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Mar 24 — Mar 311
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Flights to Dubai, United Arab Emirates in 2024

Find the latest flights to Dubai in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 627 077 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R10 147

Return from

R9 053

One-way from

R6 582
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in March 2024
From Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Dubai Intl (DXB)

Average price of flights to Dubai by month

Plan your trip to Dubai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Dubai is currently R0 while a return flight costs R0. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Dubai (average of R483). Flying to Dubai in December will prove the most costly (average of R615). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R10 713

February

R9 845

March

R9 487

April

R9 883

May

R9 110

June

R9 336

July

R10 958

August

R11 014

September

R10 807

October

R10 618

November

R10 486

December

R11 599

Peak season:

Dubai’s winter, which spans from December through March, is its peak tourism season since temperatures are cooler than those prominent in the hot summers. You may find that flight prices are at their most expensive during this time of the year, but it may be well worth flying to Dubai during the peak season if you’re planning on doing a lot of outdoor sightseeing.

Off season:

Flight prices may be lower from June through September, which is when Dubai experiences its summer. Don’t be put off by scorching temperatures if you want to take advantage of the great flight rates during the off season though: almost all buildings in Dubai are air conditioned, and they even have an indoor ski center to accommodate adrenaline junkies in the heat of summer!

Temperature and rainfall in Dubai by month

Plan your trip to Dubai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DXB

Temperature

18 - 35 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dubai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August 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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

Depending on what exactly you’re looking to see and experience during your time in Dubai, there may be various times ideal for flying here. If you’re a shopaholic of sorts, the best time to fly to Dubai would be early January so that you’ll get to experience the Dubai Shopping Festival. Golf fans might want to consider flying to Dubai during the month of February so that they’ll have the opportunity of attending the Dubai Desert Classic world class golfing event. If you’re just a tourists looking to land the cheapest flight deals to Dubai however, your best shot would be by booking a flight to Dubai for the months of June or July.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Dubai should consider flying on Wednesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated 19 March 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Kenya Airways, South African and Ethiopian Air to Dubai to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

8,1
Very Good
56 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7,8
Good
2 183 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7,8
Good
1 720 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7,7
Good
4 578 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

It is said to be one of the most sophisticated, glamorous, and spectacular urban destinations in the world and Dubai definitely aims to keep its reputation up! The city has morphed from being a small Gulf trading center to being one of the most futuristic locations tourists can visit these days. From the towering Burj Khalifa to the captivating Palm Jumeirah Island, the excellent restaurants to the extravagant themed shopping malls, Dubai is arguably the world’s most iconic 21st-century tourist destination!

What is good to know if travelling to Dubai?

  • Shopping fanatics should make their way to the Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping complex, boasting a complete collection of boutique stores and fashion brand shops!
  • Dubai might be one of the most intriguing cities in the world. If you’re short on time however, find out how to explore Dubai in a mere 8 hours.
  • History buffs should head over to Bastakia Quarter, also known as the Al-Fahidi neighborhood. Built in the 19th century, this old part of the city is renowned for its Arabian architecture, evocative of a bygone and slower-paced age of Dubai’s rich history.
  • How long is the flight to Dubai ?

    Johannesburg to Dubai 8 hours, 10 minutes Durban to Dubai 8 hours, 20 minutes Cape Town to Dubai 9 hours, 25 minutes

  • Which airlines operate flights to Dubai ?

    When it comes to selecting an airline to use for your trip to Dubai, there are quite a few options available to you. Aegean Airlines, Jet Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Air India, and Air Algerie are but five of the various major airlines all operating cheap flights to and from Dubai. You can compare flight prices from each of these airlines and then consider whether more onboard comfort or an economy price tag ranks higher for your flight needs, which will then help you determine the ideal carrier for your travels.

  • How to get from the airport to the city center?

    The Dubai International Airport is located 4.6 kilometers outside of the city center. You can easily get to the heart of the city by using the Dubai Metro bus services. Alternatively, you may also make use of one of the other buses or the various taxis parked outside of the arrival terminals at the airport. Keep in mind that you should also enquire with the hotel you are staying with to find out whether they offer a complimentary shuttle service from the airport to their premises.

  • What does DXB mean?

    Dubai Intl Airport is DXB. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Dubai?

    Most people fly into Dubai Intl (DXB) if they book a flight to Dubai. Dubai Intl is conveniently located just 10,9 km from Dubai’s city centre. There are 4 flights from Cape Town to Dubai Intl per day from 7 different airlines.

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