Cheap flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi from AED 1,021

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AUH
6 Sep — 13 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Abu Dhabi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Abu Dhabi flight deals. Data was last updated 1 September 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,612

One-way from

AED 1,021

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 2,141

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,995 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,437 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 26/9-2/10
  • Nonstop
  • 16h 05m total
  • South Africa to Abu Dhabi
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 30m total
  • South Africa to Abu Dhabi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (AED 655 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 167 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 September 2025.

Fri 26/909:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 2/1002:10AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 30/8AED 1,612
Fri 5/909:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Fri 12/902:10AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 31/8AED 1,619
Tue 25/1108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/1204:25AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/8AED 1,788
Tue 25/1109:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Mon 1/1202:05AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 31/8AED 1,796
Wed 15/1013:55JNB - AUH
1 stop30h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 22/1012:25AUH - JNB
1 stop29h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/8AED 1,876
Tue 23/909:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 30/902:10AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 30/8AED 1,891
Tue 7/1009:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Wed 8/1002:10AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 31/8AED 1,899
Thu 16/1013:55JNB - AUH
1 stop12h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 23/1023:45AUH - JNB
1 stop18h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/9AED 1,913
Thu 2/1008:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/1004:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/8AED 1,950
Mon 6/1014:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 13/1004:25AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/8AED 1,961
Fri 26/909:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 7/1002:10AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 30/8AED 1,965
Wed 24/914:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/904:25AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/8AED 1,976

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Abu Dhabi

Route

Departure

Return

Price

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/9

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 2/10

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 1,612

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

08:20-03:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 1/12

04:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

AED 1,788

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 1/12

02:05-08:20

Nonstop8h 15m

AED 1,796

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/10

13:55-22:15

1 stop30h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 22/10

12:25-16:10

1 stop29h 45m

AED 1,876

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/9

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 30/9

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 1,891

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/9

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 30/9

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 1,891

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 6/10

02:20-08:30

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 1,891

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/10

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 8/10

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 1,899

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

08:20-03:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 7/10

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

AED 1,950

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/10

14:30-03:10

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 13/10

04:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

AED 1,961

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

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 September 2025.

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.

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 September 2025.
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.

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 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 Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, or Qatar Airways 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: Etihad Airways (58%), Scandinavian Airlines (58%), China Eastern (58%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay AED 1,934 for a flight from South Africa to Abu Dhabi. The cheapest flight overall is AED 1,324 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) is currently priced at AED 1,876.

  • 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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Top 3 airlines flying from South Africa to Abu Dhabi

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,187AverageAED 1,778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,027AverageAED 2,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 2,164AverageAED 2,778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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