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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Riyadh.R 6,529 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,529, select.

Riyadh.R 6,709 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,709, select.

Riyadh.R 6,749 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,749, select.

Riyadh.R 6,815 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,815, select.

Riyadh.R 6,959 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,959, select.

Riyadh.R 7,318 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,318, select.

Riyadh.R 7,413 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,413, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh flights are currently cheapest in January.

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Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Riyadh.

Johannesburg to Riyadh: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	R 6,529
Cheapest month to fly	January

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh?

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh is R 7,694. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 7,694.

How many flights are there a week from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh?

As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh?

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Riyadh is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Riyadh Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Riyadh Airport on Monday, 10 November 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Riyadh Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport and Riyadh Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Riyadh?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Riyadh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Riyadh?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Riyadh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Riyadh with?

Currently, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Riyadh.

Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know

Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, making Riyadh one hour ahead of Johannesburg.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your JNB to RUH flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between JNB and RUH include:
- Dubai Airport
- Cairo International Airport
- Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

Right now, R 6,529 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,694. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JNB to RUH if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from JNB to RUH.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.

Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Of all flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to O.R. Tambo International Airport from central Johannesburg, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

If you're getting in on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near RUH:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and discover more of Riyadh and beyond.
Reserving your ride from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh

King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.

When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

July is the most popular month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Riyadh in April.
Book your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you want to explore Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JNB to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

Dammam is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Al Kharj is another great place to check out during your time in Saudi Arabia. Make your way to this destination, which is about 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, to discover highlights like Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park.