Cheap flights from Ireland to South Africa from £266

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUB — JNB
13 Nov — 20 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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Cheapest flights from Ireland to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ireland to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 October 2025.

Sun 2/1119:50DUB - JNB
1 stop34h 30mEtihad Airways
Mon 17/1109:50JNB - DUB
1 stop22h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/10£490
Sun 2/1113:20DUB - JNB
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1120:35JNB - DUB
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10£507
Wed 26/1115:30DUB - JNB
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1214:30JNB - DUB
2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10£511
Tue 4/1119:50DUB - JNB
1 stop34h 30mEtihad Airways
Tue 11/1109:50JNB - DUB
1 stop22h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/10£518
Mon 3/1108:50DUB - JNB
2 stops24h 05mKenya Airways
Mon 1/1217:00JNB - DUB
2 stops31h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/10£526
Mon 10/1116:00DUB - CPT
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1100:30CPT - DUB
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10£530
Mon 17/1120:20DUB - CPT
2 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1213:50CPT - DUB
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10£533
Sun 2/1108:50DUB - JNB
2 stops37h 35mKenya Airways
Sun 16/1101:35JNB - DUB
2 stops40h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/10£536
Wed 26/1115:30DUB - JNB
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 3/1219:35JNB - DUB
1 stop16h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/10£538
Wed 10/1206:00DUB - JNB
2 stops26h 55mKenya Airways
Fri 19/1212:05JNB - DUB
2 stops36h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/10£543
Mon 24/1108:10DUB - JNB
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 10/1209:50JNB - DUB
1 stop22h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/10£545
Tue 4/1108:50DUB - CPT
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Tue 18/1107:20CPT - DUB
2 stops58h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/10£548

Cheap flight deals from Ireland to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ireland to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 14 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£490

One-way from

£266

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£633
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 2/11-17/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 05m total
  • Ireland to South Africa
11/11
  • 11/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 55m total
  • Ireland to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (£12 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Ireland to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 14 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ireland to South Africa that are best for you.

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DublinJohannesburg

DUB - JNB

DUBJNB

Dublin

Wed 19/11

08:10-08:20

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/12

09:50-06:25

1 stop22h 35m

£518

DublinJohannesburg

DUB - JNB

DUBJNB

Dublin

Mon 24/11

08:10-08:20

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/12

09:50-06:25

1 stop22h 35m

£545

DublinJohannesburg

DUB - JNB

DUBJNB

Dublin

Tue 25/11

08:10-08:20

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/12

09:50-06:25

1 stop22h 35m

£552

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Mon 17/11

16:30-11:50

1 stop17h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/12

17:15-15:30

1 stop24h 15m

£561

DublinJohannesburg

DUB - JNB

DUBJNB

Dublin

Tue 25/11

14:15-07:35

1 stop15h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/12

19:35-10:00

1 stop16h 25m

£570

DublinJohannesburg

DUB - JNB

DUBJNB

Dublin

Thu 27/11

16:30-10:25

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

19:35-15:25

1 stop21h 50m

£570

DublinJohannesburg

DUB - JNB

DUBJNB

Dublin

Wed 26/11

07:35-07:35

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

22:00-12:35

1 stop16h 35m

£570

DublinJohannesburg

DUB - JNB

DUBJNB

Dublin

Wed 26/11

14:15-07:35

1 stop15h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

19:35-07:55

1 stop14h 20m

£570

DublinJohannesburg

DUB - JNB

DUBJNB

Dublin

Mon 3/11

19:45-07:35

1 stop33h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

19:35-09:50

1 stop16h 15m

£570

DublinJohannesburg

DUB - JNB

DUBJNB

Dublin

Sat 22/11

14:15-07:35

1 stop15h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

22:00-12:35

1 stop16h 35m

£570

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Best time to book a flight from Ireland to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ireland to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ireland to South Africa?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ireland to South Africa (average of £419). Flying from Ireland to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £543). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IE to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Ireland to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 October 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Ireland to South Africa at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Ireland to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Ireland to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Ireland to South Africa flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated 14 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, andQatar Airways from Ireland to South Africa 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.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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  • How long is the flight from Ireland to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Ireland to South Africa in 15h 20m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, or British Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Ireland and South Africa is about 5869 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ireland to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ireland to South Africa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ireland to South Africa (average of £419). Flying from Ireland to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £543). 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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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£356Average£661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapest£407Average£645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EgyptairCheapest£433Average£492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£448Average£655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£469Average£621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£473Average£560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£482Average£555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£483Average£644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£486Average£702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£531Average£739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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