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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 30 July 2026.

Wed 9/99:45

JNB

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AUH

Nonstop8h 00m

Etihad Airways

Tue 15/92:10

AUH

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 27/7R10 080

Thu 12/119:50

JNB

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AUH

Nonstop7h 55m

Etihad Airways

Wed 18/112:00

AUH

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 20m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 25/7R10 097

Wed 2/99:45

JNB

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AUH

Nonstop8h 00m

Etihad Airways

Sun 6/92:10

AUH

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JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 28/7R10 114

Mon 17/89:45

JNB

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AUH

Nonstop8h 00m

Etihad Airways

Sun 23/82:10

AUH

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JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 28/7R10 130

Wed 26/89:45

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AUH

Nonstop8h 00m

Etihad Airways

Tue 1/92:10

AUH

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JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 27/7R10 298

Mon 24/89:45

JNB

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AUH

Nonstop8h 00m

Etihad Airways

Tue 25/82:10

AUH

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JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 28/7R10 314

Thu 13/89:45

JNB

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AUH

Nonstop8h 00m

Etihad Airways

Wed 19/82:10

AUH

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JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 27/7R10 398

Sat 19/99:45

JNB

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AUH

Nonstop8h 00m

Etihad Airways

Fri 25/92:05

AUH

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 29/7R10 448

Wed 21/109:45

JNB

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AUH

Nonstop8h 00m

Etihad Airways

Tue 27/102:00

AUH

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JNB

Nonstop8h 20m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 28/7R10 732

Mon 16/119:50

JNB

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AUH

Nonstop7h 55m

Etihad Airways

Wed 18/112:00

AUH

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JNB

Nonstop8h 20m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 28/7R10 749

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Price

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JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 23/8

2:10-8:20

Nonstop8h 10m

R10 130

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 25/9

2:05-8:15

Nonstop8h 10m

R10 448

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

9:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 18/11

2:00-8:20

Nonstop8h 20m

R10 598

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

9:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 13/12

2:00-8:20

Nonstop8h 20m

R10 598

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 27/9

2:10-8:20

Nonstop8h 10m

R10 598

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 25/9

2:05-8:15

Nonstop8h 10m

R10 598

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 27/10

2:00-8:20

Nonstop8h 20m

R10 732

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 29/10

2:00-8:20

Nonstop8h 20m

R10 732

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 27/10

2:00-8:20

Nonstop8h 20m

R10 732

Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/8

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

R6 687

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 29/7

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Abu Dhabi

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways 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.

8,1

Very Good

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

8,1

Very Good

8,1

Very Good

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

7,4

Good

8,1

Very Good

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

7,3

Good

8,1

Very Good

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

7,2

Good

8,1

Very Good

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

FAQ about direct flights to Abu Dhabi

How long is a direct flight to Abu Dhabi?
While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Abu Dhabi to last approximately 7h 55m on average. The quickest direct flight to Abu Dhabi at this time departs from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (7h 55m), while the longest leaves from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (7h 55m).
What is the best time of year to fly direct to Abu Dhabi?
If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Abu Dhabi, October is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. June may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Abu Dhabi, when demand is typically at its lowest.
What is the most popular direct flight origin to Abu Dhabi?
Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Abu Dhabi is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. A return direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi typically costs around R12 033.

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