Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa

AUH — JNB
14 apr — 21 apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Abu Dhabi to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 15 marzo 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,042

One-way from

AED 1,234

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 2,200

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,500 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,335 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/4-1/5
  • Nonstop
  • 16h 10m total
  • Abu Dhabi to South Africa
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 27/3
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 15m total
  • Abu Dhabi to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (AED 1,555 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 208 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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.

Cheapflights Insights

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 1,440). Flying from Abu Dhabi to South Africa 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 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 15 marzo 2026.

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 15 marzo 2026.
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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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 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 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 1,092 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from AED 1,120 and Egyptair from AED 1,158 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 Scandinavian Airlines(90%), China Eastern(90%) or Kuwait Airways(90%), 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 2,365 for a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is AED 1,225 while the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at AED 2,071.

  • 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 1,440). Flying from Abu Dhabi to South Africa 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 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 15 marzo 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,910AverageAED 2,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,957AverageAED 2,795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,969AverageAED 2,899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,110AverageAED 3,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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