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Cheap flights from South Africa to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 1,054

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 19/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
14 May — 21 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 April 2026.

Mon 25/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Sun 31/501:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 10/4AED 1,972
Sun 7/603:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Sun 14/601:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 12/4AED 1,979
Wed 13/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Tue 19/501:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 12/4AED 1,983
Tue 12/501:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop20h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 18/506:45
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/4AED 2,001
Thu 19/1114:15
JNB
-
DXB
2 stops34h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sun 22/1104:00
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 9/4AED 2,016
Tue 9/614:15
JNB
-
DXB
2 stops34h 15m
Air Tanzania
Tue 16/604:00
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4AED 2,020
Thu 25/603:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Sun 28/601:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 11/4AED 2,024
Mon 26/1014:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 15m
Air Tanzania
Mon 23/1104:00
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4AED 2,027
Sun 25/1014:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sat 31/1004:00
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 12/4AED 2,035
Sat 6/614:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sat 13/604:00
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 10/4AED 2,038
Thu 25/617:30
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop31h 00m
Air Tanzania
Thu 2/704:00
DXB
-
CPT
2 stops14h 20m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4AED 2,328
Mon 10/812:05
DUR
-
DXB
2 stops21h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 24/823:00
DXB
-
DUR
2 stops13h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4AED 2,354

Find flight deals from South Africa to Dubai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Dubai flight deals. Data was last updated 14 April 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,972

One-way from

AED 1,054

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 2,299

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,316 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,557 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 25/5-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 10m total
  • South Africa to Dubai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 30m total
  • South Africa to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (AED 388 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 145 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Dubai Intl.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Dubai 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 220,657 searches. Data last updated 14 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Dubai that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

16:50-08:30

1 stop13h 40m

Dubai Intl

Tue 5/5

01:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

AED 2,115

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

16:50-08:30

1 stop13h 40m

Dubai Intl

Thu 16/7

01:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

AED 2,229

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/6

17:30-02:30

1 stop31h 00m

Dubai Intl

Thu 2/7

04:00-16:20

2 stops14h 20m

AED 2,328

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 3/7

18:40-05:00

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Mon 6/7

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 2,574

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 3/7

12:05-03:25

2 stops13h 20m

Dubai Intl

Mon 6/7

13:15-10:35

2 stops23h 20m

AED 2,640

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

10:05-20:15

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Wed 3/6

09:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 2,703
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

19:10-05:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 10/6

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 2,703

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

13:10-04:25

1 stop13h 15m

Dubai Intl

Thu 4/6

10:35-11:25

1 stop26h 50m

AED 2,758

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

14:25-23:30

2 stops31h 05m

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/6

06:45-13:00

1 stop32h 15m

AED 2,762

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

19:10-05:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Tue 21/7

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 2,762

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Dubai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dubai from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Dubai

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Dubai (average of AED 1,124). Flying from South Africa to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,946). 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 DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 April 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Dubai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Dubai flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Dubai

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to Dubai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 14 April 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Dubai delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between South Africa and Dubai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 116 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday 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 Dubai flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated 14 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andEtihad Airways from South Africa to Dubai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,430 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,001 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
302 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Dubai. 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 Dubai from South Africa?

    Dubai Intl (DXB) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Dubai. It is only a 10.9 km journey from Dubai Intl (DXB) to Dubai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Dubai?

    For as low as AED 2,574, RwandAir can have you in Dubai from South Africa in 8h 20m. The distance between South Africa and Dubai is about 6621 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Dubai one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Dubai are Qatar Airways (AED 1,075), Air Tanzania (AED 1,078), and Etihad Airways (AED 1,243).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Dubai?

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Dubai Intl or Durban King Shaka Intl - Dubai Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl is the most popular route from South Africa to Dubai.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Dubai?

    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 Dubai on time: Emirates (64%), South African (64%), Condor (59%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Dubai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 1,399. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl) can be booked for AED 1,792 on average, our data indicates AED 2,175 when flying from South Africa to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Dubai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Dubai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Dubai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Dubai 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 Dubai?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Dubai (average of AED 1,124). Flying from South Africa to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,946). 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 8 airlines flying from South Africa to Dubai

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Dubai. 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 14 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,402AverageAED 2,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,476AverageAED 2,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,546AverageAED 2,694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,755AverageAED 2,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestAED 1,867AverageAED 2,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,895AverageAED 2,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,052AverageAED 3,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,257AverageAED 2,521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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