Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi from AED 1,168
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 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AUH
31 Jan — 7 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
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 October, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday 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 1 January 2026.
Wed 31/1223:00JNB - AUH
1 stop26h 10mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 3,055
Wed 31/1223:00JNB - AUH
1 stop26h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 6/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 3,187
Wed 31/1223:00JNB - AUH
1 stop18h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 13/108:55AUH - JNB
1 stop30h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 3,198
Wed 31/1223:00JNB - AUH
1 stop18h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/108:55AUH - JNB
1 stop30h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 3,386
Wed 31/1223:00JNB - AUH
1 stop26h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/108:55AUH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 3,646
Wed 31/1223:00JNB - AUH
1 stop26h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 10/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 3,973
Wed 31/1223:00JNB - AUH
1 stop26h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 8/108:55AUH - JNB
1 stop30h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 3,977
Best flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 1 January 2026.
Sat 14/214:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/208:55AUH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12AED 2,001
Fri 6/308:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/308:55AUH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/12AED 2,038
Fri 13/209:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 19/202:05AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 30/12AED 2,339
Fri 13/208:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 20/208:55AUH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 2,225
Fri 13/212:45JNB - AUH
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/217:55AUH - JNB
3 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12AED 2,449
Tue 17/212:45JNB - AUH
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/223:40AUH - JNB
3 stops16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12AED 2,449
Wed 15/420:40JNB - AUH
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/422:45AUH - JNB
3 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12AED 2,486
Tue 10/312:45JNB - AUH
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/323:40AUH - JNB
3 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12AED 2,515
Direct flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi
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Fri 16/109:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Sat 24/102:05AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 31/12AED 2,277
Fri 13/209:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 19/202:05AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 30/12AED 2,339
Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi
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Tue 6/108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop33h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 3,055
Tue 6/108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop33h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 13/108:55AUH - JNB
1 stop30h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 3,198
Tue 6/108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop33h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/108:55AUH - JNB
1 stop30h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 3,386
Tue 6/108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop33h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/108:55AUH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 3,646
Tue 6/108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 7/108:55AUH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 3,775
Tue 6/108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop33h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 7/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop25h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12AED 3,977
Tue 6/109:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Mon 12/102:05AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 30/12AED 4,428
One-way flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi
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Tue 13/113:45JNB - AUH
1 stop19h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/12AED 1,168
Mon 12/108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/12AED 1,403
Tue 13/109:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 30/12AED 1,450
Thu 8/108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/12AED 1,469
Mon 12/109:40JNB - AUH
2 stops43h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/1AED 1,645
Mon 12/109:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 31/12AED 1,649
Thu 8/112:05JNB - AUH
2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12AED 2,952
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Return
Price
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 14/2
14:30-03:10
1 stop10h 40m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sat 21/2
08:55-20:10
1 stop13h 15m
AED 2,001
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/3
08:20-03:10
1 stop16h 50m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Tue 10/3
08:55-20:10
1 stop13h 15m
AED 2,038
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 13/2
08:20-03:10
1 stop16h 50m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 20/2
08:55-20:10
1 stop13h 15m
AED 2,225
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 13/2
09:50-19:45
Nonstop7h 55m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Thu 19/2
02:05-08:20
Nonstop8h 15m
AED 2,339
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 13/2
12:45-03:50
1 stop13h 05m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 20/2
17:55-14:25
3 stops22h 30m
AED 2,449
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 17/2
12:45-10:50
1 stop20h 05m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Tue 24/2
23:40-14:05
3 stops16h 25m
AED 2,449
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
22:45-14:35
3 stops17h 50m
AED 2,486
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 10/3
12:45-03:50
1 stop13h 05m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 25/3
23:40-15:55
3 stops18h 15m
AED 2,515
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 13/1
12:45-10:50
1 stop20h 05m
AED 1,168
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 12/1
08:20-03:10
1 stop16h 50m
AED 1,403
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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 26 December 2025.
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 1,270). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,931). 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 1 January 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?
How often are flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi delayed?
About 20% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Abu Dhabi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights?
Over the past year, Etihad Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.
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 1 January 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.
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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 4 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 2,339, Ethiopian Air can have you in Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 7h 55m. 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 TAP Portugal (100%), Etihad Airways (87%) and Scandinavian Airlines (74%).
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 2,539, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 1,491. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl), is priced around AED 1,678.
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 1,270). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,931). 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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