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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to South Africa from AED 1,028

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 29/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
6 Mar — 13 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 February 2026.

Wed 18/302:20
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop15h 30m
Kenya Airways
Wed 25/301:35
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop26h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/2AED 1,770
Thu 5/206:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Kenya Airways
Wed 18/212:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop15h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/2AED 1,777
Fri 20/302:20
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop10h 35m
Kenya Airways
Thu 26/317:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/2AED 1,781
Thu 5/202:20
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop24h 05m
Kenya Airways
Wed 18/212:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop15h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/2AED 1,785
Wed 18/317:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/323:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/2AED 1,788
Sun 13/906:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sat 3/1001:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop20h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/2AED 1,792
Thu 19/301:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Fri 27/316:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 3/2AED 1,803
Mon 16/317:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 25/323:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/2AED 1,818
Mon 16/317:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/323:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2AED 1,821
Tue 9/601:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Tue 16/603:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 2/2AED 1,825
Tue 3/206:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop10h 55m
Kenya Airways
Wed 11/312:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/2AED 1,829
Tue 28/417:10
DXB
-
DUR
2 stops19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/517:00
DUR
-
DXB
2 stops20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2AED 2,325

Find flight deals from Dubai to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Dubai to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 4 February 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,770

One-way from

AED 1,028

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

AED 2,009

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,953 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 2,176 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 18/3-25/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 40m total
  • Dubai to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 29/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 20m total
  • Dubai to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (AED 1,569 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 208 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to South Africa.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 4 February 2026.
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DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 14/3

01:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

16:50-08:30

1 stop13h 40m

AED 1,866

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 19/3

01:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

16:50-08:30

1 stop13h 40m

AED 1,866

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 14/3

01:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

16:50-08:30

1 stop13h 40m

AED 1,866

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 14/3

01:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

16:50-08:30

1 stop13h 40m

AED 1,866

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 19/3

01:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

16:50-08:30

1 stop13h 40m

AED 1,866

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 17/3

01:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

16:50-08:30

1 stop13h 40m

AED 1,866

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 16/3

01:50-02:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

03:10-08:30

1 stop27h 20m

AED 1,866

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 20/3

17:10-03:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

AED 1,906

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 18/3

17:10-03:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

AED 1,906

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 15/3

17:10-03:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

AED 1,906

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Dubai with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to South Africa

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to South Africa (average of AED 1,432). Flying from Dubai 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 DXB to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai 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 4 February 2026.

When flying from Dubai 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 Dubai to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to South Africa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 4 February 2026.

The most flights from DXB to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How often are flights from Dubai to South Africa delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Dubai and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 102 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% 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 4 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dubai to South Africa, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andSouth African. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,500 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,500 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,500 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,729 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,500 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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.
South African
7.3
Good
52 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,500 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
955 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,500 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
292 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,500 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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 Dubai 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 Dubai to South Africa?

    Dubai Intl (DXB), located 10.9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Dubai to South Africa.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to South Africa?

    For as low as AED 2,585, RwandAir can have you in South Africa from Dubai in 12h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7640 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Dubai to South Africa are Air Tanzania (AED 930), Kenya Airways (AED 976), and Ethiopian Air (AED 1,019).

  • What are the most popular routes from Dubai to South Africa?

    When deciding which route to take from Dubai to South Africa, consider Dubai Intl - Cape Town Intl, Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Dubai Intl - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, as they are the most popular.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Dubai to South Africa consider choosing Condor(89%), Emirates(73%) or South African(73%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to South Africa?

    While on average a flight from Dubai to South Africa is generally AED 2,833, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is AED 2,097. When looking at the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Cape Town Intl), you can expect to pay AED 2,328 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai 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 Dubai to South Africa?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to South Africa (average of AED 1,432). Flying from Dubai 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 8 airlines flying from Dubai to South Africa

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Dubai 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 4 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,538AverageAED 2,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestAED 1,608AverageAED 1,892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,664AverageAED 2,730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,698AverageAED 1,866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,908AverageAED 2,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,980AverageAED 2,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,575AverageAED 3,697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,631AverageAED 3,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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