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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa from AED 1,271

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — JNB
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 28 December 2025.

Wed 31/1208:55AUH - CPT
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/114:25CPT - AUH
2 stops15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12AED 10,998
Wed 31/1208:55AUH - CPT
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/118:55CPT - AUH
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12AED 13,958
Wed 31/1208:55AUH - CPT
1 stop31h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 6/115:25CPT - AUH
1 stop26h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/12AED 14,909
Tue 30/1202:05AUH - CPT
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/118:10CPT - AUH
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12AED 15,104
Wed 31/1223:40AUH - CPT
2 stops16h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 7/115:20CPT - AUH
2 stops17h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/12AED 21,670
Wed 31/1222:45AUH - CPT
2 stops15h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 8/107:00CPT - AUH
2 stops18h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/12AED 22,088

Find 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 28 December 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 2,016

One-way from

AED 1,271

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

AED 3,121

Good round-trip deal

AED 3,206 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 9/2-17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 30m total
  • Abu Dhabi to South Africa
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 3/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 00m total
  • Abu Dhabi to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (AED 1,499 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 216 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to South Africa.
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Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 25/1

02:05-08:20

Nonstop8h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

AED 2,130

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 18/1

16:10-07:10

1 stop17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

21:45-15:10

1 stop15h 25m

AED 2,189

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 27/4

04:25-13:45

1 stop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 2,192

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 11/4

04:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/5

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 2,200

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 25/1

04:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

14:30-03:10

1 stop10h 40m

AED 2,211

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 10/2

22:30-08:40

1 stop12h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

13:45-03:50

1 stop12h 05m

AED 2,222

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 24/1

08:55-13:00

1 stop30h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/2

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 2,435

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 18/1

14:05-07:10

1 stop19h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

AED 2,677

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 10/2

18:40-08:50

2 stops16h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/2

12:35-03:50

1 stop13h 15m

AED 2,681

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 10/1

02:05-08:20

Nonstop8h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

AED 2,721

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa (average of AED 1,432). Flying from Abu Dhabi to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,818). 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 28 December 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.

How often are flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 106 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Abu Dhabi to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night 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 Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Abu Dhabi to South Africa 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 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 28 December 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,445 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
3,445 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,445 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,697 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,445 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
7.4
Good
1,339 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,445 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
919 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,445 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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 Abu Dhabi to South Africa. 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 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 15m. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Abu Dhabi to South Africa one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as AED 1,083 on Egyptair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from AED 1,127 and Ethiopian Air from AED 1,129 one-way.

  • 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 TAP Portugal(100%), Scandinavian Airlines(81%) or China Eastern(81%), 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 3,485 for a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is AED 2,359 while the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at AED 2,192.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa (average of AED 1,432). Flying from Abu Dhabi to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,818). 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 4 airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa. 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 28 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,912AverageAED 2,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,949AverageAED 2,872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,110AverageAED 3,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,139AverageAED 3,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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