Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi from AED 1,183

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AUH
28 Apr — 5 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in February or September, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 March 2026.

Fri 1/509:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/502:40
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3AED 1,917
Tue 12/514:45
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/513:50
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3AED 1,961
Fri 1/520:40
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop13h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 1/618:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/3AED 2,002
Thu 23/420:40
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/423:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/3AED 2,009
Fri 1/520:40
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop13h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 17/1023:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop17h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/3AED 2,027
Sat 25/420:40
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop13h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/523:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/3AED 2,038
Wed 15/409:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 30/410:25
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop22h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/3AED 2,083
Fri 17/420:40
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 19/423:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3AED 2,134
Fri 1/520:40
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/523:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/3AED 2,138

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 March 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,917

One-way from

AED 1,183

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 2,086

Good one-way deal

AED 1,505 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/5-4/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (AED 713 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 121 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

20:40-16:20

1 stop17h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 5/5

23:45-16:10

1 stop18h 25m

AED 2,138

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

13:30-00:25

2 stops32h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 18/5

01:30-10:30

1 stop35h 00m

AED 2,520
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

14:45-03:40

1 stop10h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 17/10

22:45-17:15

3 stops20h 30m

AED 2,586

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

09:25-03:40

3 stops16h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 30/4

23:45-16:10

1 stop18h 25m

AED 2,751
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

14:45-03:40

1 stop10h 55m

AED 1,238

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

13:30-00:25

2 stops32h 55m

AED 1,708

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

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

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi is 58 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 1,271). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,947). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. 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 Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 29 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi, such as Qatar Airways,Etihad Airways, andEthiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying to Zayed Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is located 28.0 km from the centre of Abu Dhabi. There are 0 flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zayed Intl per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    For as low as AED 2,138, Qatar Airways can have you in Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 17h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6294 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi round-trip?

    Ethiopian Air, at AED 1,414, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi are Etihad Airways (79%), Scandinavian Airlines (79%) and China Eastern (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi? While on average our users pay AED 1,590, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 1,502. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl), is priced around AED 2,002.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 1,271). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,947). 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 3 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi. 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 220,657 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,414AverageAED 2,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,565AverageAED 2,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,014AverageAED 2,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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