Q: Can I fly back to United Arab Emirates from South Africa?

Returning to United Arab Emirates from South Africa COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from South Africa must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 48 hours before departing to United Arab Emirates. Quarantine requirements Visitors from South Africa are not required to quarantine after entering United Arab Emirates.

Q: What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to South Africa . Flying to South Africa in July will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Question 1

When is the best time to book a flight to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

The best time to book flights to South Africa is 51 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.

Question 2

Which day is cheapest to fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest flights to South Africa are usually found when departing on a Tuesday. The departure day with the highest cost at present is Saturday.

Question 3

What time of day is cheapest to fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

To get the best value, try booking a flight in the morning when visiting South Africa. Generally the prices will increase for flights at midday as these tend to have higher demand.

Question 4

Can I fly back to United Arab Emirates from South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Returning to United Arab Emirates from South Africa

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from South Africa must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 48 hours before departing to United Arab Emirates.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from South Africa are not required to quarantine after entering United Arab Emirates.

Question 5

Can I fly to South Africa from United Arab Emirates right now?

Accepted Answer

Information is based on travel restrictions from United Arab Emirates to South Africa

Most visitors from United Arab Emirates can enter South Africa without restrictions.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from United Arab Emirates are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering South Africa.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from United Arab Emirates are not required to quarantine after entering South Africa.

Question 6

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to South Africa. Flying to South Africa in July will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Popular in	July	High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Cheapest in	October	Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average price	AED 2,395	Average for return flights in September 2022
Return from	AED 1,616	From Dubai Intl to Johannesburg
One-way from	AED 1,105	One-way flight from Dubai Intl (DXB) to South Africa

Cheap flights to South Africa

Flights to South Africa in 2022

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