Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg from R4 794

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 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
Jan 10 — Jan 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in March or February, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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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 11 December 2025.

Tue 16/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Sat 27/1216:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 10/12R9 196
Mon 22/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Fri 9/116:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 10/12R9 706
Sat 20/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Sat 10/116:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 10/12R10 352
Sun 21/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Fri 9/13:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 10/12R10 964
Sat 13/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Sat 27/1216:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 10/12R11 049
Tue 16/126:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Mon 29/121:35JNB - DXB
1 stop26h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/12R11 287
Tue 16/126:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Sat 27/1212:05JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/12R11 644
Sun 14/126:55DXB - JNB
1 stop30h 00mKenya Airways
Tue 30/1217:00JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/12R11 967
Sun 21/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Sun 11/116:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 10/12R12 069
Sun 14/126:55DXB - JNB
1 stop30h 00mKenya Airways
Thu 25/1217:00JNB - DXB
1 stop29h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/12R12 307
Mon 15/126:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Thu 25/1217:00JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/12R12 409
Fri 12/1217:10DXB - HLA
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/112:55HLA - DXB
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12R22 540

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 11 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 431

One-way from

R4 794

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R14 432
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 13/1-27/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 00m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 18/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 30m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R31 980 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 567 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Return

Price

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 22/12

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/1

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R9 706

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 22/12

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R9 706

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 20/12

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/1

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R10 352

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 23/12

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R10 352

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 23/12

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R10 352

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 20/12

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R10 352

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 23/12

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/1

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R10 352

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 20/12

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/1

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R11 049

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 19/4

23:55-17:15

1 stop19h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

9:25-4:15

3 stops16h 50m

R11 253

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 30/1

6:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

22:20-8:15

Nonstop7h 55m

R11 610

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

Booking 53 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.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg (average of R6 629). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 397). 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 11 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Dubai to Johannesburg in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dubai to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Dubai to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 6 December 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Johannesburg 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 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 11 December 2025.

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

How often are flights from Dubai to Johannesburg delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Dubai and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 95 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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 Monday 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 10% of flights being delayed.

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 11 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, South African, andEthiopian Air 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.

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

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 9 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 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 26h 30m. RwandAir provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 706. The distance between Dubai and Johannesburg is about 6408 km.

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

    Flying on Air Tanzania is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at R7 034. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by RwandAir and Kenya Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R7 404 and R7 847, respectively. These flights start at 38% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    R4 707 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Kenya Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Ethiopian Air and Air Tanzania, with prices starting from R4 888 and R5 009, respectively.

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

    Consider Condor (89%), Emirates (77%) or South African (77%) 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 R10 370. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for R8 210 on average, our data indicates R13 314 when flying from Dubai to Johannesburg.

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

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

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg (average of R6 629). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 397). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 034AverageR9 590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR7 404AverageR9 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 850AverageR8 781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 133AverageR9 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 882AverageR9 309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 245AverageR13 690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 377AverageR15 047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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