Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from AED 1,091

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 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or September, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 1 April 2026.

Tue 13/1000:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Kenya Airways
Wed 21/1012:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop33h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 27/3AED 1,844
Fri 22/501:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Sat 30/503:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 30/3AED 1,866
Mon 20/401:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Mon 4/503:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 31/3AED 1,880
Wed 13/505:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/514:45
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3AED 1,888
Tue 21/419:00
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 10m
Egyptair
Wed 6/521:45
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop18h 15m
Egyptair
Deal found 27/3AED 1,902
Mon 27/401:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Mon 4/503:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 31/3AED 1,917
Mon 20/401:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Mon 11/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 31/3AED 1,921
Tue 12/505:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/514:45
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3AED 1,939
Thu 14/505:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/514:45
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3AED 1,946

Find 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 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,866

One-way from

AED 1,091

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 2,038

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,976 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 2,330 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 22/5-30/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 50m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 50m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (AED 1,556 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 211 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 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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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 24/4

01:50-02:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

03:10-08:30

1 stop27h 20m

AED 2,082

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 17/4

23:25-15:50

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

14:45-11:40

1 stop18h 55m

AED 2,097

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 28/4

01:50-02:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

16:50-08:30

1 stop13h 40m

AED 2,134

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 14/5

05:50-16:10

1 stop12h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

09:25-03:25

3 stops16h 00m

AED 2,442

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 13/5

23:25-16:10

1 stop18h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

07:30-03:25

2 stops17h 55m

AED 2,582

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 21/4

23:00-15:15

3 stops18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

14:45-10:15

1 stop17h 30m

AED 2,611

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 27/4

23:00-08:50

1 stop11h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

07:30-03:25

2 stops17h 55m

AED 2,629

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 13/5

05:50-16:10

1 stop12h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

14:40-10:15

3 stops17h 35m

AED 2,681
Fastest return journey

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/8

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

19:10-05:25

Nonstop8h 15m

AED 2,960
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 20/4

23:00-08:50

1 stop11h 50m

AED 1,091

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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 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 81 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 1,440). 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 1 April 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 1 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as Emirates,RwandAir, andSouth African. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

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 8 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 RwandAir and Qatar Airways fly from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 18h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 05m. 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 1,338 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and RwandAir, starting at AED 1,575 and AED 1,623 round-trip. Air Tanzania is currently priced 45% 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 967 and AED 982 on Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, respectively.

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

    Consider Condor (76%), Emirates (69%) or South African (69%) 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 2,052. On average you can expect to pay AED 3,391. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for AED 1,891.

  • 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 1,440). 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 1 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,338AverageAED 2,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,575AverageAED 1,978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestAED 1,623AverageAED 1,875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,664AverageAED 2,730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,713AverageAED 1,927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,885AverageAED 2,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,638AverageAED 2,969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,820AverageAED 3,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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