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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg from AED 1,506

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 17/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — JNB
19 Jul — 26 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in February or May, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 14 July 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 2,336

One-way from

AED 1,506

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 3,199
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 6/9-20/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 25m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 15m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (AED 700 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 244 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 July 2025.

Sat 6/904:25AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 20/914:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/7AED 2,336
Mon 1/902:10AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 15/909:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/7AED 2,365
Mon 1/900:15AUH - JNB
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/920:25JNB - AUH
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7AED 2,501
Wed 15/1023:45AUH - JNB
1 stop11h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 19/1017:40JNB - AUH
2 stops32h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7AED 2,920

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg 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 July 2025.
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Abu Dhabi

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Johannesburg

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Return

Price

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 6/9

04:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/9

14:30-03:10

1 stop10h 40m

AED 2,336

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 1/9

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/9

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

AED 2,365

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 1/9

00:15-19:40

2 stops21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/9

20:25-10:55

1 stop12h 30m

AED 2,501

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 15/10

23:45-09:35

1 stop11h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/10

17:40-04:25

2 stops32h 45m

AED 2,920

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 17/12

08:55-20:10

1 stop13h 15m

AED 1,506

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:40-19:40

2 stops21h 00m

AED 1,712

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 15/12

02:20-10:50

1 stop34h 30m

AED 1,892

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

02:05-08:20

Nonstop8h 15m

AED 2,200

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 16/12

23:30-14:20

2 stops40h 50m

AED 2,354

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg (average of AED 516). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 720). 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 AUH to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 July 2025.

When flying from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 14 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,604 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,604 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,604 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,222 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,604 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,902 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,604 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
790 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,604 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

    For a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg, you will be flying from Zayed Intl. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is just 28.0 km from the centre of the city. Zayed Intl is the only Abu Dhabi airport and it handles 3 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. 5 airlines have flights to Johannesburg from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air (AED 2,336), Etihad Airways (AED 2,365), and Qatar Airways (AED 2,920) offers the cheapest pricing from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg. You may be able to fly from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg one-way?

    AED 1,506 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from AED 1,892 and AED 2,200, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

    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 Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg on time: Scandinavian Airlines (100%), China Eastern (100%), Kuwait Airways (100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

    While on average a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg is generally AED 2,619, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is AED 1,751. When looking at the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay AED 2,340 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg 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 Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg (average of AED 516). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 720). 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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EgyptairCheapestAED 1,451AverageAED 2,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,627AverageAED 2,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 2,426AverageAED 3,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,474AverageAED 3,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,566AverageAED 2,913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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