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Cheap flights from South Africa to the United Arab Emirates from AED 1,139

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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
11 Aug — 18 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 July 2026.

Thu 9/709:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 8/902:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/7AED 1,770
Sat 19/1209:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 28/1221:25
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop35h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/7AED 1,928
Thu 9/709:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/802:05
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/7AED 2,035
Sat 18/709:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/704:25
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7AED 2,119
Sun 20/913:30
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Mon 28/909:55
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 9/7AED 2,145
Thu 9/709:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/904:25
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7AED 2,149
Thu 6/817:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Kenya Airways
Wed 12/800:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/7AED 2,152
Mon 7/910:05
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Sat 12/923:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 9/7AED 2,156
Wed 5/819:10
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 15m
Emirates
Thu 13/823:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 9/7AED 2,160
Sun 30/819:10
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 15m
Emirates
Sun 6/923:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 10/7AED 2,163
Sun 2/813:30
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Mon 31/814:25
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 8/7AED 2,171
Tue 4/812:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop33h 15m
Kenya Airways
Tue 11/806:45
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 8/7AED 2,174

Find flight deals from South Africa to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated 12 July 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,770

One-way from

AED 1,139

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 2,380

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,860 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,150 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/7-12/8
  • Nonstop
  • 16h 10m total
  • South Africa to United Arab Emirates
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 20m total
  • South Africa to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (AED 387 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 149 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to United Arab Emirates 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 12 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to the United Arab Emirates that are best for you.

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JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 19/11

02:00-08:20

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 2,351

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

09:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 28/10

02:00-08:20

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 2,365

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 18/11

02:00-08:20

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 2,373

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

13:30-06:55

2 stops39h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 18/11

02:35-09:40

2 stops33h 05m

AED 2,376

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

08:20-01:10

1 stop14h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sun 30/8

17:10-03:55

1 stop12h 45m

AED 2,409

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

13:30-01:30

2 stops34h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 19/11

02:35-09:40

2 stops33h 05m

AED 2,424

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

13:30-00:25

2 stops32h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 25/10

02:35-09:40

2 stops33h 05m

AED 2,475

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

13:30-00:25

2 stops32h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 25/10

02:35-09:40

2 stops33h 05m

AED 2,475

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

13:30-02:30

2 stops35h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 6/10

04:30-09:40

2 stops31h 10m

AED 2,486

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/8

06:00-19:45

1 stop11h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 1/9

02:10-19:45

1 stop19h 35m

AED 2,578

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 2,185). Flying from South Africa to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,832). 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 ZA to AE?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 12 July 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to United Arab Emirates in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to United Arab Emirates

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 12 July 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to AE0 are scheduled on a Friday (11 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 South Africa to the United Arab Emirates delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between South Africa and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 114 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa 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?

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to United Arab Emirates?

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to United Arab Emirates. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to United Arab Emirates. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2026.

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

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 12 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andQatar Airways from South Africa to the United Arab Emirates have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,612 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,612 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,612 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
South African
7.6
Good
62 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,612 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,745 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,612 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,475 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,612 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,010 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,612 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa to United Arab Emirates?

    For as low as AED 2,351, Etihad Airways can have you in United Arab Emirates from South Africa in 7h 55m. The distance from South Africa to United Arab Emirates is about 6294 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 South Africa to United Arab Emirates one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at AED 1,060. Air Tanzania flights start at AED 1,077 while deals on Etihad Airways start at AED 1,150 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 2,185). Flying from South Africa to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,832). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 12 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,301AverageAED 2,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,402AverageAED 2,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,414AverageAED 2,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 1,758AverageAED 3,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestAED 1,867AverageAED 2,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,941AverageAED 2,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,127AverageAED 2,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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