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R5 037+ Cheap flights to Abu Dhabi

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— AUH
Aug 1 — Aug 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Abu Dhabi in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 2 July 2026.

Mon 27/79:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/82:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/6R8 187
Mon 27/79:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 2/82:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/6R8 220
Tue 8/914:05
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/922:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop12h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/6R8 844
Wed 28/1013:45
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 4/1122:30
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/6R9 319
Fri 20/1113:45
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/117:55
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/6R9 516
Sun 19/713:50
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop33h 15m
Air Seychelles
Sat 1/87:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Air Seychelles
Deal found 29/6R9 549
Sat 24/1014:05
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop11h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sat 31/1022:30
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/6R9 828
Sun 19/720:55
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop17h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/722:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop12h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/7R9 844
Mon 3/89:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 9/82:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/6R9 926
Sat 24/109:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 30/102:00
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/6R9 959
Mon 13/79:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/74:25
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6R10 041
Tue 8/913:30
JNB
-
AUH
2 stops32h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 14/91:30
AUH
-
JNB
2 stops34h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/6R10 074

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Find the latest flights to Abu Dhabi in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 2 July 2026.

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R8 187

One-way from

R5 037

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Average price

R9 090
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 27/7-4/8
  • Nonstop
  • 16h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
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Air Seychelles
  • Air Seychelles
  • 20/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
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JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 4/8

2:10-8:20

Nonstop8h 10m

R8 187

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/7

20:55-16:20

1 stop17h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 26/7

22:45-9:00

1 stop12h 15m

R9 844

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

20:55-10:55

1 stop12h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 22/7

4:25-13:25

1 stop11h 00m

R10 255

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

20:55-10:55

1 stop12h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 20/7

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R10 369

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

18:50-1:30

1 stop28h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 4/11

8:00-9:40

2 stops27h 40m

R10 780

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

13:30-0:25

2 stops32h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 25/9

1:30-10:30

1 stop35h 00m

R11 108

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

13:30-1:30

2 stops34h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 6/12

2:35-11:00

1 stop34h 25m

R11 272

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 31/10

7:50-12:30

1 stop30h 40m

R11 666

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 10/8

4:25-13:25

1 stop11h 00m

R12 240
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

20:55-16:20

1 stop17h 25m

R5 890

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Abu Dhabi

How long is the flight to Abu Dhabi?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi takes 10 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Abu Dhabi from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Abu Dhabi?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi are Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R8 366
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R6 507
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R6 085
Emirates
Emirates
From R11 420

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Abu Dhabi?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi are Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Egyptair.

Rainfall in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Abu Dhabi ranges from 10.0 - 20.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 20.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Abu Dhabi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Abu Dhabi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 35.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Abu Dhabi?

Booking 38 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Abu Dhabi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. 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 Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 2 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qatar Airways, 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
3 606 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 737 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 471 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 008 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

FAQs about flying to Abu Dhabi

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi?

    Booking a flight to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is your only option if you intend on flying to Abu Dhabi. It is only a 28,0 km journey from Zayed Intl to Abu Dhabi’s city centre. Zayed Intl is the only Abu Dhabi airport and it handles 3 daily flights from Johannesburg. 6 airlines have flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl on a regular basis.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Abu Dhabi if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Abu Dhabi on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Abu Dhabi?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Abu Dhabi.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Abu Dhabi?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Abu Dhabi. One-way flights to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl typically cost R3 033, while return flights cost around R8 406.

  • How much is a return flight to Abu Dhabi?

    A return flight to Abu Dhabi will typically cost around R9 330, however they can be found for as little as R8 406.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Abu Dhabi depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Abu Dhabi, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl?

    Yes. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Modern Studio in Oasis is the closest property to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (0,0 km away from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl).

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