Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi from R5 545
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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AUH
May 9 — May 161
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in September or February, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday
Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.
Cheapest
Best
Direct
Last-minute
One-way
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 9 April 2026.
Wed 2/1221:45
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sun 6/122:00
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R8 268
Sun 29/119:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 8/1214:35
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop18h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R8 498
Fri 3/720:55
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop12h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 21/85:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop11h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R8 941
Sat 1/814:45
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop11h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 8/818:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R9 334
Mon 30/1113:45
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop12h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/1217:55
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop12h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R9 351
Mon 14/914:45
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sat 3/1017:40
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop12h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/4R9 679
Mon 30/119:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 6/122:00
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 237
Mon 1/69:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5/62:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R10 253
Wed 2/1219:05
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop28h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 6/122:20
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4R10 286
Fri 22/59:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 28/52:05
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 302
Best flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 9 April 2026.
Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 2/102:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4R10 253
Mon 4/58:20
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 7/54:25
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop10h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/4R13 452
Mon 14/915:05
JNB
-
AUH
2 stops24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/1018:45
AUH
-
JNB
3 stops21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4R13 747
Sat 1/89:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/82:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R11 041
Tue 19/58:20
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 26/58:55
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/4R13 501
Fri 22/58:20
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 29/58:55
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/4R14 075
Sun 24/58:20
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 31/58:55
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/4R14 535
Fri 1/514:30
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop10h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 4/58:55
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/4R14 978
Wed 29/45:30
JNB
-
AUH
2 stops43h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 1/58:55
AUH
-
JNB
2 stops41h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/4R15 158
Direct flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Explore direct flight options from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 9 April 2026.
Mon 1/69:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5/62:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R10 253
Fri 22/59:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 28/52:05
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 302
Fri 8/59:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/72:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 417
Fri 3/79:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 20/82:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R10 450
Sat 1/89:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/82:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R11 041
Last-minute flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Discover last-minute flight deals from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. Data last updated 9 April 2026 and is based on user searches.
Wed 15/48:20
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 30/48:55
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/4R13 468
Fri 1/513:50
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/52:05
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4R14 240
Mon 4/58:20
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 7/54:25
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop10h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/4R13 452
Fri 8/59:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/72:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 417
Tue 19/58:20
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 26/58:55
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/4R13 501
Wed 20/58:20
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 27/58:55
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/4R13 518
Fri 22/59:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 28/52:05
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 302
Fri 22/513:30
JNB
-
AUH
2 stops32h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 28/51:30
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop35h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/4R13 272
Fri 22/58:20
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 29/58:55
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/4R14 075
One-way flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Search for one-way flight options from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 April 2026.
Tue 5/513:50
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop33h 15m
Air Seychelles
Deal found 8/4R5 545
Fri 1/513:50
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop33h 15m
Air Seychelles
Deal found 8/4R5 906
Sat 9/513:30
JNB
-
AUH
2 stops32h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R7 628
Sat 9/59:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R7 825
Fri 8/59:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R7 924
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R7 940
Sun 3/59:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R7 973
Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R7 989
Mon 4/521:45
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop15h 45m
Egyptair
Deal found 8/4R8 104
Tue 28/419:50
JNB
-
AUH
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4R8 285
Wed 6/513:30
JNB
-
AUH
2 stops32h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R8 744
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 9 April 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 14/9
9:50-19:45
Nonstop7h 55m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 2/10
2:10-8:20
Nonstop8h 10m
R10 253
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 1/8
9:50-19:45
Nonstop7h 55m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 7/8
2:10-8:20
Nonstop8h 10m
R11 041
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 4/5
8:20-3:10
1 stop16h 50m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Thu 7/5
4:25-13:05
1 stop10h 40m
R13 452
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 19/5
8:20-3:10
1 stop16h 50m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Tue 26/5
8:55-20:10
1 stop13h 15m
R13 501
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 14/9
15:05-17:20
2 stops24h 15m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sat 3/10
18:45-13:45
3 stops21h 00m
R13 747
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 22/5
8:20-3:10
1 stop16h 50m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 29/5
8:55-20:10
1 stop13h 15m
R14 075
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 24/5
8:20-3:10
1 stop16h 50m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sun 31/5
8:55-20:10
1 stop13h 15m
R14 535
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 1/5
14:30-3:10
1 stop10h 40m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Mon 4/5
8:55-20:10
1 stop13h 15m
R14 978
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 29/4
5:30-3:10
2 stops43h 40m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 1/5
8:55-0:05
2 stops41h 10m
R15 158
Cheapest one-way
JohannesburgAbu Dhabi
JNB - AUH
JNBAUH
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 9/5
13:30-0:25
2 stops32h 55m
R7 628
Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.
Deals found on 6/4
Showing 1-10 of 17 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
ZA1-AUH
JNB-AUH
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
ZA1-AUH
JNB-AUH
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 3 April 2026.
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 020). Flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 695). 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 9 April 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?
How often are flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi delayed?
About 17% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Abu Dhabi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 93 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 morning 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 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 17% 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 9 April 2026.
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.
This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
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 0 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 7h 55m. Fly via Etihad Airways or Ethiopian Air 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 173, 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 Egyptair - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R6 514 and R8 247, respectively. These flights start at 35% 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 082 on Egyptair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from R4 293 and Air Seychelles from R5 084 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?
Consider Etihad Airways (73%), Scandinavian Airlines (73%) or China Eastern (73%) 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 378. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for R8 941 on average, our data indicates R18 361 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi (average of R5 020). Flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 695). 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.
Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip
Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.
Abu Dhabi flight routes
Alternative routes
Complete your trip
Direct flights to United Arab Emirates
Flights by cabin class
Other flight options
Popular flights
Other flights to Abu Dhabi
Explore flights to Abu Dhabi departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 9 April 2026.
Top 6 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 April 2026.
Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.
How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?
900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg today with Cheapflights!
Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?
Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.
Can Cheapflights find flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi with no change fees?
Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi with no change fees.
Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi become cheaper?
Of course! You can now track prices for flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals above to set up your price alerts.
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book With Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees.
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.
We value your privacy
Cheapflights and its partners wish to use cookies or similar technologies to store and/or access information on and about your device and process personal data such as your IP address, device identifiers etc., in order to improve your experience on the site, to analyse navigation, to offer and measure personalised advertising, and to facilitate sharing on social networks. We also allow the use of third-party cookies (including those from our advertising partners) on our sites.
By clicking 'Accept', you consent to your data being processed by 0 vendors on this web site for the purposes described in this notice. You can review the vendors and their individual processing purposes on the .
To review individual processing purposes and cookie categories, please click ’Select individual purposes’. You can review your choices and withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the ’Privacy Preferences’ link in the page side navigation.