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

Departing from Abu Dhabi to South Africa will take you 11h 20m. Abu Dhabi and South Africa are separated by a distance of 7524 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back. Find deals

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa 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 South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm. Find deals

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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).

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

On average you can expect to pay AED 2,401 for a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is AED 1,995 while the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at AED 2,115.

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 Scandinavian Airlines(91%), China Eastern(91%) or Kuwait Airways(91%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

The most popular airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to South Africa are Emirates, Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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.

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.

AED 1,186+ Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa

Cheap flight deals from Abu Dhabi to South Africa

Round-trip from	AED 2,023
One-way from	AED 1,186
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	September
Average price	AED 2,383
Good round-trip deal	AED 2,347 or less

Ethiopian Air
30/10-6/11
2 total stops
23h 30m total
Abu Dhabi to South Africa

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Qatar Airways
30/10
1 total stop
12h 15m total
Abu Dhabi to South Africa

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (AED 917 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 251 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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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 17 September 2025.

Thu 30/1004:25AUH - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Thu 6/1113:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 15/9AED 2,023

Wed 22/1005:45AUH - JNB

1 stop12h 25mQatar Airways

Tue 28/1020:20JNB - AUH

1 stop18h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 15/9AED 2,027

Mon 22/905:45AUH - JNB

1 stop12h 25mQatar Airways

Tue 7/1020:25JNB - AUH

1 stop18h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/9AED 2,031

Sun 21/902:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Tue 7/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 17/9AED 2,079

Tue 21/1004:25AUH - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Tue 28/1013:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 17/9AED 2,093

Mon 29/922:45AUH - JNB

2 stops21h 55mQatar Airways

Wed 8/1020:25JNB - AUH

1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/9AED 2,123

Wed 15/1018:45AUH - JNB

2 stops25h 55mQatar Airways

Sun 19/1013:55JNB - AUH

1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/9AED 2,126

Thu 2/1005:45AUH - JNB

2 stops14h 55mQatar Airways

Thu 9/1013:55JNB - AUH

1 stop24h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/9AED 2,178

Thu 27/1104:25AUH - CPT

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Tue 2/1213:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/9AED 2,185

Sat 4/1002:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Fri 10/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/9AED 2,218

Wed 1/1023:45AUH - JNB

2 stops20h 55mQatar Airways

Sun 12/1020:25JNB - AUH

1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/9AED 2,236

Sun 23/1104:25AUH - CPT

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Thu 4/1213:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 15/9AED 2,258

Best flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Abu Dhabi to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

Mon 29/922:45AUH - JNB

2 stops21h 55mQatar Airways

Wed 8/1020:25JNB - AUH

1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/9AED 2,123

Mon 16/304:25AUH - CPT

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Sun 29/313:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 17/9AED 2,178

Sun 28/902:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Wed 15/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9AED 2,449

Wed 15/1017:40AUH - JNB

2 stops27h 00mQatar Airways

Sun 19/1013:55JNB - AUH

1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/9AED 2,130

Sat 14/304:25AUH - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Sun 29/313:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 17/9AED 2,178

Thu 5/317:55AUH - JNB

2 stops26h 45mQatar Airways

Mon 9/320:20JNB - AUH

1 stop12h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/9AED 2,192

Sun 28/902:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Sun 12/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9AED 2,449

Sun 15/304:25AUH - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Sat 28/313:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 17/9AED 2,339

Sun 28/902:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Mon 13/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9AED 2,449

Mon 20/1023:45AUH - JNB

1 stop18h 25mQatar Airways

Mon 27/1020:20JNB - AUH

1 stop18h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 15/9AED 2,255

Wed 1/1002:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Mon 13/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9AED 2,449

Sat 22/1104:25AUH - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Thu 4/1213:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/9AED 2,468

Mon 29/902:20AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Mon 13/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9AED 2,449

Thu 27/1104:25AUH - CPT

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Sun 7/1213:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/9AED 2,508

Tue 30/902:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Tue 14/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9AED 2,449

Mon 24/1104:25AUH - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Sun 7/1213:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/9AED 2,508

Mon 9/304:25AUH - CPT

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Wed 11/314:35CPT - AUH

1 stop34h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 15/9AED 2,523

Fri 21/1104:25AUH - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Thu 4/1213:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/9AED 2,648

Sun 23/1104:25AUH - CPT

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Mon 1/1214:35CPT - AUH

1 stop34h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 15/9AED 2,651

Fri 21/1104:25AUH - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Mon 1/1214:35CPT - AUH

1 stop34h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 15/9AED 2,651

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa
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Sat 4/1002:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Fri 10/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/9AED 2,218

Thu 12/302:05AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 15mEtihad Airways

Mon 23/309:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9AED 2,284

Tue 21/1002:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Tue 28/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/9AED 2,332

