Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi from AED 1,124

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 30/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AUH
16 Dec — 23 Dec1
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 Sunday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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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 16 November 2025.

Mon 24/1108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/1208:55AUH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11AED 1,697
Wed 26/1108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 2/1204:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11AED 1,701
Fri 28/1121:45JNB - AUH
1 stop15h 25mEgyptair
Tue 2/1216:10AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 00mEgyptair
Deal found 15/11AED 1,858
Fri 21/1114:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 26/1104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11AED 1,877
Mon 24/1108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1208:55AUH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11AED 1,987
Wed 3/1213:45JNB - AUH
1 stop19h 05mQatar Airways
Wed 10/1217:55AUH - JNB
1 stop16h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/11AED 1,994
Mon 24/1108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 26/1204:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11AED 2,035
Sun 23/1108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1208:55AUH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11AED 2,038
Fri 28/1108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/1204:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11AED 2,149
Fri 28/1108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/1208:55AUH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/11AED 2,200

Cheap 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 16 November 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,701

One-way from

AED 1,124

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 2,035

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,496 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,244 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/11-2/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 30/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (AED 690 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 162 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way 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

Tue 10/3

14:30-03:10

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 25/3

08:55-20:10

1 stop13h 15m

AED 1,836

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

08:20-03:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 1/12

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

AED 2,152

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 1/12

02:05-08:20

Nonstop8h 15m

AED 2,285

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

19:10-07:00

1 stop33h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 24/3

02:20-10:50

1 stop34h 30m

AED 2,296

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 12/2

02:05-08:20

Nonstop8h 15m

AED 2,413

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

13:45-03:50

1 stop12h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 23/1

17:40-08:40

1 stop17h 00m

AED 2,439

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/1

08:20-03:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 10/2

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

AED 2,527

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/1

08:20-03:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 12/2

08:55-20:10

1 stop13h 15m

AED 2,527

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/1

23:00-19:25

1 stop18h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 10/2

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

AED 2,674

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

21:45-15:10

1 stop15h 25m

AED 1,124

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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 14 November 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 1,256). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,781). 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 16 November 2025.

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 16 November 2025.
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

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

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

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

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

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

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

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

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 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 2,285, 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 1,224, 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 42% 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 (70%) and Scandinavian Airlines (70%).

  • 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 2,162, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 1,212. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl), is priced around AED 1,701.

  • 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 1,256). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,781). 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 16 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,224AverageAED 1,917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,565AverageAED 2,696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,015AverageAED 2,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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