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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from R5 527

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
Dec 16 — Dec 231
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Dubai Intl are usually found in March or May, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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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 617 484 searches. Data last updated 11 December 2024.

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JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/1

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

Dubai Intl

Mon 27/1

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

R8 397

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/3

8:20-3:55

1 stop17h 35m

Dubai Intl

Mon 17/3

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

R8 504

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/1

14:15-2:30

1 stop10h 15m

Dubai Intl

Tue 21/1

4:00-13:15

2 stops11h 15m

R9 770

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/1

1:15-0:30

1 stop21h 15m

Dubai Intl

Tue 18/2

6:55-16:00

1 stop11h 05m

R9 949

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/1

13:10-5:05

1 stop13h 55m

Dubai Intl

Sun 2/2

10:00-11:25

1 stop27h 25m

R10 341

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/1

8:50-3:50

1 stop17h 00m

Dubai Intl

Wed 29/1

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

R10 840

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/1

13:25-23:45

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Tue 18/2

10:10-16:35

Nonstop8h 25m

R10 858

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/1

9:35-3:50

3 stops16h 15m

Dubai Intl

Fri 31/1

5:20-14:40

1 stop11h 20m

R11 838

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/1

13:25-23:45

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Tue 14/1

4:10-10:25

Nonstop8h 15m

R13 550

JohannesburgDubai

HLA - DXB

HLADXB

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 23/1

9:40-5:25

1 stop17h 45m

Dubai Intl

Thu 30/1

10:40-20:55

1 stop12h 15m

R16 010

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Cheap 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 11 December 2024.

Round-trip from

R8 397

One-way from

R5 527

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R12 748
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 21/1-27/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Dubai
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 3/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Dubai
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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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 11 December 2024.

Tue 31/1216:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Wed 8/11:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 10/12R8 451
Wed 25/1214:15JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 15mAir Tanzania
Tue 31/124:00DXB - JNB
2 stops11h 15mAir Tanzania
Deal found 10/12R10 573
Tue 31/1217:15JNB - DXB
1 stop29h 15mKenya Airways
Thu 9/16:55DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/12R11 999
Tue 31/124:00JNB - DXB
2 stops33h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/117:10DXB - JNB
2 stops33h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12R12 302
Tue 31/123:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/25:40DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12R12 552
Tue 24/1218:50JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mSouth African
Thu 26/124:10DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mSouth African
Deal found 10/12R13 978
Sat 21/1213:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Mon 3/30:10DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 10/12R17 044
Fri 27/1219:50HLA - DXB
1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/110:40DXB - HLA
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12R27 082

Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai, you should look to book at least 45 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 month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai (average of R516). Flying from Johannesburg to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R644). 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 11 December 2024.

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 afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight at midday.

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 8 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Dubai flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 11 December 2024.

The most flights from ZA1 to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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 inches 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 11 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with RwandAir, Emirates and Air Tanzania from Johannesburg to Dubai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 437 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8,1
Very Good
3 437 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 437 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,7
Good
70 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 437 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,5
Good
3 798 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 437 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,3
Good
782 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 437 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,2
Good
30 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 437 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Dubai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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. Re