R6 430+ Direct flights to Dubai, United Arab Emirates

This is the cheapest price on a non-stop flight to Dubai found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DXB
Jan 3 — Jan 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Dubai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 4 December 2025.

Fri 23/113:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Thu 29/14:10DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Deal found 2/12R10 036
Fri 16/122:20JNB - DXB
Nonstop7h 55mEmirates
Sun 25/123:25DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 2/12R10 053
Tue 12/513:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Sun 17/54:05DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 4/12R10 087
Sun 18/122:20JNB - DXB
Nonstop7h 55mEmirates
Fri 30/14:10DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Deal found 2/12R10 325
Fri 16/113:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Fri 23/123:25DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 2/12R10 563
Fri 6/210:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 00mEmirates
Thu 12/223:25DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 2/12R10 580
Fri 9/110:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 00mEmirates
Sun 18/110:10DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 25mEmirates
Deal found 3/12R10 597
Thu 19/218:50JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Sun 22/214:25DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 4/12R10 665
Sun 18/122:20JNB - DXB
Nonstop7h 55mEmirates
Sun 25/110:10DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 25mEmirates
Deal found 4/12R10 682
Fri 3/422:20JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 00mEmirates
Fri 10/49:55DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Deal found 3/12R10 699
Sun 11/118:50JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Mon 19/123:25DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 4/12R10 818

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

10:25-20:25

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sun 18/1

10:10-16:35

Nonstop8h 25m

R10 597

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Mon 27/4

14:40-20:50

Nonstop8h 10m

R10 665

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 10/4

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

R10 699

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

13:25-23:40

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sat 28/3

4:10-10:25

Nonstop8h 15m

R10 920

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

10:25-20:25

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sun 29/3

23:20-5:30

Nonstop8h 10m

R12 434

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

18:50-5:05

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 26/1

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

R12 451

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

10:25-20:25

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 17/3

23:25-5:35

Nonstop8h 10m

R12 451

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

10:25-20:25

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 27/1

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

R12 451

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

10:25-20:25

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Mon 19/1

10:10-16:35

Nonstop8h 25m

R12 451

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

10:25-20:25

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Mon 16/2

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

R12 451

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide direct flights 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 4 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, RwandAir, andSouth African 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.

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

FAQ about direct flights to Dubai

Find answers to frequently asked questions about direct flights to Dubai to unlock the best deals on Cheapflights.
  • How much are direct flights to Dubai?

    On average, a one-way direct flight to Dubai will cost users approximately R27 488. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Dubai, you can expect to pay around R56 148.

  • Which airlines fly direct to Dubai?

    At the moment, Emirates, South African, Ethiopian Air, RwandAir, Qatar Airways, Kenya Airways, Air Tanzania, Etihad Airways, Egyptair, Turkish Airlines offer direct flights to Dubai. Emirates is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Dubai.

  • How long is a direct flight to Dubai?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Dubai to last approximately 8h 31m on average. The quickest direct flight to Dubai at this time departs from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (7h 55m), while the longest leaves from Cape Town (9h 25m).

  • What is the best time of year to fly direct to Dubai?

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Dubai, February is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. August may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Dubai, when demand is typically at its lowest.

  • What is the most popular direct flight origin to Dubai?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Dubai is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. A return direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai typically costs around R30 705.

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