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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg from R5 232

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
Aug 29 — Sep 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in February or September, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 July 2026.

Mon 10/817:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 16/814:30
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/7R8 994
Fri 7/85:40
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 11/88:20
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/7R9 161
Sun 16/81:50
DXB
-
JNB
2 stops17h 00m
RwandAir
Mon 31/817:45
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop12h 45m
RwandAir
Deal found 27/7R9 194
Tue 11/86:45
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Kenya Airways
Sun 16/81:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop20h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 30/7R9 211
Sat 15/80:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop25h 20m
Kenya Airways
Mon 31/81:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop25h 20m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/7R9 228
Sat 8/80:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sun 9/817:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/7R9 261
Wed 16/94:25
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 20/922:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/7R9 278
Fri 16/100:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sat 24/1012:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/7R9 696
Fri 14/80:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Kenya Airways
Fri 21/81:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop20h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/7R9 896
Sat 12/917:10
DXB
-
JNB
2 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/914:15
JNB
-
DXB
3 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7R9 930
Fri 7/80:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Kenya Airways
Sat 15/812:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop33h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 29/7R9 963
Sun 16/817:10
DXB
-
HLA
2 stops29h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/95:55
HLA
-
DXB
2 stops20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7R14 410

Find flight deals from Dubai to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 30 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 994

One-way from

R5 232

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 240
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/8-14/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 55m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 10m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 241 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 936 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Johannesburg 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 30 July 2026.
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DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 8/8

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

14:30-4:10

1 stop11h 40m

R9 161

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/8

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/8

8:20-2:55

1 stop16h 35m

R9 161

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 3/9

5:40-20:10

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

14:30-2:55

1 stop10h 25m

R9 161

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/8

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

14:30-4:10

1 stop11h 40m

R9 161

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 7/9

6:45-0:15

1 stop19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

10:05-20:15

Nonstop8h 10m

R12 354

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/11

22:25-15:35

1 stop19h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

9:25-3:50

3 stops16h 25m

R12 370

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 14/10

13:15-4:00

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

8:05-3:25

2 stops17h 20m

R12 588

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 9/9

23:25-9:10

1 stop11h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

9:25-3:25

3 stops16h 00m

R12 604

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 7/9

23:00-4:00

1 stop31h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

9:25-3:25

3 stops16h 00m

R12 655

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - HLA

DXBHLA

Dubai Intl

Sun 16/8

17:10-20:50

2 stops29h 40m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Tue 1/9

5:55-4:10

2 stops20h 15m

R14 962

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Johannesburg

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg (average of R8 776). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg in May is currently the most expensive (average of R14 259). 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 DXB to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 July 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Dubai to Johannesburg as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to Johannesburg. 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 30 July 2026.

The most flights from DXB to ZA1 are scheduled on a Thursday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Dubai to Johannesburg?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Dubai to Johannesburg flights typically cost between R9 646 and R14 259 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R8 994 on Ethiopian Air (Aug 10–Aug 14).

How often are flights from Dubai to Johannesburg delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Dubai and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 112 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday 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 Dubai to Johannesburg flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dubai to Johannesburg. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 30 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andQatar Airways from Dubai to Johannesburg have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 640 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 640 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 640 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
South African
7,6
Good
63 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 640 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 741 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 640 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 009 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 640 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
314 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 640 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Dubai to Johannesburg?

    Dubai Intl (DXB) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg from Dubai Intl; the airport handles an average of 8 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Dubai airport to Johannesburg. It is only a 10,9 km journey to Dubai Intl (DXB) from Dubai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Johannesburg?

    A quick flight from Dubai to Johannesburg can take about 12h 45m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 161. The distance between Dubai and Johannesburg is about 6408 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Flying on RwandAir is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at R5 218. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R7 532 and R7 801, respectively. These flights start at 57% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    R4 378 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kenya Airways and Air Tanzania, with prices starting from R4 479 and R4 837, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Johannesburg?

    Consider Condor (90%), Emirates (80%) or South African (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dubai to Johannesburg.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Johannesburg?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R9 291. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for R8 174 on average, our data indicates R13 349 when flying from Dubai to Johannesburg.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Dubai to Johannesburg?

    Most of the time, Dubai to Johannesburg flights that have stopovers will stop in Nairobi.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Dubai to Johannesburg flights?

    Flights departing from Dubai and landing in Johannesburg stopover in Addis Ababa least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Johannesburg 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 Dubai to Johannesburg?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg (average of R8 776). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg in May is currently the most expensive (average of R14 259). 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 6 airlines flying from Dubai to Johannesburg

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Dubai to Johannesburg. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 30 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR5 218AverageR8 295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 532AverageR9 112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 801AverageR8 928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 504AverageR9 936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 368AverageR13 691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 356AverageR14 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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