How long is the flight from South Africa to Abu Dhabi?

There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Abu Dhabi in 7h 55m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6294 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Abu Dhabi ranges from 10.0 - 20.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 20.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Abu Dhabi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Abu Dhabi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 35.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi?

On average you can expect to pay AED 1,959 for a flight from South Africa to Abu Dhabi. The cheapest flight overall is AED 1,234 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) is currently priced at AED 2,115.

What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Abu Dhabi?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from South Africa to Abu Dhabi on time: Gulf Air (90%), Etihad Airways (90%), Scandinavian Airlines (90%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Abu Dhabi?

Before booking your flight from South Africa to Abu Dhabi, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways or Ethiopian Air.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from South Africa?

If you book a flight to Abu Dhabi from South Africa, 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.

Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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.

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Round-trip from	AED 2,115
One-way from	AED 1,157
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Average price	AED 2,207
Good round-trip deal	AED 2,272 or less
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Fri 13/11

12:25-10:50

2 stops20h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

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AED 1,260

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Mon 9/11

13:45-03:50

1 stop12h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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00:00-22:00

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AED 1,282

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/12

13:45-10:50

1 stop19h 05m

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00:00-22:00

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AED 1,454

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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Mon 9/11

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

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AED 1,634

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Mon 9/11

13:45-12:10

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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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AED 1,744

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AED 1,854

DurbanAbu Dhabi

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Fri 13/11

07:00-19:45

1 stop10h 45m

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AED 1,935

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

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09:55-12:10

2 stops24h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,023

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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Thu 11/3

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2 stops37h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,302

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 2,078). Flying from South Africa to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,615). 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 ZA to AUH?

When flying from South Africa to Abu Dhabi, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Abu Dhabi

The most flights from ZA0 to AUH are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between South Africa and Abu Dhabi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 115 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Abu Dhabi flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Abu Dhabi flights?

Over the past year, Etihad Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Abu Dhabi?

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways,Etihad Airways, andEthiopian Air from South Africa to Abu Dhabi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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7.4

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Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Qatar Airways

7.4

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3,712 reviews

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3,712 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Etihad Airways

7.3

Good

1,555 reviews

Qatar Airways

7.4

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3,712 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

1,045 reviews

Qatar Airways

7.4

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from South Africa?
If you book a flight to Abu Dhabi from South Africa, 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.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Abu Dhabi?
There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Abu Dhabi in 7h 55m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6294 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Abu Dhabi?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from South Africa to Abu Dhabi on time: Gulf Air (90%), Etihad Airways (90%), Scandinavian Airlines (90%).
What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi?
On average you can expect to pay AED 1,959 for a flight from South Africa to Abu Dhabi. The cheapest flight overall is AED 1,234 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) is currently priced at AED 2,115.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Abu Dhabi?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 2,078). Flying from South Africa to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,615). 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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Ethiopian Air	CheapestAED 1,506	AverageAED 1,889	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestAED 1,941	AverageAED 2,589	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
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When flying from South Africa to Abu Dhabi, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Abu Dhabi

The most flights from ZA0 to AUH are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between South Africa and Abu Dhabi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 115 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Abu Dhabi flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Abu Dhabi flights?

Over the past year, Etihad Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Abu Dhabi?

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways,Etihad Airways, andEthiopian Air from South Africa to Abu Dhabi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Direct flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi
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