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

A quick flight from Northern Ireland to South Africa can take about 18h 15m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £620. The distance between Northern Ireland and South Africa is about 5932 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Northern Ireland to South Africa as you normally would.

How can I find direct flights from Northern 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 Northern Ireland to South Africa.

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

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Round-trip from	£587
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Average price	£745

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23:59-09:10

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Northern Ireland to South Africa (average of £723). Flying from Northern Ireland to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,303). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from Northern Ireland to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from Northern Ireland to South Africa is 29 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.

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How long is the flight from Northern Ireland to South Africa?
A quick flight from Northern Ireland to South Africa can take about 18h 15m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £620. The distance between Northern Ireland and South Africa is about 5932 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
Can I find deals for flights from Northern Ireland to South Africa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Northern Ireland to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Northern 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 Northern Ireland to South Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Northern Ireland to South Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Northern 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 Northern Ireland to South Africa?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Northern Ireland to South Africa (average of £723). Flying from Northern Ireland to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,303). 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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KLM	Cheapest£531	Average£1,000	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
British Airways	Cheapest£575	Average£875	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest£692	Average£1,165	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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