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Cheap flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £528

RUH — JNB
4 Oct — 11 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to OR Tambo

Wed 9/903:40 -
1 stop10h 50m
Sat 12/908:20 -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 1/9£528
Thu 10/904:05 -
1 stop28h 05m
Sun 13/920:55 -
1 stop12h 10m
Deal found 1/9£531
Thu 17/903:40 -
1 stop25h 15m
Mon 28/908:20 -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 31/8£539
Thu 10/904:05 -
1 stop28h 05m
Sat 12/909:45 -
2 stops17h 40m
Deal found 1/9£574
Wed 16/1206:25 -
1 stop17h 00m
Wed 30/1218:50 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 2/9£575
Sat 19/1216:55 -
1 stop16h 25m
Sun 3/109:50 -
1 stop28h 20m
Deal found 2/9£651

Find flight deals from Riyadh to OR Tambo

Round-trip from

£539

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£551
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/9-28/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 05m total
  • Riyadh to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£10 potential savings vs. average return price).
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RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 17/9

03:40-03:55

1 stop25h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

08:20-02:10

1 stop16h 50m

£539

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 16/12

06:25-22:25

1 stop17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/12

18:50-12:35

1 stop16h 45m

£575

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 26/9

03:40-13:30

1 stop10h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

08:10-02:10

2 stops17h 00m

£665

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 19/12

10:30-08:20

1 stop22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/1

09:50-09:00

1 stop22h 10m

£694

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 17/12

17:10-15:35

2 stops47h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/12

13:45-16:30

2 stops25h 45m

£697

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 29/10

00:55-22:25

1 stop22h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

13:30-00:55

2 stops34h 25m

£726

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 18/9

16:05-09:10

2 stops18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

20:55-03:05

2 stops53h 10m

£749

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 27/9

15:30-09:00

1 stop18h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

09:25-02:05

3 stops15h 40m

£796
Fastest return journey

RiyadhJohannesburg

RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

RUHJNB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 15/9

20:20-13:15

2 stops17h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£944

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 23 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £486). Flying from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £715). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between £437 and £641 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £539 on Ethiopian Air (17 Sept–28 Sept).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,532 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Angelie,Jul 2026

MNL - AUH

The cabin crew were kind, helpful, and polite. However, my flight from Abu Dhabi to Frankfurt was delayed, causing me to miss my connecting flight. As a result, my journey was significantly extended, leading to a much longer travel time than originally scheduled. I didnt get a compensation like food and accommodation.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,532 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,532 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Angelie,Jul 2026

MNL - AUH

The cabin crew were kind, helpful, and polite. However, my flight from Abu Dhabi to Frankfurt was delayed, causing me to miss my connecting flight. As a result, my journey was significantly extended, leading to a much longer travel time than originally scheduled. I didnt get a compensation like food and accommodation.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,039 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,532 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Angelie,Jul 2026

MNL - AUH

The cabin crew were kind, helpful, and polite. However, my flight from Abu Dhabi to Frankfurt was delayed, causing me to miss my connecting flight. As a result, my journey was significantly extended, leading to a much longer travel time than originally scheduled. I didnt get a compensation like food and accommodation.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH), located 18.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 2 airlines have flights from King Khaled Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

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

    Ethiopian Air can get you from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 25h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 3736 mi between Riyadh and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from £289. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Ethiopian Air. Etihad Airways is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Riyadh to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Riyadh to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Riyadh to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Riyadh to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Riyadh to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riyadh to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £486). Flying from Riyadh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £715). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Riyadh to OR Tambo

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£289Average£545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£415Average£436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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