Find flights
Deals
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Africa to the United Arab Emirates from AED 536

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 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
15 Jun — 22 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Africa to United Arab Emirates

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from Africa to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 May 2026.

Tue 9/623:40
CAI
-
AUH
Nonstop3h 25m
Egyptair
Fri 12/605:05
AUH
-
CAI
Nonstop3h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 16/5AED 951
Mon 8/623:40
CAI
-
AUH
Nonstop3h 25m
Egyptair
Fri 12/605:05
AUH
-
CAI
Nonstop3h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 16/5AED 1,028
Tue 9/623:40
CAI
-
AUH
Nonstop3h 25m
Egyptair
Sat 13/616:30
AUH
-
CAI
Nonstop3h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 16/5AED 1,069
Mon 8/623:40
CAI
-
AUH
Nonstop3h 25m
Egyptair
Thu 11/605:05
AUH
-
CAI
Nonstop3h 35m
Egyptair
Deal found 16/5AED 1,076
Fri 22/519:45
CAI
-
AUH
Nonstop3h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/615:00
AUH
-
CAI
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5AED 1,091
Tue 26/504:30
CAI
-
SHJ
Nonstop3h 30m
Air Cairo
Fri 29/510:00
SHJ
-
CAI
Nonstop3h 45m
Air Cairo
Deal found 14/5AED 1,091
Sun 24/504:30
CAI
-
SHJ
Nonstop3h 30m
Air Cairo
Sun 27/910:00
SHJ
-
CAI
Nonstop3h 45m
Air Cairo
Deal found 14/5AED 1,109
Wed 20/519:45
CAI
-
AUH
Nonstop3h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/616:25
AUH
-
CAI
1 stop9h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5AED 1,117
Sun 14/623:25
CAI
-
DXB
1 stop15h 35m
SAUDIA
Fri 19/615:30
DXB
-
CAI
1 stop12h 35m
SAUDIA
Deal found 16/5AED 1,135
Fri 15/520:55
CAI
-
DXB
1 stop15h 20m
SAUDIA
Sun 14/617:30
DXB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
SAUDIA
Deal found 13/5AED 1,139
Wed 20/504:30
CAI
-
SHJ
Nonstop3h 30m
Air Cairo
Wed 3/610:00
SHJ
-
CAI
Nonstop3h 45m
Air Cairo
Deal found 16/5AED 1,139
Thu 21/519:45
CAI
-
AUH
Nonstop3h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/615:00
AUH
-
CAI
1 stop9h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5AED 1,142

Find flight deals from Africa to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated 16 May 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 951

One-way from

AED 536

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

July

Average price

AED 1,418

Good round-trip deal

AED 724 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 499 or less
Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 9/6-12/6
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 00m total
  • Africa to United Arab Emirates
Search Deals
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 24/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 30m total
  • Africa to United Arab Emirates
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (AED 234 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 126 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Africa to United Arab Emirates.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Africa to United Arab Emirates.
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from 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 16 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to the United Arab Emirates that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

