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R3 553+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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DXB — CPT
Jan 10 — Jan 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Dubai

Discover essential information about flights departing from Dubai, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Dubai airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 11 December 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

R3 287

Cheapest round-trip flight

R7 853

Cheapest airline

flydubai

Most popular destination

Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

Good round-trip deal

R5 361 or less

Good one-way deal

R1 763 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Dubai Intl is currently to Entebbe.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Dubai Intl is currently to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
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On average, flydubai currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Dubai Intl (avg. price of R3 256).
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Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) is currently the most popular flight destination from Dubai Intl (average return price of R11 132).
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Cheapest flights from Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 11 December 2025.

Tue 13/16:55DXB - JNB
1 stop19h 30mKenya Airways
Tue 27/117:00JNB - DXB
1 stop29h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/12R8 431
Tue 24/317:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 6/423:00JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12R8 499
Thu 8/12:20DXB - JNB
1 stop24h 05mKenya Airways
Fri 16/117:00JNB - DXB
1 stop29h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/12R8 771
Sat 21/31:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Sun 5/43:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 10/12R8 822
Fri 6/32:20DXB - JNB
1 stop24h 05mKenya Airways
Wed 11/312:05JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/12R9 281
Mon 22/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Sat 10/116:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 10/12R9 706
Sat 20/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Sat 10/13:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 10/12R10 352
Mon 19/15:20DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 28/112:20JNB - DXB
2 stops21h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/12R10 913
Sun 21/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Fri 9/13:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 10/12R10 964
Fri 23/122:50DXB - CPT
1 stop20h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 3/29:00CPT - DXB
2 stops16h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/12R10 998
Sun 29/34:25DXB - CPT
1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/413:50CPT - DXB
1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12R11 049
Wed 31/124:25DXB - CPT
1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 13/113:50CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/12R11 066

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Find flights departing from Dubai that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 11 December 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 24/3

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

R8 499

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 24/3

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

R8 499

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 21/3

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R8 822

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 21/3

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R8 822

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 22/3

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R8 822

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 22/12

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/1

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R9 706

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 22/12

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R9 706

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 20/12

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/1

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R10 352

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 23/12

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R10 352

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 20/12

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R10 352

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai

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Travel insights for flights from Dubai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Dubai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight from Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dubai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai (average of R7 649). Flying from Dubai in March will prove the most costly (average of R10 063). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Dubai to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 6 December 2025.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Dubai would be wise to consider leaving during Tuesday at midday when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Friday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Dubai?

When flying from Dubai check dates and pricing for the following: South African, Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, Emirates. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Cape Town.

South African
South African
From R13 045
Emirates
Emirates
From R4 708
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R7 506
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From R7 850

What are popular destinations to fly to from Dubai?

From Dubai you can expect to find greater availability for the following destinations: London (510 flights per day), Riyadh (293 flights per day) and Jeddah (235 flights per day).

Johannesburg OR Tambo
Johannesburg OR Tambo
From R10 370
Addis Ababa Bole
Addis Ababa Bole
From R4 901
Cape Town Intl
Cape Town Intl
From R11 051

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Dubai?

The cheapest city to fly to from Dubai is Riyadh King Khaled Intl, with prices starting at R1 763. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Riyadh King Khaled Intl
Riyadh King Khaled Intl
From R1 763
Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
From R2 295
Islamabad Intl
Islamabad Intl
From R2 459
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
From R2 771

Airline reviews for flights from Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Dubai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Dubai. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andSouth African from Dubai have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 677 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
South African
7,4
Good
48 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
903 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Dubai. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 11 December 2025.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Dubai?

    The most selected flight destinations from Dubai for the current month are Mumbai, Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, Beirut. While Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, Mumbai, Kochi are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Dubai to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Dubai for as low as R1 763 to Riyadh (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R10 161 to fly from Dubai.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to anywhere?

    Looking at our data, SAUDIA, flydubai, and Oman Air have been found to have the cheapest prices from Dubai. Here are some options available: SAUDIA flights from Dubai to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (R2 059). flydubai flights from Dubai to Addis Ababa Bole (R2 514). Oman Air flights from Dubai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (R2 592).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Dubai?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from Dubai are below:
    Dubai Intl to Mumbai from R4 939
    Dubai Intl to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport from R16 241
    Dubai Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from R16 268
    Dubai Intl to Rome Fiumicino Airport from R19 232

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Dubai?

    If you’re looking to fly first-class from Dubai to anywhere, put Kuwait City on your list as prices start at R106 607 for this destination.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai?

    January is currently the cheapest month to fly from Dubai. At this moment in time March is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Dubai?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Dubai to embark to:
    Travel from Dubai to Cape Town from R10 063 round trip

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