Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from R5 120
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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
Jul 26 — Aug 21
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Dubai Intl are usually found in September or February, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 June 2026.
Wed 9/914:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 16/913:15
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/6R9 827
Wed 22/714:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/723:25
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/6R9 860
Thu 19/1120:20
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop12h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/1122:25
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/6R9 876
Sun 18/1014:05
JNB
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DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/115:20
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/6R9 909
Thu 3/914:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop18h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 23/913:15
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/6R10 009
Tue 14/722:20
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 00m
Emirates
Tue 21/723:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R10 025
Thu 13/810:05
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Thu 20/84:05
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R10 042
Tue 8/914:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 18/913:15
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/6R10 058
Sat 24/1022:20
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 00m
Emirates
Fri 30/1023:25
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R10 075
Mon 2/1110:25
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 00m
Emirates
Fri 6/1114:25
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R10 141
Sun 12/713:30
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Tue 21/714:25
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R10 174
Tue 14/719:10
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 15m
Emirates
Wed 22/723:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R10 190
Best flights from Johannesburg to Dubai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Johannesburg to Dubai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 26 June 2026.
Thu 1/1017:55
JNB
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DXB
1 stop30h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 31/109:25
DXB
-
JNB
2 stops26h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/6R11 644
Thu 23/710:05
JNB
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DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Thu 30/723:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R12 337
Wed 4/1112:20
JNB
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DXB
2 stops21h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/115:20
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/6R13 642
Thu 24/914:30
JNB
-
DXB
2 stops19h 35m
Kuwait Airways
Tue 6/1018:55
DXB
-
JNB
2 stops44h 30m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 22/6R13 807
Tue 18/86:30
HLA
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DXB
3 stops27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/813:15
DXB
-
HLA
3 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/6R14 369
Wed 19/814:05
JNB
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DXB
2 stops41h 45m
Oman Air
Tue 25/819:55
DXB
-
JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Oman Air
Deal found 21/6R14 600
Thu 24/913:30
JNB
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DXB
2 stops44h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/102:00
DXB
-
JNB
2 stops33h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/6R11 693
Wed 4/1122:20
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop7h 55m
Emirates
Sat 7/114:10
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 22/6R12 783
Mon 21/1214:30
JNB
-
DXB
2 stops19h 50m
Kuwait Airways
Sat 26/1222:55
DXB
-
JNB
2 stops16h 10m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 24/6R14 468
Thu 23/713:30
JNB
-
DXB
2 stops32h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 29/72:00
DXB
-
JNB
2 stops33h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/6R13 229
Sun 16/814:05
JNB
-
DXB
2 stops41h 45m
Oman Air
Tue 25/811:00
DXB
-
JNB
2 stops19h 00m
Oman Air
Deal found 21/6R14 600
Tue 11/85:55
HLA
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DXB
2 stops19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/823:00
DXB
-
HLA
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/6R15 327
Mon 3/818:00
JNB
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DXB
1 stop16h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/87:30
DXB
-
JNB
2 stops28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/6R13 576
Mon 14/99:00
HLA
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DXB
1 stop13h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/99:10
DXB
-
HLA
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6R15 525
Mon 20/76:30
HLA
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DXB
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/710:15
DXB
-
HLA
1 stop12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6R16 103
Sat 1/810:00
HLA
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DXB
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/810:25
DXB
-
HLA
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6R16 549
Wed 15/75:55
HLA
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DXB
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/710:25
DXB
-
HLA
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6R16 714
Thu 3/96:30
HLA
-
DXB
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 23/910:15
DXB
-
HLA
1 stop12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/6R16 912
Sat 24/106:30
HLA
-
DXB
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 30/109:10
DXB
-
HLA
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6R16 912
Tue 28/76:30
HLA
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DXB
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/810:15
DXB
-
HLA
1 stop12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/6R17 721
Tue 22/99:00
HLA
-
DXB
1 stop13h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 29/109:10
DXB
-
HLA
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6R17 870
Direct flights from Johannesburg to Dubai
Explore direct flight options from Johannesburg to Dubai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 26 June 2026.
