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Cheap flights from the United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from AED 984

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 24/2. 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

Cheap flight deals from United Arab Emirates to OR Tambo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Arab Emirates to OR Tambo flight deals. Data was last updated 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,748

One-way from

AED 984

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
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 6/2-15/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 35m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 24/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 45m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (AED 1,424 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 203 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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Cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Arab Emirates to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 January 2026.

Fri 6/204:25SHJ - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 15/214:30JNB - SHJ
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/1AED 1,748
Tue 31/304:25SHJ - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/414:30JNB - SHJ
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1AED 1,755
Sun 18/104:25SHJ - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 1/214:30JNB - SHJ
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1AED 1,759
Sun 18/104:25SHJ - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 2/214:30JNB - SHJ
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1AED 1,770
Fri 27/204:25SHJ - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/314:30JNB - SHJ
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/1AED 1,796
Thu 19/217:55AUH - JNB
2 stops26h 45mQatar Airways
Thu 26/213:45JNB - AUH
1 stop12h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1AED 1,803
Sat 12/901:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Sat 3/1003:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 6/1AED 1,840
Tue 20/105:25SHJ - JNB
1 stop12h 10mQatar Airways
Fri 23/120:30JNB - SHJ
1 stop11h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/1AED 1,862
Wed 4/219:05SHJ - JNB
1 stop15h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 11/220:30JNB - SHJ
1 stop11h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1AED 1,866
Tue 20/106:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Thu 22/101:35JNB - DXB
1 stop20h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/1AED 1,877
Wed 4/304:25SHJ - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 9/308:20JNB - SHJ
1 stop17h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/1AED 1,891
Fri 3/704:25SHJ - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 13/814:30JNB - SHJ
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/1AED 1,906

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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Arab Emirates 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 8 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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United Arab Emirates

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OR Tambo

Route

Departure

Return

Price

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Tue 31/3

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

14:30-03:25

1 stop10h 55m

AED 1,755

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Sat 14/2

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

14:30-03:25

1 stop10h 55m

AED 1,759

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Sun 18/1

04:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

08:20-03:25

1 stop17h 05m

AED 1,763

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Sun 18/1

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

14:30-03:25

1 stop10h 55m

AED 1,770

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Fri 27/2

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

14:30-03:25

1 stop10h 55m

AED 1,796

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Tue 20/1

05:25-15:35

1 stop12h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

20:30-10:10

1 stop11h 40m

AED 1,862

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 20/1

06:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

01:35-00:30

1 stop20h 55m

AED 1,877

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Wed 4/3

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

08:20-03:25

1 stop17h 05m

AED 1,891

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Fri 3/7

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/8

14:30-03:25

1 stop10h 55m

AED 1,906

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 20/6

01:50-02:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

16:50-08:30

1 stop13h 40m

AED 1,913

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Best time to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of AED 1,432). Flying from United Arab Emirates 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 AE to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates 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.

Weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates 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 8 January 2026.

The most flights from AE0 to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How often are flights from the United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between United Arab Emirates and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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?

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg flights?

Over the past year, Etihad Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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 reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Etihad Airways, andSouth African from the United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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
3,462 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,360 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.
South African
7.3
Good
52 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
935 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
288 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

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 United Arab Emirates to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways, and RwandAir fly from United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 10h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 50m. The distance between United Arab Emirates and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 6423 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    AED 930 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Tanzania. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from AED 970 and AED 974, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Most travellers choose Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Sharjah - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo when deciding on the best route from United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    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 United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on time: Condor (85%), Emirates (70%), South African (70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 2,097. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for AED 1,792 on average, our data indicates AED 5,705 when flying from United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Arab Emirates to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from United Arab Emirates to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of AED 1,432). Flying from United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates to OR Tambo

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from United Arab Emirates 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 2,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,719AverageAED 1,862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,857AverageAED 2,484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,944AverageAED 2,872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,539AverageAED 2,897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,844AverageAED 3,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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