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AED 404+ Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
JNB — DXB
21 Apr — 28 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Find flights departing from OR Tambo that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 22 March 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 220,657 searches

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

20:40-12:20

1 stop13h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 30/4

22:45-16:10

1 stop19h 25m

AED 1,906

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

14:15-02:30

1 stop10h 15m

Dubai Intl

Tue 26/5

04:00-13:15

1 stop11h 15m

AED 1,947

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

12:40-04:25

1 stop13h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 10/4

23:45-15:50

1 stop18h 05m

AED 1,991

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

12:40-10:55

1 stop20h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 30/4

23:45-16:10

1 stop18h 25m

AED 2,005
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

09:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 9/4

02:00-08:10

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 2,354

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

14:55-04:25

1 stop11h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 10/4

05:45-15:50

1 stop12h 05m

AED 2,362

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

20:55-10:55

1 stop12h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 30/4

22:45-14:25

3 stops17h 40m

AED 2,395

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

12:20-16:20

2 stops26h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 30/4

23:45-16:10

1 stop18h 25m

AED 2,545

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/8

14:45-13:05

1 stop20h 20m

Sharjah

Sat 8/8

00:30-09:00

1 stop10h 30m

AED 2,556

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

14:45-11:20

1 stop18h 35m

Sharjah

Tue 5/5

23:25-16:10

1 stop18h 45m

AED 2,685

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo

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When is the best time to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 86 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of AED 1,271). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December will prove the most costly (average of AED 1,947). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport would be wise to consider leaving during Tuesday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Tuesday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

For flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport check dates and pricing for the following: Emirates, South African, Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways, RwandAir. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: Dubai.

Emirates
Emirates
From AED 1,546
FlySafair
FlySafair
From AED 236
South African
South African
From AED 265
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From AED 1,399

What are popular destinations to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport everyday are: Cape Town (629 flights per day), Durban (336 flights per day), and Port Elizabeth (246 flights per day).

Dubai Intl
Dubai Intl
From AED 979
Addis Ababa Bole
Addis Ababa Bole
From AED 1,176
Harare
Harare
From AED 277
Doha Hamad Intl
Doha Hamad Intl
From AED 1,104

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest city to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Port Elizabeth, with prices starting at AED 221. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth
From AED 221
Cape Town Intl
Cape Town Intl
From AED 242
Harare
Harare
From AED 277

Airline reviews for flights from OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from OR Tambo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from OR Tambo. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 220,657 searches.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,RwandAir, andSouth African from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
RwandAir
7.7
Good
40 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
South African
7.5
Good
58 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
971 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
300 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

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Alternate flight departure points to OR Tambo

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from OR Tambo. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 22 March 2026.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The most selected flight destinations from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for the current month are Guangzhou, Mumbai, Auckland. While Mumbai, Guangzhou, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as AED 107 to Durban (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for AED 1,975 to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to anywhere?

    Looking at our data, FlySafair, South African, and Airlink have been found to have the cheapest prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Here are some options available: FlySafair flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town Intl (AED 236). South African flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town Intl (AED 265). Airlink flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo (AED 280).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are below:
    Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport starting at AED 4,921
    Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai starting at AED 8,892
    Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Doha starting at AED 9,441

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    If you’re looking for a cheap first-class flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, consider Dubai. Prices start at AED 8,175 so you can fly first-class even on a budget.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is currently November; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to embark to:
    Travel from Johannesburg to Dubai from AED 1,278 round trip

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