Mon 14/910:05
JNB
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DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Mon 21/923:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 26/6R9 942
Tue 14/722:20
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 00m
Emirates
Tue 21/723:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R10 025
Thu 13/810:05
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Thu 20/84:05
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R10 042
Sat 24/1022:20
JNB
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DXB
Nonstop8h 00m
Emirates
Fri 30/1023:25
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R10 075
Mon 2/1110:25
JNB
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DXB
Nonstop8h 00m
Emirates
Fri 6/1114:25
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R10 141
Sun 12/713:30
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Tue 21/714:25
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R10 174
Tue 14/719:10
JNB
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DXB
Nonstop8h 15m
Emirates
Wed 22/723:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R10 190
Thu 16/710:05
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Wed 22/723:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R10 223
Thu 9/719:10
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 15m
Emirates
Wed 22/723:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R10 289
Wed 15/713:30
JNB
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DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Tue 28/714:25
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 26/6R10 306
Mon 20/713:30
JNB
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DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Sun 26/714:25
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R10 339
Mon 10/810:05
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Mon 17/89:55
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 26/6R10 388
Last-minute flights from Johannesburg to Dubai
Discover last-minute flight deals from Johannesburg to Dubai. Data last updated 26 June 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 3/713:30
JNB
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DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Thu 9/74:05
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R10 256
Fri 3/713:30
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Sun 5/723:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R10 306
Mon 6/717:00
JNB
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DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sun 12/70:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/6R10 223
Wed 8/714:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/70:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6R10 339
Thu 9/719:10
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 15m
Emirates
Wed 22/723:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R10 289
Sun 12/713:30
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Tue 21/714:25
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R10 174
Tue 14/722:20
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 00m
Emirates
Tue 21/723:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R10 025
Tue 14/719:10
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 15m
Emirates
Wed 22/723:20
DXB
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R10 190
Mon 20/76:30
HLA
-
DXB
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/710:15
DXB
-
HLA
1 stop12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6R16 103
Wed 22/714:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/723:25
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/6R9 860
Wed 22/715:40
HLA
-
DXB
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/723:25
DXB
-
HLA
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/6R16 301
Thu 30/714:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 9/813:15
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/6R10 322
One-way flights from Johannesburg to Dubai
Search for one-way flight options from Johannesburg to Dubai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 26 June 2026.
Wed 15/720:55
JNB
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DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/6R5 120
Wed 8/720:55
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop12h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/6R5 136
Tue 7/714:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop18h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/6R5 169
Wed 22/720:55
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/6R5 186
Fri 24/720:55
JNB
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DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/6R5 202
Mon 5/1014:05
JNB
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DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/6R5 269
Sat 25/714:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/6R5 401
Sat 31/1013:45
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop29h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/6R5 467
Fri 30/1013:45
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop19h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/6R5 698
Tue 14/719:10
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R6 045
Sun 26/710:05
JNB
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R6 111
Sat 15/814:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 25/6R6 259
Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Dubai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Dubai (DXB). 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 26 June 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Dubai 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 26 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Dubai that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
JohannesburgDubai
JNB - DXB
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 1/10
17:55-2:30
1 stop30h 35m
Dubai Intl
Sat 31/10
9:25-9:40
2 stops26h 15m
R11 644
JohannesburgDubai
JNB - DXB
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 24/9
13:30-12:20
2 stops44h 50m
Dubai Intl
Mon 5/10
2:00-9:40
2 stops33h 40m
R11 693
JohannesburgDubai
JNB - DXB
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 23/7
10:05-20:15
Nonstop8h 10m
Dubai Intl
Thu 30/7
23:20-5:30
Nonstop8h 10m
R12 337
Fastest return journey
JohannesburgDubai
JNB - DXB
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 4/11
22:20-8:15
Nonstop7h 55m
Dubai Intl
Sat 7/11
4:10-10:25
Nonstop8h 15m
R12 783
JohannesburgDubai
JNB - DXB
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 23/7
13:30-0:15
2 stops32h 45m
Dubai Intl
Wed 29/7
2:00-9:40
2 stops33h 40m
R13 229
JohannesburgDubai
JNB - DXB
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 3/8
18:00-12:20
1 stop16h 20m
Dubai Intl
Mon 10/8
7:30-9:40
2 stops28h 10m
R13 576
JohannesburgDubai
JNB - DXB
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 4/11
12:20-11:40
2 stops21h 20m
Dubai Intl
Sun 8/11
5:20-15:35
1 stop12h 15m
R13 642
JohannesburgDubai
JNB - DXB
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 24/9
14:30-12:05
2 stops19h 35m
Dubai Intl
Tue 6/10
18:55-13:25
2 stops44h 30m
R13 807
JohannesburgDubai
HLA - DXB
HLADXB
Johannesburg Lanseria
Tue 18/8
6:30-11:40
3 stops27h 10m
Dubai Intl
Tue 25/8
13:15-16:00
3 stops28h 45m
R14 369
JohannesburgDubai
JNB - DXB
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 21/12
14:30-12:20
2 stops19h 50m
Dubai Intl
Sat 26/12
22:55-13:05
2 stops16h 10m
R14 468
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Dubai
ZA1-DXB
JNB-DXB
HLA-DXB
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai (average of R9 183). Flying from Johannesburg to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 255). 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 DXB?
Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 June 2026.
When flying from Johannesburg to Dubai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight at midday.
Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Dubai
Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Dubai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 26 June 2026.
The most flights from ZA1 to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).
How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Dubai?
How often are flights from Johannesburg to Dubai delayed?
About 11% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Dubai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 110 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Dubai flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday 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 Dubai flights?
Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai, you should look to book at least 82 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 20 June 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Dubai flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 26 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andEtihad Airways from Johannesburg to Dubai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company
Related info for your journey
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Are there alternative sustainable ways to get from Johannesburg to Dubai?
