Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa from AED 1,344

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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — JNB
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Abu Dhabi to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Abu Dhabi to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 21 August 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 2,053

One-way from

AED 1,344

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

AED 2,515

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,411 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 2,043 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 30m total
  • Abu Dhabi to South Africa
3/9
  • 3/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 10m total
  • Abu Dhabi to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (AED 928 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 273 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to South Africa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to South Africa.

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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 August 2025.

Sun 12/1004:25AUH - CPT
1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 25/1013:50CPT - AUH
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/8AED 2,053
Fri 26/904:25AUH - CPT
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/913:50CPT - AUH
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/8AED 2,056
Fri 29/804:25AUH - CPT
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/913:50CPT - AUH
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/8AED 2,060
Sat 25/1004:25AUH - CPT
1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 1/1113:50CPT - AUH
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/8AED 2,108
Thu 2/1002:10AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 12/1009:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/8AED 2,240
Sat 4/1004:25AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/1014:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/8AED 2,288
Fri 3/1004:25AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/1008:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/8AED 2,291
Tue 14/1002:10AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 19/1009:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/8AED 2,324
Thu 2/1002:10AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Fri 10/1009:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/8AED 2,332
Thu 25/904:25AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/908:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/8AED 2,339
Fri 3/1004:25AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/1014:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/8AED 2,358
Fri 19/904:25AUH - CPT
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Fri 26/914:35CPT - AUH
1 stop34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/8AED 2,365

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Abu Dhabi

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 12/10

04:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/10

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 2,053

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 26/9

04:25-13:45

1 stop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/9

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 2,056

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 25/10

04:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/11

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 2,108

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 2/10

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

AED 2,240

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 1/10

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/10

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

AED 2,251

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 2/10

05:45-16:10

1 stop12h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/10

20:25-16:20

1 stop17h 55m

AED 2,255

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 4/10

04:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/10

14:30-03:10

1 stop10h 40m

AED 2,288

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 3/10

04:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

08:20-03:10

1 stop16h 50m

AED 2,291

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 2/10

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

AED 2,332

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 25/9

04:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/9

08:20-03:10

1 stop16h 50m

AED 2,339

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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa (average of AED 516). Flying from Abu Dhabi to South Africa 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 AUH to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 August 2025.

When flying from Abu Dhabi to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 21 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

    For a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa, you will be flying from Zayed Intl. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is just 28.0 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

    Departing from Abu Dhabi to South Africa will take you 8h 10m. Abu Dhabi and South Africa are separated by a distance of 6294 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa consider choosing Etihad Airways(88%), Scandinavian Airlines(88%) or China Eastern(88%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

    On average you can expect to pay AED 2,433 for a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is AED 1,945 while the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at AED 2,053.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Abu Dhabi to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi to South Africa 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 Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa (average of AED 516). Flying from Abu Dhabi to South Africa 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 5 airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapestAED 1,451AverageAED 2,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,966AverageAED 2,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,110AverageAED 3,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,315AverageAED 3,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 2,389AverageAED 2,936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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