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R6 326+ 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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DXB
Apr 27 — May 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Dubai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 28 March 2026.

Fri 8/510:05
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Fri 15/514:25
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 24/3R10 018
Sun 12/422:20
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 00m
Emirates
Sun 19/423:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/3R10 087
Tue 14/419:10
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 15m
Emirates
Sun 19/49:55
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 26/3R10 121
Wed 29/422:20
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 00m
Emirates
Tue 5/523:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 27/3R10 309
Thu 23/410:05
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Mon 27/423:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 28/3R10 343
Wed 5/819:10
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 15m
Emirates
Fri 14/814:25
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 27/3R10 395
Sun 30/813:30
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Mon 7/99:55
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 24/3R10 429
Wed 24/610:05
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Thu 2/723:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 27/3R10 548
Sun 10/519:10
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 15m
Emirates
Sun 17/54:05
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/3R10 651
Sat 9/513:30
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Sat 16/523:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/3R10 685

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sat 2/5

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

R11 626

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Thu 7/5

4:05-10:15

Nonstop8h 10m

R12 497
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Mon 18/5

23:20-5:30

Nonstop8h 10m

R12 497

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 8/6

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

R12 532

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

10:05-20:15

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Fri 24/4

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

R12 532

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

13:30-23:40

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Sat 16/5

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

R12 566

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

13:30-23:40

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Sat 23/5

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

R12 566
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

R6 326
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

R6 394

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

R6 428

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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 28 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,South African, 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 547 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 547 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 547 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 547 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 431 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 547 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
984 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 547 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
301 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 547 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

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 R32 948. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Dubai, you can expect to pay around R64 716.

  • Which airlines fly direct to Dubai?

    At the moment, Emirates, South African 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 33m on average. The quickest direct flight to Dubai at this time departs from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (8h 00m), while the longest leaves from Cape Town (9h 20m).

  • 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. February 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 Cape Town. A return direct flight from Cape Town to Dubai typically costs around R134 451.

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