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R5 052+ Cheap flights to Abu Dhabi

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— AUH
Oct 15 — Oct 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Flights to Abu Dhabi in 2025

Find the latest flights to Abu Dhabi in 2025, 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 15 September 2025.

Return from

R6 841

One-way from

R5 052

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 514
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 29/10-4/11
  • Nonstop
  • 16h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R15 318 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 058 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 September 2025.

Wed 29/109:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 4/112:05AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/9R6 841
Thu 2/108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 8/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9R6 858
Mon 13/1014:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 22/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9R6 893
Fri 17/108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 23/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9R6 927
Mon 13/1014:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 24/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9R6 945
Sun 12/108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 23/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9R6 997
Mon 15/99:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 18/92:10AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R7 014
Tue 14/1014:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 18/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9R7 049
Sun 12/1014:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 21/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9R7 066
Tue 14/108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 24/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9R7 136
Sat 11/108:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9R7 188
Sun 12/1014:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 19/104:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9R7 257

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/10

14:30-3:10

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 25/10

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R7 136

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/10

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 20/10

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R7 188

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/10

14:30-3:10

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 24/10

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R7 431

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

14:30-3:10

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 5/11

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R7 535

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/10

9:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 17/10

2:10-8:20

Nonstop8h 10m

R7 622

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

14:30-3:10

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 25/10

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 247

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

23:00-3:10

1 stop26h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 3/11

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 559

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

9:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 22/10

2:10-8:20

Nonstop8h 10m

R8 941

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 19/10

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R8 959

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/10

9:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 22/10

2:10-8:20

Nonstop8h 10m

R9 011

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Best time to book a flight to Abu Dhabi

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Abu Dhabi

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

Booking 58 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.

How long is the flight to Abu Dhabi?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi takes 7 hours 55 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.

Weekly flight availability to Abu Dhabi

The most flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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

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

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R433
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R398
Emirates
Emirates
From R681
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R450

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Abu Dhabi?

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

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).

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 15 September 2025.
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
3 334 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 624 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 250 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
861 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Egyptair
6,5
Okay
366 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

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 5 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, Etihad Airways 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 R874, while return flights cost around R1 216.

  • How much is a return flight to Abu Dhabi?

    A return flight to Abu Dhabi will typically cost around R435, however they can be found for as little as R70.

  • 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 (7 hours 55 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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