Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Monday
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 October 2026.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?
The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 87 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi (average of R8 861). Flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 311). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to AUH?
Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 October 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi as you normally would.
How often are flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Abu Dhabi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 115 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights?
Over the past year, Etihad Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.
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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 20 October 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg?
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH), located 28,0 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. 5 airlines have flights to Zayed Intl from Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi round-trip?
Currently priced at R6 072, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R8 458 and R8 579, respectively. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R4 443 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Seychelles from R4 486 and Etihad Airways from R4 921 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?
Consider Etihad Airways (89%), Scandinavian Airlines (89%) or China Eastern (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi.
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R4 842. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for R9 601 on average, our data indicates R24 271 when flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi (average of R8 861). Flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 311). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
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