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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Arab Emirates from AED 1,021

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 April 2026.

Wed 1/714:30
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 4/705:40
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/3AED 1,814
Wed 13/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Tue 19/501:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 29/3AED 1,825
Sun 15/1103:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Wed 18/1101:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 30/3AED 1,829
Mon 25/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Sun 31/501:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 29/3AED 1,836
Thu 23/416:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Sun 26/401:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 28/3AED 1,840
Wed 27/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Tue 2/601:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 31/3AED 1,847
Wed 8/422:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 15/417:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/3AED 1,858
Mon 2/1103:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Mon 23/1101:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 29/3AED 1,866
Thu 30/403:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Wed 6/501:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 27/3AED 1,884
Fri 1/509:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/502:40
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3AED 1,917
Wed 13/520:40
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/506:00
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop12h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3AED 1,932
Thu 14/514:45
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/523:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3AED 1,950

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,825

One-way from

AED 1,021

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

AED 2,299

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,307 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,505 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 13/5-19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (AED 390 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 142 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

03:10-08:30

1 stop27h 20m

Dubai Intl

Wed 6/5

01:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

AED 1,884

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

09:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 4/5

02:40-07:10

1 stop30h 30m

AED 1,917

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

14:45-03:40

1 stop10h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 5/5

06:00-16:10

1 stop12h 10m

AED 2,145

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

19:50-17:20

1 stop19h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 30/4

23:45-16:10

1 stop18h 25m

AED 2,281

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

21:45-15:30

1 stop15h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 5/5

16:30-07:10

1 stop16h 40m

AED 2,409

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

13:30-00:25

2 stops32h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 18/5

01:30-10:30

1 stop35h 00m

AED 2,519

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

14:45-11:20

1 stop18h 35m

Sharjah

Fri 12/6

23:25-08:50

1 stop11h 25m

AED 2,637

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

17:40-03:40

2 stops32h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 6/5

18:45-08:50

1 stop16h 05m

AED 2,688

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

19:10-05:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Thu 21/5

04:05-10:15

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 2,692

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

10:05-20:15

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Fri 15/5

23:20-05:30

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 2,699

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Arab Emirates

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 1,271). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,946). 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 JNB to AE?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 April 2026.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates. 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 1 April 2026.

The most flights from JNB to AE0 are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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

About 11% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 104 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening 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 Johannesburg to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Arab Emirates

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Arab Emirates. 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 United Arab Emirates. Reviews last updated 1 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Arab Emirates, such as Emirates,South African, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,432 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
991 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
302 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,551 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates. 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates?

    RwandAir, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates in just under 8h. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h 20m. There are 6294 km between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and United Arab Emirates. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as AED 1,020. Users have also found prices from AED 1,078 and AED 1,102 on Air Tanzania and South African, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates?

    When deciding which route to take from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sharjah or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates?

    Consider Emirates (67%), South African (67%) or Condor (57%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates?

    The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates is AED 1,399. On average you can expect to pay AED 2,018. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl), can usually be booked for AED 1,781.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 1,271). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,946). 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 OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to United Arab Emirates. 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 1 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,402AverageAED 2,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,414AverageAED 2,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,476AverageAED 2,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,546AverageAED 2,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestAED 1,585AverageAED 2,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,895AverageAED 2,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,941AverageAED 2,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,052AverageAED 2,893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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