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R5 033+ Cheap flights to Abu Dhabi

— AUH
Oct 7 — Oct 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Abu Dhabi in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Abu Dhabi

Fri 18/98:20 -
1 stop16h 50m
Mon 21/94:25 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 4/9R7 494
Fri 2/1014:30 -
1 stop10h 40m
Fri 9/104:25 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 4/9R7 510
Thu 1/108:20 -
1 stop16h 50m
Thu 15/104:25 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 6/9R7 605
Mon 7/914:30 -
1 stop10h 40m
Tue 15/94:25 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 3/9R7 621
Fri 2/108:20 -
1 stop16h 50m
Sat 10/104:25 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 7/9R7 685
Sun 6/98:20 -
1 stop16h 50m
Tue 15/94:25 -
1 stop11h 05m
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Mon 23/1114:30 -
1 stop10h 40m
Sun 29/114:25 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 5/9R8 005
Sat 26/99:45 -
Nonstop8h 00m
Mon 23/112:00 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 7/9R8 820
Sat 5/99:45 -
Nonstop8h 00m
Wed 16/92:10 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 3/9R8 852
Thu 1/109:45 -
Nonstop8h 00m
Wed 14/102:10 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 6/9R8 884
Mon 16/119:50 -
Nonstop7h 55m
Sun 22/112:00 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 3/9R8 948

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R7 494

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R5 033

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R8 165
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/9-21/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
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Air Seychelles
  • Air Seychelles
  • 27/9-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
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JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 976

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 519

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 286

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/9

21:45-15:30

1 stop15h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 653

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 21/9

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R7 973

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

14:30-14:05

3 stops45h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 037

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 9/10

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R8 037

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

9:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 29/11

2:00-8:20

Nonstop8h 20m

R9 619

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

9:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 29/11

2:00-8:20

Nonstop8h 20m

R9 619

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

14:30-7:00

2 stops14h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 635

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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 333
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R6 308
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R5 908
Emirates
Emirates
From R11 444

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 Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in Abu Dhabi 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

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 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
3 653 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 734 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 533 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 040 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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.

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 2 daily flights from Johannesburg. 4 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 R2 367, while return flights cost around R6 984.

  • How much is a return flight to Abu Dhabi?

    A return flight to Abu Dhabi will typically cost around R25 649, however they can be found for as little as R6 984.

  • 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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