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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg from AED 1,142

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 30/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
24 Jul — 31 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in February or September, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 June 2026.

Wed 29/702:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 16/808:20
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/6AED 2,166
Wed 8/705:40
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/708:20
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/6AED 2,177
Mon 6/705:40
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 13/714:30
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/6AED 2,181
Wed 1/702:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 8/708:20
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/6AED 2,185
Fri 26/606:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 00m
Kenya Airways
Mon 27/701:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop20h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/6AED 2,192
Sun 28/600:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 00m
Kenya Airways
Mon 6/701:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop20h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/6AED 2,199
Tue 7/700:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 00m
Kenya Airways
Fri 10/701:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop20h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/6AED 2,207
Thu 16/706:45
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Kenya Airways
Sun 23/812:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop15h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/6AED 2,210
Wed 1/705:40
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 24/722:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/6AED 2,214
Fri 3/717:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 7/708:20
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/6AED 2,222
Thu 2/705:40
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 25/708:20
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/6AED 2,236
Tue 23/606:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop30h 05m
Kenya Airways
Wed 8/717:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/6AED 2,251

Find flight deals from Dubai to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) 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 24 June 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,166

One-way from

AED 1,142

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 2,853
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 29/7-16/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 20m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 30/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 05m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (AED 836 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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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai 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 24 June 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 21/8

06:45-10:55

1 stop30h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

22:20-08:20

Nonstop8h 00m

AED 2,633

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 13/10

23:25-11:00

2 stops13h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

14:05-11:40

1 stop19h 35m

AED 2,805

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 14/10

13:15-04:00

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

15:05-10:15

2 stops17h 10m

AED 2,926

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/8

07:30-09:40

2 stops28h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

17:55-02:30

1 stop30h 35m

AED 3,037

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 8/11

09:25-09:40

2 stops26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

18:50-13:25

1 stop16h 35m

AED 3,070

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 22/7

08:30-09:40

2 stops27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

18:00-00:20

1 stop28h 20m

AED 3,099

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 23/10

11:45-04:00

1 stop18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/10

13:30-10:25

2 stops18h 55m

AED 3,301
Fastest return journey

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 22/7

23:25-09:10

1 stop11h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

09:25-03:25

3 stops16h 00m

AED 3,389

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/8

11:00-09:00

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

20:55-21:25

2 stops22h 30m

AED 3,419

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - HLA

DXBHLA

Dubai Intl

Sun 16/8

05:50-22:05

2 stops18h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Tue 1/9

05:55-11:40

2 stops27h 45m

AED 4,289

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Johannesburg

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg (average of AED 551). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg in March is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,848). 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 DXB to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai 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 24 June 2026.

When flying from Dubai to Johannesburg, 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 Dubai to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to Johannesburg. 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 24 June 2026.

The most flights from DXB to ZA1 are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Dubai to Johannesburg?

How often are flights from Dubai to Johannesburg delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Dubai and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 113 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to Johannesburg flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 67 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 24 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,RwandAir, andSouth African from Dubai 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,596 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,596 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,596 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,596 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
South African
7.6
Good
62 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,596 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,007 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,596 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
306 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,596 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to Johannesburg. 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 from for flights from Dubai to Johannesburg?

    For a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg, you will be flying from Dubai Intl. Dubai Intl (DXB) is just 10.9 km from the centre of the city. Dubai Intl is the only Dubai airport and it handles 7 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. 8 airlines have flights to Johannesburg from Dubai Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Johannesburg?

    A quick flight from Dubai to Johannesburg can take about 13h 35m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 2,805. The distance between Dubai and Johannesburg is about 6408 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dubai to Johannesburg return from AED 1,292. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from AED 1,564, and RwandAir, from AED 1,648. Air Tanzania is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Tanzania, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as AED 930. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Dubai to Johannesburg for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai 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 Dubai to Johannesburg on time: Condor (92%), Emirates (87%), South African (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Johannesburg?

    The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Johannesburg is AED 1,342. On average you can expect to pay AED 2,912. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for AED 2,155.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Dubai to Johannesburg?

    Flights departing from Dubai and landing in Johannesburg stopover in Nairobi most frequently.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Dubai to Johannesburg flights?

    Dubai to Johannesburg flights have a stopover in Addis Ababa the least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai 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 Dubai to Johannesburg?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg (average of AED 551). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg in March is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,848). 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 Dubai to Johannesburg

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Dubai to Johannesburg. 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 24 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,292AverageAED 1,982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,564AverageAED 2,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestAED 1,648AverageAED 1,912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,717AverageAED 1,947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,841AverageAED 2,181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 2,032AverageAED 2,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,631AverageAED 3,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,810AverageAED 3,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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