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R4 845+ Cheap flights to Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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 18/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DXB
Sep 18 — Sep 251
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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 582 085 searches and data was last updated on 13 September 2024.

Return from

R6 329

One-way from

R4 845

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R10 209
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/10-8/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Dubai
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 18/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Dubai
High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in September 2024

Cheap flights to Dubai, United Arab Emirates in September & October 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Dubai in September and October 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 582 085 searches and data was last updated on 13 September 2024.
These are some of the cheapest-priced fares users can find on flights departing to Dubai in September and October 2024. Check back soon for alternative prices as deals update often.
Tue 1/108:15JNB - DXB
1 stop16h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 8/105:40DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/9R6 329
Fri 11/1017:20JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 10mRwandAir
Fri 18/101:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 12/9R8 403
Fri 4/1019:10JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Wed 9/109:55DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Deal found 12/9R9 601
Thu 10/101:15JNB - DXB
1 stop20h 10mKenya Airways
Sat 19/106:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/9R9 637
Sun 22/91:15JNB - DXB
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/117:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9R10 870
Mon 28/109:35JNB - DXB
3 stops16h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 6/1123:25DXB - JNB
1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/9R11 854
Wed 18/912:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mUganda Airlines
Thu 19/96:30DXB - JNB
1 stop15h 10mUganda Airlines
Deal found 13/9R12 444
Tue 1/1013:35JNB - DXB
1 stop12h 50mAir Mauritius
Wed 16/1010:05DXB - JNB
1 stop27h 45mAir Mauritius
Deal found 12/9R12 926
Sun 13/1012:55HLA - DXB
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 19/1010:15DXB - HLA
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9R15 143

Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Dubai in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 582 085 searches and data were last updated on 13 September 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing to Dubai in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 1/108:15JNB - DXB
1 stop16h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 8/105:40DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/9R6 329
Fri 11/1017:20JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 10mRwandAir
Fri 18/101:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 12/9R8 403
Tue 5/118:50JNB - DXB
1 stop17h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 12/1111:50DXB - JNB
1 stop28h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/9R9 547
Fri 4/1019:10JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Wed 9/109:55DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Deal found 12/9R9 601
Thu 10/101:15JNB - DXB
1 stop20h 10mKenya Airways
Sat 19/106:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/9R9 637
Sun 22/91:15JNB - DXB
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/117:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9R10 870
Sun 13/1012:55HLA - DXB
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 19/1010:15DXB - HLA
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9R15 143

Flights to Dubai, United Arab Emirates departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Dubai, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 582 085 searches and data was last updated on 13 September 2024.
If you're looking for a last-minute flight to Dubai, consider booking one of these fares. Make sure the flight you book matches the day, time, and destination you're looking for.
Thu 19/98:15JNB - DXB
1 stop16h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 26/917:10DXB - JNB
1 stop28h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/9R8 153
Sun 22/91:15JNB - DXB
1 stop25h 20mKenya Airways
Sun 12/12:20DXB - JNB
1 stop23h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/9R10 101
Fri 20/93:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Wed 6/111:50DXB - JNB
2 stops15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 12/9R10 155
Sun 22/91:15JNB - DXB
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/117:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9R10 870
Wed 18/912:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mUganda Airlines
Thu 19/96:30DXB - JNB
1 stop15h 10mUganda Airlines
Deal found 13/9R12 444
Mon 23/919:10JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mSouth African
Tue 7/14:10DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mSouth African
Deal found 12/9R13 606
Wed 18/918:50JNB - DXB
2 stops26h 10mAir France
Tue 24/90:40DXB - JNB
2 stops22h 40mAir France
Deal found 13/9R21 097
Fri 20/98:20JNB - DXB
2 stops36h 15mLufthansa
Sun 29/90:50DXB - JNB
1 stop33h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 12/9R37 474
Sat 21/912:55HLA - DXB
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/1110:40DXB - HLA
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9R100 228