Wed 1/1002:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Sun 12/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/9AED 2,339

Sun 28/902:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Wed 8/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9AED 2,387

Thu 2/1002:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Sun 12/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9AED 2,402

Sun 19/1002:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Mon 27/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/9AED 2,413

Mon 24/1102:05AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 15mEtihad Airways

Mon 8/1209:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/9AED 2,427

Sun 28/902:10AUH - JNB

Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

Tue 14/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/9AED 2,453

Last-minute flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa
Discover last-minute flight deals from Abu Dhabi to South Africa. Data last updated 17 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Fri 19/904:25AUH - CPT

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Wed 24/914:35CPT - AUH

1 stop34h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/9AED 2,681

Mon 22/905:45AUH - JNB

1 stop12h 25mQatar Airways

Tue 7/1020:25JNB - AUH

1 stop18h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/9AED 2,031

Mon 22/912:25AUH - JNB

1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines

Tue 7/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/9AED 2,475

Sat 27/903:45AUH - JNB

2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines

Tue 7/1009:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9AED 2,736

Sat 11/1009:00AUH - CPT

1 stop31h 35mEthiopian Air

Sun 19/1013:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/9AED 2,905

Tue 21/1004:25AUH - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Tue 28/1013:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 17/9AED 2,093

Tue 21/1023:45AUH - CPT

2 stops25h 05mQatar Airways

Tue 28/1012:35CPT - AUH

1 stop25h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 17/9AED 2,853

Thu 30/1004:25AUH - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Thu 6/1113:50CPT - AUH

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 15/9AED 2,023

Thu 30/1022:30AUH - CPT

2 stops26h 20mQatar Airways

Thu 6/1112:35CPT - AUH

1 stop20h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 15/9AED 2,567

Thu 30/1014:35AUH - CPT

2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines

Thu 6/1112:35CPT - AUH

2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9AED 2,835

Fri 31/1004:25AUH - CPT

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Fri 7/1114:35CPT - AUH

1 stop34h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/9AED 2,538

Fri 31/1005:20AUH - CPT

2 stops16h 25mMultiple Airlines

Fri 7/1112:35CPT - AUH

1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9AED 2,776

One-way flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa
Search for one-way flight options from Abu Dhabi to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

Thu 30/1005:20AUH - JNB

1 stop12h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 15/9AED 1,186

Wed 29/1002:00AUH - JNB

2 stops15h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9AED 1,223

Thu 25/905:45AUH - JNB

1 stop12h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/9AED 1,278

Tue 7/1004:25AUH - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 15/9AED 1,388

Mon 6/1004:25AUH - CPT

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 15/9AED 1,396

Thu 25/904:25AUH - JNB

1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 17/9AED 1,421

Mon 6/1014:15AUH - CPT

2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9AED 1,557

Fri 5/1214:35AUH - CPT

3 stops48h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9AED 1,627

Thu 4/1204:25AUH - CPT

1 stop34h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 15/9AED 1,693

Wed 8/1004:25AUH - CPT

2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9AED 1,799

Sun 5/1014:50AUH - CPT

3 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9AED 1,807

Tue 7/1014:15AUH - CPT

3 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9AED 1,833

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Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 29/9

22:45-18:40

2 stops21h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/10

20:25-16:20

1 stop17h 55m

AED 2,123

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 15/10

17:40-18:40

2 stops27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/10

13:55-17:20

1 stop25h 25m

AED 2,130

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 16/3

04:25-13:45

1 stop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 2,178

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 14/3

04:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 2,178

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 5/3

17:55-18:40

2 stops26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

20:20-10:50

1 stop12h 30m

AED 2,192

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 20/10

23:45-16:10

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

20:20-16:25

1 stop18h 05m

AED 2,255

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 15/3

04:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/3

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 2,339

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 28/9

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/10

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

AED 2,449

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 28/9

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

AED 2,449

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 28/9

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/10

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

AED 2,449

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

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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?

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.

Weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to South Africa

The most flights from AUH to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

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

3,339 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,622 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Etihad Airways

7.4

Good

1,251 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

862 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Egyptair

6.5

Okay

367 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,339 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Related info for your journey

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 11h 20m. Abu Dhabi and South Africa are separated by a distance of 7524 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 Scandinavian Airlines(91%), China Eastern(91%) or Kuwait Airways(91%), 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 2,401 for a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is AED 1,995 while the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at AED 2,115.
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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Egyptair	CheapestAED 1,837	AverageAED 2,069	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Egyptair flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestAED 1,967	AverageAED 2,423	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestAED 1,996	AverageAED 2,890	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	CheapestAED 2,110	AverageAED 3,166	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestAED 2,315	AverageAED 3,348	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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