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Cheap flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi from AED 2,090

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 22/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AUH
27 Oct — 3 Nov1
1 adult

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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 22 October 2024.

Sun 17/1121:45JNB - AUH
1 stop14h 25mEgyptair
Sun 24/1115:10AUH - JNB
1 stop18h 00mEgyptair
Deal found 21/10AED 2,119
Mon 2/1212:45JNB - AUH
1 stop13h 10mQatar Airways
Fri 6/1205:25AUH - JNB
1 stop11h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10AED 2,218
Tue 19/1119:10JNB - AUH
1 stop28h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sun 24/1102:15AUH - JNB
1 stop34h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/10AED 2,281
Mon 18/1106:50CPT - AUH
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/1122:30AUH - CPT
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10AED 2,358
Wed 27/1112:35CPT - AUH
1 stop13h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 4/1205:25AUH - CPT
1 stop14h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10AED 2,372
Mon 18/1109:55JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 50mEtihad Airways
Thu 21/1102:20AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/10AED 2,490
Wed 4/1221:45JNB - AUH
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/1216:20AUH - JNB
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10AED 2,762
Tue 19/1119:35JNB - AUH
2 stops21h 40mLufthansa
Tue 26/1114:30AUH - JNB
1 stop21h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 21/10AED 3,768
Sat 16/1119:40JNB - AUH
1 stop21h 45mAir France
Sun 24/1102:40AUH - JNB
2 stops45h 20mAir France
Deal found 21/10AED 3,845
Wed 4/1219:35JNB - AUH
2 stops21h 50mBrussels Airlines
Tue 10/1202:25AUH - JNB
2 stops33h 05mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 21/10AED 4,793
Fri 1/1118:30CPT - AUH
1 stop22h 45mLufthansa
Sat 9/1102:35AUH - CPT
1 stop31h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 21/10AED 4,851
Thu 5/1219:45JNB - AUH
2 stops32h 30mKLM
Thu 12/1214:25AUH - JNB
1 stop33h 35mKLM
Deal found 21/10AED 7,389

Find flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 165,783 searches. Data last updated 22 October 2024.

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AED 2,119 - AED 7,389

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Johannesburg OR TamboAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/11

1 stop14h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 24/11

1 stop18h 00m

AED 2,119

Johannesburg OR TamboAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/12

1 stop13h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 6/12

1 stop11h 20m

AED 2,218

Johannesburg OR TamboAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/11

1 stop28h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 25/11

1 stop34h 30m

AED 2,281

Cape Town IntlAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/11

2 stops19h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 25/11

1 stop14h 05m

AED 2,358

Cape Town IntlAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/11

1 stop13h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 4/12

1 stop14h 00m

AED 2,372

Johannesburg OR TamboAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/11

Nonstop7h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 24/11

Nonstop8h 15m

AED 2,490

Johannesburg OR TamboAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/12

1 stop14h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 9/12

2 stops22h 50m

AED 2,762

Johannesburg OR TamboAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/11

2 stops21h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 26/11

1 stop21h 00m

AED 3,768

Johannesburg OR TamboAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/11

1 stop21h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 24/11

2 stops45h 20m

AED 3,845

Cape Town IntlAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/2

2 stops31h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 12/2

2 stops40h 05m

AED 4,190

Johannesburg OR TamboAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/12

2 stops21h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 10/12

2 stops33h 05m

AED 4,793

Johannesburg OR TamboAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/12

2 stops32h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 12/12

1 stop33h 35m

AED 7,389

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi

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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 22 October 2024.

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.

Rainfall in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 22 October 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Lufthansa and Air France from South Africa to Abu Dhabi to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,360 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Liked the service, seating was ok but the seat supports where in a way that one couldn’t stretch your legs

KLM
7.8
Good
1,360 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,360 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Liked the service, seating was ok but the seat supports where in a way that one couldn’t stretch your legs

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,646 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,360 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Liked the service, seating was ok but the seat supports where in a way that one couldn’t stretch your legs

Qatar Airways
7.6
Good
3,921 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,360 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Liked the service, seating was ok but the seat supports where in a way that one couldn’t stretch your legs

Air France
7.4
Good
1,548 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,360 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Liked the service, seating was ok but the seat supports where in a way that one couldn’t stretch your legs

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,866 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,360 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Liked the service, seating was ok but the seat supports where in a way that one couldn’t stretch your legs

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.

  • 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 (71%), SriLankan Airlines (65%), Scandinavian Airlines (65%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay AED 2,450 for a flight from South Africa to Abu Dhabi. The cheapest flight overall is AED 2,433 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) is currently priced at AED 1,921.

  • 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 2 airlines flying from South Africa to Abu Dhabi

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,889AverageAED 2,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,994AverageAED 2,823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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