CairoSharjah

CAI - SHJ

CAISHJ

Cairo

Tue 26/5

04:30-09:00

Nonstop3h 30m

Sharjah

Thu 28/5

10:00-12:45

Nonstop3h 45m

AED 1,139

CairoDubai

CAI - DXB

CAIDXB

Cairo

Thu 28/5

05:30-09:50

1 stop27h 20m

Dubai Intl

Mon 1/6

17:00-15:35

1 stop23h 35m

AED 1,330

CairoAbu Dhabi

CAI - AUH

CAIAUH

Cairo

Wed 27/5

16:55-23:05

1 stop5h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 2/6

23:50-04:30

1 stop5h 40m

AED 1,333

CairoSharjah

CAI - SHJ

CAISHJ

Cairo

Wed 3/6

04:30-09:00

Nonstop3h 30m

Sharjah

Sun 7/6

10:00-12:45

Nonstop3h 45m

AED 1,341

CairoSharjah

CAI - SHJ

CAISHJ

Cairo

Wed 3/6

04:30-09:00

Nonstop3h 30m

Sharjah

Fri 5/6

10:00-12:45

Nonstop3h 45m

AED 1,348

CairoSharjah

CAI - SHJ

CAISHJ

Cairo

Thu 4/6

04:30-09:00

Nonstop3h 30m

Sharjah

Tue 9/6

10:00-12:45

Nonstop3h 45m

AED 1,348

CairoSharjah

CAI - SHJ

CAISHJ

Cairo

Fri 5/6

04:30-09:00

Nonstop3h 30m

Sharjah

Fri 19/6

10:00-12:45

Nonstop3h 45m

AED 1,363

CairoSharjah

CAI - SHJ

CAISHJ

Cairo

Wed 29/7

04:30-09:00

Nonstop3h 30m

Sharjah

Wed 5/8

10:00-12:45

Nonstop3h 45m

AED 1,377
Fastest return journey

CairoDubai

CAI - DXB

CAIDXB

Cairo

Thu 28/5

08:35-12:55

Nonstop3h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sat 30/5

04:00-06:50

Nonstop3h 50m

AED 1,480

CairoDubai

CAI - DXB

CAIDXB

Cairo

Sun 28/6

17:35-22:00

Nonstop3h 25m

Dubai Intl

Tue 7/7

22:00-00:50

Nonstop3h 50m

AED 1,488

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 13/5

Showing 1-10 of 60 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
...
6

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to United Arab Emirates from Africa with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Africa to United Arab Emirates, you should look to book at least 21 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 Africa to United Arab Emirates?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 2,160). Flying from Africa to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,648). 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 AF to AE?

Find hourly flight availability from 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 16 May 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Africa to United Arab Emirates in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Africa to United Arab Emirates. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Africa to United Arab Emirates

Explore weekly flight availability from 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 16 May 2026.

The most flights from AF0 to AE0 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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 16 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Etihad Airways, andEthiopian Air from Africa to the United Arab Emirates by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,439 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
999 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
flydubai
6.6
Okay
146 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
427 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as AED 1,480, Air Cairo can have you in United Arab Emirates from Africa in 3h 20m. The distance from Africa to United Arab Emirates is about 2414 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Wizz Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as AED 279. Users have also found prices from AED 371 and AED 385 on Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and Air Arabia, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 2,160). Flying from Africa to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,648). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 10 airlines flying from Africa to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from 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 16 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
طيران الجزيرة‎CheapestAED 454AverageAED 1,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time95%
Search طيران الجزيرة‎ flights
Nile AirCheapestAED 559AverageAED 1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Nile Air flights
flynasCheapestAED 565AverageAED 1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search flynas flights
Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 565AverageAED 1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Air Arabia Abu Dhabi flights
Gulf AirCheapestAED 602AverageAED 1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Gulf Air flights
flydubaiCheapestAED 760AverageAED 1,881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search flydubai flights
Air ArabiaCheapestAED 767AverageAED 1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Search Air Arabia flights
SAUDIACheapestAED 830AverageAED 1,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Search SAUDIA flights
Air CairoCheapestAED 848AverageAED 1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Air Cairo flights
Oman AirCheapestAED 910AverageAED 1,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Search Oman Air flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Africa to United Arab Emirates?

Cheapflights helps you search for flights from Africa to United Arab Emirates via 900+ travel sites so you don’t have to. After performing a flight search, users can also filter their flight selection by filtering for price, number of stops, airlines, and so on.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Africa to United Arab Emirates?

By finding flights from multiple airlines and providers at completely no cost, Cheapflights helps millions of users like you annually find the best flights to United Arab Emirates from Africa.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Africa to United Arab Emirates with no change fees?

Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Africa to United Arab Emirates with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Africa to United Arab Emirates become cheaper?

Yes! Start tracking prices for Africa to United Arab Emirates flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book With Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees.

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.