One-way flights to Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Explore one-way flight options to Dubai for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 582 085 searches and data was last updated on 13 September 2024.
Choose from one of these one-way flights departing to Dubai. Reserve a round-trip flight to Dubai instead by utilizing the search form above.
Mon 18/1112:45JNB - DXB
1 stop19h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/9R4 845
Sun 6/1017:00JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/9R5 185
Sun 6/1016:00JNB - DXB
2 stops14h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 12/9R5 542
Mon 18/1121:45JNB - DXB
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9R6 687
Sun 29/913:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Deal found 12/9R7 741
Sun 6/1019:10JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mSouth African
Deal found 12/9R8 206
Mon 18/119:40HLA - DXB
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9R10 602
Thu 26/124:00JNB - DXB
2 stops33h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R10 781
Wed 18/912:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mUganda Airlines
Deal found 12/9R19 112

Direct flights to Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Fri 4/1019:10JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Wed 9/109:55DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Deal found 12/9R9 601
Mon 23/919:10JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mSouth African
Tue 7/14:10DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mSouth African
Deal found 12/9R13 606
Thu 3/1022:20JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/1014:40DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9R20 936

Find flights to Dubai within your budget

Locate flights to Dubai that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 582 085 searches and data was last updated on 13 September 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

R6 329 - R15 143

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Johannesburg OR TamboDubai Intl

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/10

1 stop16h 40m

Dubai Intl

Tue 8/10

1 stop16h 20m

R6 329

Johannesburg OR TamboDubai Intl

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/10

1 stop13h 10m

Dubai Intl

Fri 18/10

1 stop14h 00m

R8 403

Johannesburg OR TamboDubai Intl

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/11

1 stop17h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 12/11

1 stop28h 55m

R9 547

Johannesburg OR TamboDubai Intl

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/10

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 9/10

Nonstop8h 20m

R9 601

Johannesburg OR TamboDubai Intl

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/10

1 stop20h 10m

Dubai Intl

Sat 19/10

1 stop10h 55m

R9 637

Johannesburg OR TamboDubai Intl

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/1

1 stop21h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sun 2/2

1 stop12h 45m

R10 691

Johannesburg LanseriaDubai Intl

HLA - DXB

HLADXB

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sun 13/10

1 stop14h 05m

Dubai Intl

Sat 19/10

1 stop12h 40m

R15 143

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Deals found on 12/9

Best time to book a flight to Dubai

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Travel insights for flights to Dubai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Dubai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 6 September 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.

How long is the flight to Dubai?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai takes 11 hours 0 minutes. Flights to Dubai from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 8 September 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Dubai should consider flying on Thursday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Dubai

The most flights from Johannesburg to Dubai are scheduled on a Wednesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Dubai?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Dubai are Air Algerie, Egyptair and SAUDIA.

Rainfall in Dubai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dubai ranges from 10.0 - 40.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 40.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Dubai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Dubai by month

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

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).

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 13 September 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS, Air France and Emirates 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
3 621 reviews

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

8,1
Very Good
3 621 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 621 reviews

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

8,0
Very Good
125 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 621 reviews

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

7,7
Good
38 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 621 reviews

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

7,6
Good
3 986 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 621 reviews

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

7,3
Good
774 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 621 reviews

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

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!

  • When is the best time to fly to Dubai?

    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!

  • 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 5 flights from Johannesburg to Dubai Intl per day from 10 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Dubai if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Dubai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Dubai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Algerie is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Dubai.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Dubai?

    Dubai Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Dubai. One-way flights to Dubai Intl typically cost R1 719, while return flights cost around R1 775.

  • How much is a return flight to Dubai?

    A return flight to Dubai will typically cost around R561, however they can be found for as little as R99.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Dubai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Dubai, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Dubai Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Dubai Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Dubai Intl?

    Yes. Dubai Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sleep 'n Fly Sleep Lounge & Showers, B-Gates Terminal 3 - Transit Only is the closest property to Dubai Intl (0,0 km away from Dubai Intl).

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