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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa from AED 1,182

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 14/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — JNB
12 Jun — 19 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 May 2026.

Wed 1/717:40
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 31/712:40
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop31h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5AED 2,064
Wed 3/623:50
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop12h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 10/612:40
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop13h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5AED 2,097
Fri 4/902:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 10/1009:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/5AED 2,192
Tue 12/523:50
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop12h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 16/512:40
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop13h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/5AED 2,207
Sun 28/602:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 13/709:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5AED 2,222
Wed 1/717:40
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop12h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sat 25/712:40
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop31h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5AED 2,280
Tue 14/702:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/709:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5AED 2,372
Tue 1/912:25
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop17h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sat 5/920:55
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop17h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/5AED 2,383
Wed 15/702:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 20/709:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5AED 2,413
Sun 28/602:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/712:40
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5AED 2,420
Sat 5/917:40
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/1014:45
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop11h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/5AED 2,431
Tue 30/602:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/720:55
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5AED 2,438

Find flight deals from Abu Dhabi to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Abu Dhabi to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 13 May 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,064

One-way from

AED 1,182

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

AED 2,655

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,975 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,882 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/7-31/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 55m total
  • Abu Dhabi to South Africa
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 15m total
  • Abu Dhabi to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (AED 992 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 198 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 29/6

23:45-09:00

1 stop11h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

12:40-04:25

1 stop13h 45m

AED 2,207

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 28/6

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

12:40-10:55

1 stop20h 15m

AED 2,420

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 5/9

17:40-09:00

1 stop17h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

14:45-04:25

1 stop11h 40m

AED 2,431
Fastest return journey

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 4/9

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

AED 2,493

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 23/6

17:40-04:00

1 stop12h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

14:40-10:55

3 stops18h 15m

AED 2,659

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 1/9

22:45-14:35

2 stops17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

13:15-10:55

1 stop19h 40m

AED 2,703

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 2/7

04:25-13:00

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

13:15-10:55

1 stop19h 40m

AED 2,817

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 10/6

04:25-13:45

1 stop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 2,872

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 1/9

04:25-13:00

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 3,041

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 2/7

04:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/8

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 3,213

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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa, you should look to book at least 39 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa (average of AED 1,271). Flying from Abu Dhabi to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,075). 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 AUH to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi 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 13 May 2026.

When flying from Abu Dhabi 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.

How often are flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 87 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

Over the past year, Etihad Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% 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 13 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,437 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
999 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

    For a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa, you will be flying from Zayed Intl. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is just 28.0 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

    Departing from Abu Dhabi to South Africa will take you 8h 10m. Abu Dhabi and South Africa are separated by a distance of 6294 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as AED 1,092 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from AED 1,120 and Egyptair from AED 1,158 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa consider choosing Etihad Airways(0%), Scandinavian Airlines(0%) or China Eastern(0%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

    On average you can expect to pay AED 2,615 for a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is AED 1,845 while the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at AED 2,560.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi to South Africa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to South Africa (average of AED 1,271). Flying from Abu Dhabi to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,075). 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 4 airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Abu Dhabi 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 13 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,910AverageAED 2,339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,966AverageAED 2,712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,995AverageAED 2,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,110AverageAED 3,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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