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Cheap flights from South Africa to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from R5 139

JNB — DXB
Nov 9 — Nov 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Dubai

Fri 6/1112:05 -
1 stop15h 40m
Fri 13/116:55 -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 7/10R9 419
Fri 23/1014:05 -
1 stop19h 35m
Mon 2/1122:25 -
1 stop12h 15m
Deal found 5/10R9 518
Thu 29/101:35 -
1 stop26h 10m
Wed 4/112:20 -
1 stop24h 05m
Deal found 9/10R9 534
Wed 4/111:35 -
1 stop20h 55m
Thu 12/116:55 -
1 stop19h 30m
Deal found 6/10R9 551
Tue 13/1020:55 -
1 stop12h 45m
Tue 20/1011:45 -
1 stop18h 15m
Deal found 5/10R9 568
Sun 25/1014:05 -
1 stop11h 45m
Sun 1/1122:50 -
1 stop18h 45m
Deal found 9/10R9 601
Mon 19/1014:05 -
1 stop29h 20m
Mon 26/105:20 -
1 stop12h 15m
Deal found 8/10R9 634
Thu 22/1014:05 -
1 stop29h 20m
Thu 29/1022:50 -
1 stop18h 45m
Deal found 9/10R9 650
Mon 12/1022:20 -
Nonstop8h 00m
Wed 21/1023:20 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 9/10R9 733
Sun 29/1113:45 -
1 stop29h 30m
Fri 11/1211:55 -
1 stop18h 00m
Deal found 8/10R9 766
Fri 9/1018:40 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Tue 13/1010:15 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 9/10R10 129
Sun 11/1018:40 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Sat 24/1010:15 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 9/10R10 195

Find flight deals from South Africa to Dubai

Round-trip from

R9 419

One-way from

R5 139

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 228

Good round-trip deal

R11 275 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 120 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 6/11-13/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 40m total
  • South Africa to Dubai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 55m total
  • South Africa to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R7 265 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 914 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

20:20-11:40

1 stop13h 20m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 255

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/11

19:25-11:40

1 stop14h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 701

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/12

1:35-0:30

1 stop20h 55m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 800

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

17:00-5:45

1 stop10h 45m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 800

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/12

17:00-0:30

1 stop29h 30m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 800
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 932

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

17:15-3:10

1 stop31h 55m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 015

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

16:35-0:30

1 stop29h 55m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 015

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

16:35-12:20

1 stop17h 45m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 031

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

14:15-2:30

2 stops34h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 130

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Dubai

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Dubai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Dubai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Dubai (average of R10 195). Flying from South Africa to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 054). 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 ZA to DXB?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from South Africa to Dubai in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Dubai

The most flights from ZA0 to DXB are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Dubai delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between South Africa and Dubai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa 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?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Dubai flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Dubai?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Dubai is 90 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 day to fly from South Africa to Dubai?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,South African, andQatar Airways from South Africa 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
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Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 724 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 040 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
330 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 672 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Dubai Intl (DXB) if they book a flight to Dubai from South Africa. Dubai Intl is conveniently located just 10,9 km from Dubai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Dubai?

    Departing from South Africa to Dubai will take you 8h 15m. The distance from South Africa to Dubai is about 6408 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Dubai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ethiopian Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 364. Qatar Airways flights start at R4 449 while deals on Egyptair start at R4 650 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Dubai?

    When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Dubai, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl, Cape Town Intl - Dubai Intl or Durban King Shaka Intl - Dubai Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Dubai?

    Before booking your flight to Dubai from South Africa, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Emirates (91%), South African (91%), Condor( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Dubai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R6 251. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl) can be booked for R9 221 on average, our data indicates R44 797 when flying from South Africa to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Dubai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Dubai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Dubai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Dubai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Dubai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Dubai (average of R10 195). Flying from South Africa to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 054). 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 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Dubai

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 165AverageR9 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR7 771AverageR8 749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 853AverageR9 577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 087AverageR9 052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR8 283AverageR11 255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 431AverageR10 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 839AverageR10 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 385AverageR12 355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 408AverageR10 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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South AfricanCheapestR11 113AverageR13 696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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