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
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 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

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 1 January 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,001

One-way from

AED 1,168

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 2,420

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,057 or less
14/2-21/2
  • 14/2-21/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (AED 740 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 138 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

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OR Tambo

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Abu Dhabi

Route

Departure

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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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 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.

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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.

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

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

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

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

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

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

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 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 1,270). 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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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 1 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,414AverageAED 2,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,565AverageAED 2,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,014AverageAED 2,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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