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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 6 May 2026.

Sat 16/522:20

JNB

-

DXB

Nonstop8h 00m

Emirates

Sat 23/514:25

DXB

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Emirates

Deal found 1/5R10 263

Thu 11/619:10

JNB

-

DXB

Nonstop8h 15m

Emirates

Tue 16/614:25

DXB

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Emirates

Deal found 5/5R10 279

Sun 17/522:20

JNB

-

DXB

Nonstop8h 00m

Emirates

Sun 24/54:05

DXB

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Emirates

Deal found 2/5R10 380

Mon 18/522:20

JNB

-

DXB

Nonstop8h 00m

Emirates

Thu 21/54:05

DXB

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Emirates

Deal found 3/5R10 396

Mon 18/510:05

JNB

-

DXB

Nonstop8h 10m

Emirates

Mon 25/54:05

DXB

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Emirates

Deal found 1/5R10 497

Tue 19/519:10

JNB

-

DXB

Nonstop8h 15m

Emirates

Fri 22/514:25

DXB

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Emirates

Deal found 5/5R10 597

Tue 16/613:30

JNB

-

DXB

Nonstop8h 10m

Emirates

Tue 23/69:55

DXB

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 20m

Emirates

Deal found 5/5R10 630

Wed 3/619:10

JNB

-

DXB

Nonstop8h 15m

Emirates

Wed 10/614:25

DXB

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Emirates

Deal found 2/5R10 714

Tue 19/522:20

JNB

-

DXB

Nonstop8h 00m

Emirates

Tue 26/59:55

DXB

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 20m

Emirates

Deal found 2/5R10 731

Wed 20/519:10

JNB

-

DXB

Nonstop8h 15m

Emirates

Wed 27/514:25

DXB

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Emirates

Deal found 3/5R10 748

Thu 21/513:30

JNB

-

DXB

Nonstop8h 10m

Emirates

Thu 28/59:55

DXB

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 20m

Emirates

Deal found 4/5R10 764

Wed 17/622:20

JNB

-

DXB

Nonstop8h 00m

Emirates

Wed 24/623:20

DXB

-

JNB

Nonstop8h 10m

Emirates

Deal found 2/5R10 848

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

10:05-20:15

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Thu 17/9

4:05-10:15

Nonstop8h 10m

R10 597

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 10/6

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

R10 714

Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Mon 25/5

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

R10 982

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

10:05-20:15

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Mon 29/6

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

R11 650

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

13:30-23:40

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Thu 17/9

23:20-5:30

Nonstop8h 10m

R12 787

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

10:05-20:15

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Mon 22/6

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

R12 820

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

10:05-20:15

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

Sun 20/9

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

R12 854

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 12/6

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

R12 870

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 2/6

4:05-10:15

Nonstop8h 10m

R12 870

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/6

4:05-10:15

Nonstop8h 10m

R12 887

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Deals found on 4/5

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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, 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,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

8,1

Very Good

8,1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

7,6

Good

8,1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

7,3

Good

8,1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

7,2

Good

8,1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

6,7

Okay

8,1

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

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 R36 436. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Dubai, you can expect to pay around R51 238.
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 R62 892.

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