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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi from R5 290

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 21/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AUH
May 17 — May 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 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 14/4R8 434
Wed 1/720:55
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop17h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 31/75:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop11h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R8 746
Tue 30/620:55
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop12h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 15/75:45
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop11h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R8 975
Mon 30/1113:45
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop12h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/1218:55
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop11h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R9 368
Mon 2/1113:45
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/115:20
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop12h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/4R9 417
Mon 2/119:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 14/112:00
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4R10 236
Wed 1/79:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 30/72:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4R10 252
Thu 19/119:50
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop7h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 22/112:00
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4R10 826

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 860

One-way from

R5 290

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R10 727

Good round-trip deal

R9 148 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 824 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/7-31/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R13 413 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 261 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 17 April 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

20:55-16:20

1 stop17h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 31/7

5:45-15:20

1 stop11h 35m

R8 746

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

20:55-10:55

1 stop12h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 15/7

5:45-15:20

1 stop11h 35m

R8 975
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

9:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 30/7

2:10-8:20

Nonstop8h 10m

R10 252

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

15:05-16:20

2 stops23h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 31/7

5:45-15:20

1 stop11h 35m

R11 726

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

17:50-0:25

1 stop28h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 9/6

1:30-10:30

1 stop35h 00m

R11 759

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

17:50-0:25

1 stop28h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 7/6

1:30-10:30

1 stop35h 00m

R11 759

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 17/5

8:55-20:10

1 stop13h 15m

R13 724

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 13/5

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R13 741
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

17:50-0:25

1 stop28h 35m

R7 108

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

13:30-0:25

2 stops32h 55m

R7 697

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi is 58 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of R8 500). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 088). 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 OR Tambo 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 17 April 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

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 17 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

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?
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

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?
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

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?
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 432 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

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?
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

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 OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi, you will be flying into Zayed Intl. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is just 28,0 km from the centre vof the city. Zayed Intl is the only Abu Dhabi airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 6 airlines have flights to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

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

    A quick flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi can take about 7h 55m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 252. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi is about 6294 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at R6 162, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 503 and R8 234, respectively. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Egyptair, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R4 075. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Air Seychelles, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi are Etihad Airways (50%), Scandinavian Airlines (50%) and China Eastern (50%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi? While on average our users pay R19 326, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R4 371. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl), is priced around R8 860.

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

    The most popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi is Doha.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi flights have a stopover in Addis Ababa the least frequently.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of R8 500). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 088). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 162AverageR8 449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 503AverageR9 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 234AverageR8 713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 301AverageR10 039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR9 250AverageR10 012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 314AverageR11 988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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