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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from AED 1,032

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
14 May — 21 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in November or March, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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 9 May 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,759

One-way from

AED 1,032

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

AED 2,027

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,856 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 2,082 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 31/5-7/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 05m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 14/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 20m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (AED 588 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 239 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 9 May 2025.

Sat 31/504:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/614:30JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/5AED 1,759
Mon 2/601:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Tue 10/616:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 8/5AED 1,763
Sun 6/700:55DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 00mKenya Airways
Fri 11/712:10JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/5AED 1,774
Thu 22/523:20DXB - JNB
1 stop18h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 26/513:55JNB - DXB
1 stop19h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/5AED 1,833
Sat 7/604:00DXB - JNB
1 stop11h 15mAir Tanzania
Wed 11/614:15JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 15mAir Tanzania
Deal found 8/5AED 1,983
Wed 14/506:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/507:10JNB - DXB
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5AED 2,369
Mon 12/509:55DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Sun 25/513:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Deal found 8/5AED 2,740

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to OR Tambo 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 9 May 2025.
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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Dubai

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OR Tambo

Route

Departure

Return

Price

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 31/5

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/6

14:30-02:55

1 stop10h 25m

AED 1,759

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/6

01:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/6

16:50-08:30

1 stop13h 40m

AED 1,763

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 6/7

00:55-10:55

1 stop12h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

01:15-23:25

1 stop20h 10m

AED 1,774

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 22/5

23:20-16:10

1 stop18h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/5

13:55-11:40

1 stop19h 45m

AED 1,833

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 7/6

04:00-13:15

1 stop11h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/6

14:15-02:30

1 stop10h 15m

AED 1,983

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 22/5

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/5

07:10-07:00

2 stops21h 50m

AED 2,428

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 12/6

04:05-10:15

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/6

13:25-23:45

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 2,821

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 14/5

06:55-00:15

1 stop19h 20m

AED 1,032

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 22/5

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

AED 1,069

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 15/5

01:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

AED 1,113

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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 May 2025.

The best time to book flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 64 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of AED 516). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 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 9 May 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Dubai to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to OR Tambo. 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 9 May 2025.

The most flights from DXB to JNB are scheduled on a Wednesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 9 May 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM and Air France from Dubai to Johannesburg have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,224 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,224 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,224 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,338 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,224 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,450 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,224 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
ASKY
7.5
Good
53 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,224 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

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 5 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.

  • 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 Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as AED 1,759 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are RwandAir and Kenya Airways, starting at AED 1,763 and AED 1,774 round-trip. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 25% 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 Kenya Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as AED 1,032. Users have also found prices from AED 1,069 and AED 1,113 on Ethiopian Air and RwandAir, respectively.

  • 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 1,657. On average you can expect to pay AED 6,113. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for AED 1,818.

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

    Flights departing from Dubai and landing in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport stopover in Nairobi most frequently. Addis Ababa follows Nairobi in terms of the most common stopover location on Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights. Lusaka comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.

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

    Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Kigali least often. Doha is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of AED 516). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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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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 9 May 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,566AverageAED 2,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,651AverageAED 1,971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,724AverageAED 1,998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestAED 1,776AverageAED 2,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,906AverageAED 2,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 2,303AverageAED 2,849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,558AverageAED 2,899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,834AverageAED 3,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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