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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 18 September 2026.

Mon 9/1113:25 -

Nonstop8h 15m

Sat 14/114:10 -

Nonstop8h 15m

Deal found 15/9R9 981

Thu 1/1022:20 -

Nonstop8h 00m

Thu 8/1023:20 -

Nonstop8h 10m

Deal found 15/9R10 013

Sat 24/1013:30 -

Nonstop8h 10m

Sat 31/1023:25 -

Nonstop8h 10m

Deal found 15/9R10 078

Mon 28/910:05 -

Nonstop8h 10m

Wed 28/1014:25 -

Nonstop8h 10m

Deal found 16/9R10 111

Fri 2/1013:30 -

Nonstop8h 10m

Fri 9/1023:20 -

Nonstop8h 10m

Deal found 17/9R10 257

Sun 1/1118:50 -

Nonstop8h 15m

Sun 8/1114:25 -

Nonstop8h 10m

Deal found 18/9R10 274

Thu 1/1022:20 -

Nonstop8h 00m

Wed 7/1014:25 -

Nonstop8h 10m

Deal found 15/9R10 339

Tue 17/1110:25 -

Nonstop8h 00m

Thu 26/1110:10 -

Nonstop8h 25m

Deal found 18/9R10 469

Mon 2/1113:25 -

Nonstop8h 15m

Mon 9/1123:25 -

Nonstop8h 10m

Deal found 18/9R10 485

Fri 30/1013:25 -

Nonstop8h 15m

Fri 6/1110:10 -

Nonstop8h 25m

Deal found 15/9R10 501

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ZA1-DXB

JNB-DXB

Estimated return price

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

13:30-23:40

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 405

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 405

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

13:30-23:40

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 437

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 518

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

13:25-23:40

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 535

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 551

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

18:50-5:05

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 551

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 616

Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

22:20-8:15

Nonstop7h 55m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 730

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

10:25-20:25

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 779

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 15/9

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Dubai

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,South African, andQatar 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

6,0

Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

8,1

Very Good

8,1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

7,7

Good

8,1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

7,3

Good

8,1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

7,2

Good

8,1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

6,7

Okay

8,1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

FAQ about direct flights to Dubai

How much are direct flights to Dubai?
On average, a one-way direct flight to Dubai will cost users approximately R31 164. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Dubai, you can expect to pay around R58 025.
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 30m 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 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. May 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 R64 171.

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