to Middle East up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Middle East?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Middle East is Wednesday when return tickets can be as cheap as R13 729. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, when return prices are R14 685 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Middle East?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Middle East is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost R760 on average. Morning departures are around 11% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Middle East is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R853.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Middle East

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Middle East? 25% of our users found return tickets to Middle East for the following prices or less: From Johannesburg OR Tambo R26 127, from Cape Town R38 029, from Durban R48 482
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Middle East flight deals.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Middle East

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from South Africa to Middle East? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3287 reviews
8,1Boarding
8,2Entertainment
8,3Crew
7,8Food
8,0Comfort
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Delayed and missed connecting flight. But Emirates took care until next day flight. Thank you

8,0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2025HYD - DXB
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Delayed and missed connecting flight. But Emirates took care until next day flight. Thank you

Wifi was not operational for the whole trip. Other than this, flight was well received .

Emirates is superb service. The A380 was very comfortable. The cabin crew is really helpful

First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

Boarding for business class passengers can be improved. Also, when debarking the aircraft, Economy passengers are let off first due the way the configuration of the cabin upstairs.

The boarding process was smooth and the stewardesses were nice. Some delays with drinks at the end of the flight, but no issues.

Comfort good. Service as usual poor. Cabin temperature as usual too cold, about 15 degrees

The plane was clean and well maintained the crew members were professionals and friendly and the food was good

Loved that I had an exit row seat, and there was no one else in the row! And again, I don' use on-line entertainment at all (I read or sleep) but I very much appreciate that I didn't hear anyone else's entertainment!

Flight was pathetic, felt like a old plane was modified and brought in service. Didnt like the aircraft at all. Crew and services were good.but aircraft totally dissappointment.

The food options were beef or veg, No alternatives for Hindus, that don't eat beef...

Flight was on time Seats ( business class) are terrible- you keep on slipping down as it doesn’t lie flat Food service is like economy class. Meals ( still wrapped in plastic) are just dropped in front of you

On time flight; otherwise not impressed by the check- in- purchased business class and the aircraft was downgraded; no refund given for the difference. Told I could access the lounge due to the above and was questioned by the lounge check- in person who was not friendly

Flight was cancelled with no notification until I reached the check-in desk at the airport. I also got downgraded and they lost my luggage.

Very bad. Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

Very bad, Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

The flight SA227 on 2nd March Sao Paulo to Cape Town was delayed by 3 hours. All other flights leaving Sao Paulo left on time. We were told that we were waiting for push back and a routing from Air traffic control. I don't believe this, what was the real reason for the flight delay?

I think more immigration officers at Or Tambo- I spent 90 mins in a queue before I can assisted and most people missed their appointments and meetings

Not sure it was a basic airline so nothing much to like but what was annoying was they delayed so much we missed our connecting flight and we had to almost fight to be out on the next flight and also even get food

Everything the crew werr nice and helpful plus the food was good

Awful plane to Tashkent. Not even possible to sleep. In business class does not even recline fully

The flight was smooth Thank God but the delays and changing gates for 3-4 times made me so tired of walking back and forth with heavy bags I thought I was going to pass out with heavy headaches but Thank God finally found the final gate and home safe. These delays happen anytime for important reasons so just be patient when you come across these situations.

Qatar Airways did a very good job. Flights were slightly delayed with boarding but pilots made up time by arrival. The food was OK, no better or worse than other airlines. Although it would be nice to have three meals during 16 hours flight instead of two.

Worst air experience in whole life . Boarding and checking was hassle as they did 3 times. Crew team was clueless about passengers need. Despite of passengers raising hand , they were resetting the program

Our male flight attendant was top notch - wish I could remember his name. Boarding is never fun when I have to ride the shuttle to the middle of the tarmac and pull my carry on bags up the stairs to my seat. My knees are banged up and my shoulders give me pain, so the flight started off poorly. The seat leg rests don’t recline completely so that makes is difficult if not dangerous to get in and out of the middle seats. The entertainment system touch screens prevented one from seeing the options. They are old and the software needs to be updated. I was on six planes in the last two weeks and able to see the flight progress without any stress. Couldn’t watch anything else. I do like Qatar Airways, just not a fan of a few things.

Seat experience average as they use old 777 for must flights despite full load. Qr fares are higher than other airlines for same routes so they should at least upgrade the planes . Food is average and same dishes for months on most routes I travelled at least - the Arabian rice dish “Maqboos” on every flight for months - I am sure there are other food Arabian dishes ?? It’s become boring ! Crew is always good which makes up for these things but hey confirm us what we need

Do not overbook flights and kick out confirmed ticketed passengers :-(

Fly Qatar Airways is always amazing. Their service and care for details is really very good.

As gold member there is no priority checkin. Meaning you either have to board with your zone or last with business class pax. As economy pax all the baggage bays are filled by the time you arrive

Staff was very friendly. There is no on board entertainment, but it’s such a short flight that it doesn’t matter. We also got a meal which was nice and unexpected due to the length of the flight.

United was best airlines I have seen since I got there choose united airlines

No Asian Vegetarian food was available on this sector but only fish and chicken and pasta were offered.

For Vegetarian Food was very poor. Though we had opted for Asian Vegetarian Food they didn’t serve but only what was available was served. We were offered Smoked Salmon!

Flight was delayed an hour. Also, I bought an extra legroom seat online; but the actually plane was a different configuration so I didn't get what I paid for . This happened on the Addis to Lusaka leg of my trip.

Needs improvement because some of the tvs and charging ports weren’t working

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

The flight delayef for over 2 hours so my route was changed leading to arriving to my destination without my luggage

The ailine departed and arrived late foe every leg of the trip, causing myself and my travel companions to miss every connecting flight. It was very unorganized given theat there was a lot of miscommunication. The flights offered are unrealistic and when you call they assure you that the plane waits for you. I missed an. entire day of my vacation and any entire day of rest back home because of the airline. I do not plan to support the airline again. Thank you

I liked nothing of Ethiopian airlines except the price of the fare.

Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

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