Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi from R5 375

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 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AUH
gen. 4 — gen. 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 desembre 2025.

dc. 24/129:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
dt. 30/1210:25AUH - JNB
1 stop22h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/12R9 355
dt. 23/129:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
dt. 30/1210:25AUH - JNB
1 stop22h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/12R9 900
dt. 23/129:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
dj. 1/114:10AUH - JNB
1 stop19h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/12R9 917
dg. 21/129:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
dt. 30/1210:25AUH - JNB
1 stop22h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/12R10 546
dg. 21/129:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
dj. 1/114:10AUH - JNB
1 stop19h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/12R10 563
dv. 19/129:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
dg. 28/1210:25AUH - JNB
1 stop22h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/12R10 716
dv. 19/129:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
dj. 1/110:25AUH - JNB
1 stop22h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/12R10 733
ds. 20/129:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
dt. 30/1210:25AUH - JNB
1 stop22h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/12R11 039
dc. 3/1223:00JNB - AUH
1 stop18h 25mEthiopian Air
dt. 9/128:55AUH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/12R11 566
dj. 18/1219:10JNB - AUH
1 stop28h 10mTurkish Airlines
dj. 25/127:55AUH - JNB
1 stop28h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/12R11 617
dc. 24/129:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
dv. 26/122:05AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/12R12 264

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

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 5 desembre 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 168

One-way from

R5 375

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 026
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/3-25/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R15 051 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 353 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Route

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Return

Price

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dg. 18/1

14:30-3:10

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

ds. 24/1

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R10 308

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ds. 17/1

23:00-19:25

1 stop18h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

dv. 23/1

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R10 529

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dl. 19/1

9:25-3:50

3 stops16h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

dl. 26/1

23:40-8:40

1 stop11h 00m

R11 975

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dl. 19/1

7:30-3:50

2 stops18h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

dl. 26/1

18:55-3:55

1 stop11h 00m

R11 975

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ds. 14/3

9:25-3:50

3 stops16h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

ds. 28/3

22:30-15:20

1 stop18h 50m

R12 094

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dc. 15/4

20:40-12:20

1 stop13h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

dj. 30/4

22:45-14:35

3 stops17h 50m

R12 094

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dt. 10/3

20:35-3:50

2 stops29h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

dc. 25/3

23:40-8:40

1 stop11h 00m

R12 162

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dj. 25/12

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

ds. 27/12

8:55-3:55

1 stop21h 00m

R12 621

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dv. 30/1

10:10-3:10

2 stops15h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

dt. 3/2

8:55-20:10

1 stop13h 15m

R12 774

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dt. 13/1

13:45-3:50

1 stop12h 05m

R5 375

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 28 November 2025.

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 58 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi (average of R5 205). Flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 386). 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 5 desembre 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Abu Dhabi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 92 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday 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 21% of flights being delayed.

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 5 desembre 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad 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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

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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. 6 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 4 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi in 10h 40m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6294 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi round-trip?

    Currently priced at R6 415, 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 R6 750 and R7 309, respectively. These flights start at 34% 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 312 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Seychelles from R5 271 and Egyptair from R5 461 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

    Consider TAP AIR PORTUGAL (100%), Etihad Airways (88%) or Scandinavian Airlines (76%) 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 R5 276. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for R7 943 on average, our data indicates R22 039 when flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi (average of R5 205). Flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 386). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 411AverageR8 970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 750AverageR10 483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR7 310AverageR9 870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 930AverageR9 797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air SeychellesCheapestR9 607AverageR10 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 577AverageR12 473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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