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R10 649+ Direct flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates

DXB — CPT
Oct 2 — Oct 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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DubaiJohannesburg

DXB Dubai Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 12/10

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

10:05-20:15

Nonstop8h 10m

R13 521

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB Dubai Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 11/10

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

13:30-23:40

Nonstop8h 10m

R13 553

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB Dubai Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 10/12

4:10-10:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/1

10:25-20:25

Nonstop8h 00m

R13 714

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB Dubai Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 4/10

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

R13 730

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB Dubai Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 10/12

4:10-10:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/12

13:25-23:40

Nonstop8h 15m

R13 763

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB Dubai Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 10/12

4:10-10:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/12

22:20-8:15

Nonstop7h 55m

R13 763

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB Dubai Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 17/10

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

13:30-23:40

Nonstop8h 10m

R13 763

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB Dubai Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 18/10

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

13:25-23:40

Nonstop8h 15m

R13 779

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB Dubai Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 21/9

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

10:05-20:15

Nonstop8h 10m

R13 779
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DubaiJohannesburg

DXB Dubai Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 14/10

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

R14 053

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Reviews of airlines flying direct to Dubai

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Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
South African
7,6
Good
64 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 728 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 036 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.

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  • Where can you fly direct from Dubai?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight destination from Dubai is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How much are direct flights from Dubai?

    On average, a one-way direct flight from Dubai will cost users approximately R11 714. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight from Dubai, you can expect to pay around R11 306.

  • How long is a direct flight from Dubai?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the destination, on average, travelers can expect non-stop flights from Dubai to last approximately 8h 50m on average. The quickest direct flight from Dubai at this time departs from Dubai (8h 10m), while the longest leaves from Dubai (9h 30m).

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    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight from Dubai, October is worth consideration as prices are at their lowest, on average. In terms of the number of daily non-stop flights, June offers travelers the most options.

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