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Cheap flights from the United Arab Emirates to South Africa from AED 999

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Arab Emirates to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 December 2025.

Fri 26/1217:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1223:00JNB - DXB
1 stop33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12AED 2,644
Fri 26/1223:55SHJ - JNB
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1217:00JNB - SHJ
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12AED 3,444
Wed 31/1217:10DXB - CPT
2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 8/113:50CPT - DXB
1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/12AED 3,577
Sat 27/1213:10DXB - CPT
1 stop30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/113:40CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12AED 3,606
Sat 27/1223:25DXB - CPT
1 stop22h 20mSouth African
Wed 7/119:35CPT - DXB
1 stop22h 50mSouth African
Deal found 26/12AED 3,720
Mon 29/1201:50DXB - CPT
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/118:30CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12AED 3,760
Tue 30/1201:50DXB - CPT
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/106:05CPT - DXB
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12AED 3,775
Wed 31/1217:10DXB - CPT
2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 6/113:50CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/12AED 3,856
Mon 29/1205:20DXB - CPT
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/119:35CPT - DXB
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12AED 3,900
Tue 30/1217:10DXB - CPT
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/120:25CPT - DXB
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12AED 3,936
Fri 26/1222:50DXB - DUR
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1221:40DUR - DXB
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12AED 4,098
Tue 30/1201:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Tue 6/103:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 26/12AED 5,967

Find flight deals from United Arab Emirates to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Arab Emirates to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 26 December 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,741

One-way from

AED 999

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

AED 3,118

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,463 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 2,397 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 24/1-9/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 45m total
  • United Arab Emirates to South Africa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 40m total
  • United Arab Emirates to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (AED 1,501 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 218 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Arab Emirates 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 26 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Arab Emirates to South Africa that are best for you.

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SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Sat 24/1

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

08:20-03:25

1 stop17h 05m

AED 1,741

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Thu 26/2

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

14:30-03:25

1 stop10h 55m

AED 1,741

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Sun 18/1

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

08:20-03:25

1 stop17h 05m

AED 1,759

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Tue 20/1

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

14:30-03:25

1 stop10h 55m

AED 1,766

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Thu 22/1

17:25-03:55

1 stop12h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

13:45-04:10

1 stop12h 25m

AED 1,954

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 23/1

06:55-00:25

1 stop19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

17:00-05:45

1 stop10h 45m

AED 1,983

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Fri 6/2

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

14:30-03:25

1 stop10h 55m

AED 1,983

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Sun 10/5

04:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

14:30-03:25

1 stop10h 55m

AED 2,071

SharjahJohannesburg

SHJ - JNB

SHJJNB

Sharjah

Wed 4/3

05:25-16:00

1 stop12h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

12:45-04:10

1 stop13h 25m

AED 2,141

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 6/2

04:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/2

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 2,144

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Best time to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Arab Emirates to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to South Africa?

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

Find hourly flight availability from United Arab Emirates 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 26 December 2025.

When flying from United Arab Emirates to South Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Arab Emirates to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Arab Emirates to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Arab Emirates to South Africa flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates 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 26 December 2025.

The most flights from AE0 to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How often are flights from the United Arab Emirates to South Africa delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between United Arab Emirates and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Arab Emirates 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 Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United Arab Emirates 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 26 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, South African, andQatar Airways from the United Arab Emirates to South Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,444 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
3,444 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,444 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.
South African
7.5
Good
50 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,444 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
3,692 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,444 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
917 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,444 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
287 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,444 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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 United Arab Emirates to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from United Arab Emirates to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from United Arab Emirates to South Africa in 10h 40m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, or Kenya Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from United Arab Emirates to South Africa is about 6423 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Arab Emirates to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from United Arab Emirates to South Africa are Air Tanzania (AED 930), Kenya Airways (AED 970), and Qatar Airways (AED 974).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Arab Emirates to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from United Arab Emirates to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates to South Africa?

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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from United Arab Emirates 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 26 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,474AverageAED 2,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestAED 1,623AverageAED 1,917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,664AverageAED 2,857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,669AverageAED 2,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,719AverageAED 2,530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,857AverageAED 2,769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,110AverageAED 3,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,574AverageAED 3,734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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