Find flights
Airlines

AED 301+ Cheap flights from South Africa

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/1. 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
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from South Africa

Discover essential information about flights departing from South Africa, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the South Africa airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 7 November 2025.

Good round-trip deal

AED 309 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 122 or less
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa.
Search Deals

Find flights from South Africa

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 7 November 2025.

Mon 17/1114:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 30/1104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11AED 1,708
Mon 17/1114:30JNB - SHJ
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 23/1104:25SHJ - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11AED 1,781
Fri 28/1123:00JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 4/1217:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/11AED 1,788
Tue 20/123:00JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 26/104:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11AED 1,796
Mon 23/214:30JNB - SHJ
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 1/304:25SHJ - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/11AED 1,796
Wed 26/1108:20JNB - DXB
1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 3/1204:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/11AED 1,799
Wed 26/1108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 3/1208:55AUH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/11AED 1,799
Wed 4/214:30JNB - SHJ
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/204:25SHJ - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/11AED 1,799
Mon 24/1114:30JNB - SHJ
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 30/1104:25SHJ - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/11AED 1,821
Mon 24/1114:30JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 30/1104:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/11AED 1,825
Sat 14/314:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 28/304:25AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/11AED 1,825
Sat 24/123:00JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 14/305:40DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11AED 1,829

Find flights from South Africa within your budget

 
Find flights departing from South Africa 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 7 November 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 220,657 searches

Fly to

Dubai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

14:30-03:10

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 20/4

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

AED 1,840

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

08:20-02:55

1 stop16h 35m

Dubai Intl

Tue 25/11

04:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

AED 1,862

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

09:25-22:05

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 24/11

23:40-15:35

1 stop17h 55m

AED 1,869

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

14:30-03:10

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 27/2

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

AED 1,880

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

14:30-03:10

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 28/2

08:55-20:10

1 stop13h 15m

AED 1,880

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

14:30-03:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Sat 17/1

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

AED 1,891

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

08:20-02:55

1 stop16h 35m

Dubai Intl

Fri 13/3

17:10-03:55

1 stop12h 45m

AED 1,895

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

08:20-03:25

1 stop17h 05m

Sharjah

Sun 15/2

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

AED 1,898

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

14:30-03:10

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 27/2

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

AED 1,932

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

08:20-03:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 27/2

04:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

AED 1,932

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 6/11

Showing 1-10 of 60 results
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from South Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa (average of AED 1,124). Flying from South Africa in December will prove the most costly (average of AED 1,730). 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 South Africa?

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

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from South Africa would be wise to consider leaving during Tuesday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Sunday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from South Africa?

For flights departing from South Africa 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 2,202
South African
South African
From AED 264
FlySafair
FlySafair
From AED 220
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From AED 1,223

What is the cheapest place to fly to from South Africa?

The cheapest city to fly to from South Africa is Johannesburg OR Tambo, with prices starting at AED 122. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Johannesburg OR Tambo
Johannesburg OR Tambo
From AED 122
Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth
From AED 190
Cape Town Intl
Cape Town Intl
From AED 260

Airline reviews for flights from South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from 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 airline for your flight from South Africa. 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 South Africa 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
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
RwandAir
7.7
Good
37 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
South African
7.5
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
893 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
286 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from South Africa. 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 7 November 2025.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of South Africa?

    The cheapest routes to Dubai can be found at Johannesburg OR Tambo airport from AED 1,685. While Cape Town Intl airport is usually cheaper if your destination is Dubai with prices starting at AED 2,137. Reference our flight search to find the best deals in real time.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from South Africa is currently January; 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 South Africa?

    Check out the cheapest flights from South Africa to embark to:
    Travel from Johannesburg to Dubai from AED 1,685 round trip

  • How does Cheapflights help users find flights from South Africa?

    Cheapflights makes it easy to find flights from South Africa by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

  • Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from South Africa?

    Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights from South Africa by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and we put them in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

  • Can Cheapflights find flights from South Africa with no change fees?

    Certainly. Search results for flights from South Africa shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

  • Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from South Africa become cheaper?

    Yes! Start tracking prices for flights from South Africa today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive the alerts.

See more FAQs

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from South Africa?

Cheapflights makes it easy to find flights from South Africa by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from South Africa?

Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights from South Africa by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and we put them in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

Can Cheapflights find flights from South Africa with no change fees?

Certainly. Search results for flights from South Africa shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from South Africa become cheaper?

Yes! Start tracking prices for flights from South Africa today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive the alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.