Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from AED 1,043

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or September, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Dubai to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,877

One-way from

AED 1,043

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

AED 2,872

Good round-trip deal

AED 3,190 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 2,634 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 20/1-22/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 50m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 00m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (AED 1,424 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 203 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 January 2026.

Sat 12/901:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Sun 4/1016:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 7/1AED 1,840
Tue 20/106:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Thu 22/101:35JNB - DXB
1 stop20h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/1AED 1,877
Sun 13/906:55DXB - JNB
1 stop19h 20mKenya Airways
Sun 4/1012:10JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/1AED 1,884
Tue 31/306:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Sat 4/412:10JNB - DXB
1 stop33h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/1AED 1,913
Thu 5/306:55DXB - JNB
1 stop30h 00mKenya Airways
Mon 9/312:05JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/1AED 1,917
Sun 23/817:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 1/914:30JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/1AED 2,001
Sat 28/206:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Sat 7/317:00JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/1AED 2,005
Fri 11/1201:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Wed 30/1203:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 7/1AED 2,134
Mon 2/204:25DXB - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/214:30JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1AED 2,137
Mon 26/122:50DXB - JNB
1 stop11h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 28/109:40JNB - DXB
2 stops24h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/1AED 2,464
Sat 7/206:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/222:20JNB - DXB
Nonstop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1AED 2,497

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Fly from

Dubai

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Departure

Return

Price

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 17/3

06:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

12:05-00:30

1 stop10h 25m

AED 2,108

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/2

04:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

14:30-04:10

1 stop11h 40m

AED 2,137

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 22/2

06:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

10:25-20:25

Nonstop8h 00m

AED 2,494

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 26/1

06:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

22:20-08:15

Nonstop7h 55m

AED 2,501

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 22/2

13:10-18:40

2 stops31h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

12:45-03:50

1 stop13h 05m

AED 2,516

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 6/2

06:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

13:25-23:40

Nonstop8h 15m

AED 2,519

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 20/2

06:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

10:25-20:25

Nonstop8h 00m

AED 2,523

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 15/2

06:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

10:25-20:25

Nonstop8h 00m

AED 2,549

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 5/3

13:10-03:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

09:25-03:50

3 stops16h 25m

AED 2,556

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 14/2

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

18:50-05:05

Nonstop8h 15m

AED 2,556

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 53 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of AED 1,432). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,814). 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 OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 January 2026.

When flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 8 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andSouth African. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo?

    Dubai Intl (DXB) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Dubai Intl; the airport handles an average of 9 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights from the Dubai airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 10.9 km journey to Dubai Intl (DXB) from Dubai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Airlines like Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways fly from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 10h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20h 35m. There are 6408 km between Dubai and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Air Tanzania. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as AED 1,470 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and RwandAir, starting at AED 1,485 and AED 1,608 round-trip. Air Tanzania is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Tanzania. According to our data, you can fly for as low as AED 930. Users have also found prices from AED 970 and AED 1,028 on Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Consider Condor (85%), Emirates (70%) or South African (70%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is AED 2,097. On average you can expect to pay AED 5,705. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for AED 1,792.

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

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to OR Tambo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of AED 1,432). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,814). 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 OR Tambo

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Dubai to OR Tambo. 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 8 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,470AverageAED 2,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestAED 1,623AverageAED 1,907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,642AverageAED 1,931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,719AverageAED 1,862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,908AverageAED 2,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 2,043AverageAED 2,863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,630AverageAED 2,889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,844AverageAED 3,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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