If you are looking to get to Dubai from Johannesburg sustainably, flights are your best choice. Dubai is approximately 6750 miles from Johannesburg. Being a long journey, flights offer the fastest and most fuel-efficient mode of transporting many passengers. Unfortunately, no direct trains or buses are servicing this route. On the other hand, ships do not offer sustainable travel because of their numerous stopovers and high fuel consumption. Therefore, consider boarding a flight to travel sustainably from the origin to the destination.
What can Johannesburg to Dubai travelers do to reduce their carbon footprint for the journey?
If you need to travel sustainably from Johannesburg to Dubai, consider booking a direct flight. Some airlines offer non-stop flights between the origin and destination. These flights consume less fuel than flights that have stopovers along the way. Direct flights thus emit less carbon gases into the air during their flights than those having one or several stopovers. Therefore, think about flying directly on this route to promote sustainability.
What information can help me identify a sustainable airline for my journey from Johannesburg to Dubai?
One of the essential pieces of information you can use to identify a sustainable airline for your journey to Dubai from Johannesburg is the nature of the planes. Airlines featuring new planes are more sustainable than those having older planes. This is because new planes come fitted with modern fuel-efficient engines and systems, which enable the planes to consume less fuel for the journey. When an aircraft consumes less fuel during a journey, it reduces the amount of carbon gases released into the sky. Therefore, a great way to identify a sustainable airline for your flight from Johannesburg to Dubai is by looking for one with newer planes.
What airports serve Johannesburg to Dubai flights?
Travellers interested in going to Dubai from Johannesburg may choose between leaving through Lanseria International Airport or O.R. Tambo International Airport. The latter is the busier airport with more flights, while the former is quieter and may have fewer flights. Once reaching Dubai, passengers will have two potential airports to disembark at. Dubai International Airport is the most commonly used and is the fifth busiest in the world when it comes to passenger traffic. It is a hub for FlyDubai and Emirates and is located less than five kilometres from the city centre of Dubai.
Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Dubai?
There are two airlines that offer direct, nonstop flights into Dubai from Johannesburg. Passengers can take a flight from Emirates or South African Airways. Direct flights are typically more expensive than stopover flights but also reach the destination more quickly. Reaching Dubai will take around 8h 00m when choosing one of these flights. Other airlines offer stopover flights including Ethiopian Airlines, EgyptAir, and Kenya Airways. Stopover flights take longer to reach the destination with the quickest flights reaching Dubai in 10h 35m and the less expensive flights touching down after 15h 15m.
What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Dubai?
When taking a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai with only one stop, there are dozens of options for travellers. The flights may stop down in locations like Cairo Airport, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, or Abu Dhabi International Airport. There are also flights with more than one stop that will typically take the longest to reach Dubai. Some flights stop down three times in Libreville, Lagos, and Addis Ababa while others stop twice in places like Lusaka and Kigali. Keep in mind that in many cases, one-stop flights are shorter and less expensive than flights with additional stops along the way.
Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai?
When leaving Johannesburg to reach Dubai, travellers will need both a passport and a visa. This can be done online or in person.
What airport do you fly into for flights to Dubai from Johannesburg?
For a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai, you will be flying into Dubai Intl. Dubai Intl (DXB) is just 10,9 km from the centre vof the city. Dubai Intl is the only Dubai airport and it handles 8 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. 9 airlines have flights to Dubai Intl from Johannesburg on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Dubai?
A quick flight from Johannesburg to Dubai can take about 8h 10m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 337. The distance between Johannesburg and Dubai is about 6408 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 Dubai round-trip?
Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Dubai, with prices starting at R5 967. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and RwandAir, with the lowest prices starting at R7 180 and R7 767, respectively. These flights start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai one-way?
R4 471 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Egyptair and Air Tanzania, with prices starting from R4 648 and R4 725, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Dubai?
Before booking your flight to Dubai from Johannesburg, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Emirates (98%), South African (98%), Condor( 97%).
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Dubai?
The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg to Dubai is R6 103. On average you can expect to pay R32 850. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl), can usually be booked for R9 381.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Dubai?
Most of the time, Johannesburg to Dubai flights that have stopovers will stop in Addis Ababa. Doha sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg to Dubai flights. Nairobi sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Dubai.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Dubai flights?
Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Dubai stopover in Dar Es Salaam least frequently. Johannesburg to Dubai flights stopping in Lusaka are the next rarest. Kigali follows Lusaka in terms of the least frequent stopover locations on Johannesburg to Dubai flights.
Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Dubai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Dubai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Dubai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Dubai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Dubai 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 Dubai?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai (average of R9 183). Flying from Johannesburg to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 255). 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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Passengers looking to fly with a sustainable airline from Johannesburg to Dubai can do so using Emirates. The airline promotes sustainability by implementing eco-efficient technologies in its ground operations as well as consciously handling assets.
Dubai is renowned for being sustainable, thanks to the measures it uses to conserve the environment. For instance, the city encouraged airports within its borders to take advantage of solar energy to power their operations. Solar energy is a green source of energy.
Dubai International Airport (DXB) promotes environmental conservation by implementing effective waste management procedures. For instance, the airport collects all non-biodegradable waste, sorts it out, and channels them for reuse or recycling.
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