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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 1,054

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 22/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Dubai Intl are usually found in September or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Sun 7/603:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Sun 14/601:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 12/4AED 1,979
Wed 13/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Tue 19/501:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 12/4AED 1,983
Tue 12/501:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop20h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 18/506:45
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/4AED 2,001
Tue 19/503:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Tue 26/501:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 15/4AED 2,016
Tue 9/614:15
JNB
-
DXB
2 stops34h 15m
Air Tanzania
Tue 16/604:00
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4AED 2,020
Mon 13/716:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Sun 19/701:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 14/4AED 2,023
Mon 26/1014:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 15m
Air Tanzania
Mon 23/1104:00
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4AED 2,027
Sun 25/1014:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sat 31/1004:00
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 12/4AED 2,034
Mon 31/814:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 15m
Air Tanzania
Mon 7/904:00
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4AED 2,038
Sat 23/512:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 25m
Kenya Airways
Thu 4/600:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/4AED 2,057
Sun 31/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Sat 6/601:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 16/4AED 2,068
Wed 27/512:55
HLA
-
DXB
1 stop14h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/610:15
DXB
-
HLA
1 stop25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4AED 3,434

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Dubai (DXB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,979

One-way from

AED 1,054

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 2,299
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 7/6-14/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Dubai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (AED 388 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 144 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Dubai 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 17 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

22:20-08:20

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sat 25/4

09:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 2,534

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

13:30-23:40

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Sun 10/5

04:05-10:15

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 2,703
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

22:20-08:20

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sat 9/5

04:05-10:15

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 2,703

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

13:30-23:40

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Tue 12/5

09:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 2,703

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

22:20-08:20

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 21/7

23:20-05:30

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 2,762

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

18:00-02:30

1 stop30h 30m

Dubai Intl

Fri 12/6

13:50-16:05

2 stops28h 15m

AED 3,125

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

13:30-02:30

2 stops35h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sat 6/6

13:50-10:30

1 stop22h 40m

AED 3,430

JohannesburgDubai

HLA - DXB

HLADXB

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 27/5

12:55-05:00

1 stop14h 05m

Dubai Intl

Wed 3/6

10:15-09:35

1 stop25h 20m

AED 3,434

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

14:30-12:05

2 stops19h 35m

Dubai Intl

Fri 12/6

21:55-13:05

2 stops17h 10m

AED 3,507

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

14:30-12:05

2 stops19h 35m

Dubai Intl

Thu 9/7

21:55-13:05

2 stops17h 10m

AED 3,507

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Dubai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai (average of AED 1,994). Flying from Johannesburg to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,754). 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 DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 April 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg to Dubai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Dubai flight should consider departing on Monday at midday 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 to Dubai

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Dubai. 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 17 April 2026.

The most flights from ZA1 to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Dubai?

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Dubai delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Dubai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 111 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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 Johannesburg to Dubai 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 Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated 17 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andEtihad Airways from Johannesburg to Dubai. 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
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
3,559 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
1,434 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
1,003 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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 Johannesburg to Dubai. 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 into for flights to Dubai from Johannesburg?

    Most people fly into Dubai Intl (DXB) if they book a flight to Dubai from Johannesburg. On average, Dubai Intl has 7 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day from 7 airlines. Dubai Intl is conveniently located just 10.9 km from Dubai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Dubai?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg to Dubai can take about 8h. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 2,534. The distance between Johannesburg and Dubai is about 6408 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Dubai round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Dubai, with prices starting at AED 1,402. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Tanzania and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at AED 1,476 and AED 1,546, respectively. These flights start at 38% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as AED 1,075. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Tanzania and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg to Dubai for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Dubai?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Johannesburg to Dubai on time: Condor (61%), Emirates (61%), South African (61%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Dubai?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai is generally AED 2,175, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is AED 1,399. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl), you can expect to pay AED 2,049 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Dubai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Dubai 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 to Dubai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai (average of AED 1,994). Flying from Johannesburg to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,754). 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 Johannesburg to Dubai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Dubai. 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,402AverageAED 2,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,476AverageAED 2,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,546AverageAED 2,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,755AverageAED 1,935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestAED 1,866AverageAED 2,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,895AverageAED 2,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,052AverageAED 2,882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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