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Cheap flights from Ireland to South Africa from £310

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUB — JNB
31 May — 7 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Ireland to South Africa

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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 1 May 2026.

Wed 4/1114:00
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 16/1109:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/4£471
Wed 4/1114:00
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 13/1109:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/4£484
Thu 11/605:55
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 25m
KLM
Sun 21/623:15
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop34h 05m
KLM
Deal found 1/5£493
Mon 1/617:20
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop27h 00m
KLM
Tue 23/623:15
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop34h 05m
KLM
Deal found 1/5£497
Tue 9/605:55
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/618:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5£498
Wed 12/809:00
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 26/809:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop34h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/4£504
Thu 19/1119:50
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 23/1109:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/4£510
Thu 11/606:25
DUB
-
JNB
2 stops25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/618:35
JNB
-
DUB
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5£514
Fri 14/809:00
DUB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 26/809:50
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop34h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/4£517
Tue 9/613:25
DUB
-
JNB
2 stops19h 55m
KLM
Tue 7/723:15
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop34h 05m
KLM
Deal found 1/5£521
Thu 28/513:25
DUB
-
JNB
2 stops19h 55m
KLM
Wed 10/623:15
JNB
-
DUB
1 stop34h 05m
KLM
Deal found 1/5£522
Thu 4/608:15
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop27h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sat 13/619:30
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop20h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4£570

Find 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 1 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£497

One-way from

£310

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£548
KLM
  • KLM
  • 1/6-23/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 05m total
  • Ireland to South Africa
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 55m total
  • Ireland to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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DublinJohannesburg

DUB - JNB

DUBJNB

Dublin

Thu 11/6

13:25-10:20

2 stops19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

23:15-08:20

1 stop34h 05m

£523

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Sun 7/6

08:55-21:25

1 stop35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/6

23:15-12:40

1 stop14h 25m

£655

DublinJohannesburg

DUB - JNB

DUBJNB

Dublin

Tue 2/6

13:25-10:20

2 stops19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

23:15-12:40

1 stop14h 25m

£716

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Wed 21/10

13:30-17:30

2 stops27h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/11

12:35-12:35

1 stop26h 00m

£729

DublinJohannesburg

DUB - JNB

DUBJNB

Dublin

Wed 1/7

08:15-11:00

2 stops25h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

12:40-06:45

1 stop19h 05m

£748

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Sun 25/10

10:00-10:30

2 stops22h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/11

12:35-06:00

1 stop19h 25m

£751

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Fri 29/5

22:00-11:30

1 stop36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

13:15-12:20

1 stop24h 05m

£770

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Sat 17/10

14:30-17:30

2 stops26h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/11

12:35-12:35

1 stop26h 00m

£774

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Tue 19/5

08:15-13:10

1 stop27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

19:30-20:55

2 stops26h 25m

£786

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Mon 19/10

22:00-18:05

1 stop19h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

13:40-06:25

1 stop18h 45m

£794

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Ireland to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from Ireland to South Africa is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ireland to South Africa (average of £262). Flying from Ireland to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of £1,053). 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 often are flights from Ireland to South Africa delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between Ireland and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 357 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Ireland to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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 1 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines 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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,511 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7.8
Good
1,511 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,511 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,724 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,511 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,345 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,511 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,936 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,511 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
426 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,511 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ireland to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Ireland to South Africa in 22h 20m. Fly via KLM, Etihad Airways, or Qatar 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Ireland to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Ireland to South Africa are SWISS (£240), Egyptair (£267), and Lufthansa (£268).

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ireland to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ireland to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ireland to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ireland to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ireland to South Africa 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 Ireland to South Africa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ireland to South Africa (average of £262). Flying from Ireland to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of £1,053). 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 10 airlines flying from Ireland to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Ireland to South Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest£364Average£809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£422Average£513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest£429Average£562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EgyptairCheapest£439Average£500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£457Average£732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£462Average£719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£475Average£565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£483Average£656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£486Average£641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£489Average£854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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