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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg from R5 336

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
Feb 12 — Feb 191
1 adult

The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in February or May, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 7 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 912

One-way from

R5 336

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 913
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 19/3-3/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 10m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 7/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 35m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 376 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R6 489 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 7 February 2025.

Wed 19/32:00DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 00mKenya Airways
Thu 3/41:15JNB - DXB
1 stop20h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/2R8 912
Tue 11/24:25DXB - JNB
1 stop17h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 16/214:35JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/2R8 986
Sun 23/34:00DXB - JNB
2 stops34h 30mAir Tanzania
Sun 30/313:30JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 00mAir Tanzania
Deal found 5/2R9 802
Thu 6/323:00DXB - JNB
1 stop17h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 13/313:20JNB - DXB
1 stop12h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/2R10 024
Sun 23/317:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/31:15JNB - DXB
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2R11 080
Sat 1/31:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Sat 8/33:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 6/2R12 859
Mon 10/210:10DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 25mEmirates
Sun 23/222:20JNB - DXB
Nonstop7h 55mEmirates
Deal found 6/2R13 507
Tue 25/310:40DXB - HLA
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/417:50HLA - DXB
1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2R19 918

Find flights from Dubai to Johannesburg within your budget

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 7 February 2025.

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DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 19/3

2:00-16:00

1 stop16h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/4

1:15-23:25

1 stop20h 10m

R8 912

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 21/3

4:25-13:10

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/4

14:30-2:55

1 stop10h 25m

R9 005

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/3

4:00-12:30

2 stops34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/3

13:30-2:30

1 stop11h 00m

R9 802

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 6/3

23:00-14:40

1 stop17h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/3

13:20-3:50

1 stop12h 30m

R10 024

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 5/4

0:30-20:10

1 stop21h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/4

7:45-1:55

1 stop16h 10m

R10 932

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 21/3

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/3

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R12 173

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 19/2

4:10-10:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/2

13:25-23:45

Nonstop8h 20m

R13 971

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - HLA

DXBHLA

Dubai Intl

Tue 1/4

10:15-9:05

1 stop24h 50m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 3/4

12:55-5:00

1 stop14h 05m

R24 124

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 7/3

4:25-20:00

1 stop17h 35m

R5 336

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 6/5

6:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

R5 447

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg

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Travel insights for flights from Dubai to Johannesburg

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

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 31 January 2025.

Booking 65 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg (average of R89). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 7 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Dubai to Johannesburg in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 41% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, 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 30 June 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 7 February 2025.

The most flights from DXB to ZA1 are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 7 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, ASKY and Qatar Airways from Dubai to Johannesburg. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 303 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 303 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 303 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

ASKY
7,6
Good
54 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 303 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 689 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 303 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 468 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 303 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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 5 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.

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

    Flying on Kenya Airways is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at R8 912. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Air Tanzania, with the lowest prices starting at R9 005 and R9 802, respectively. These flights start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    R5 336 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 R5 447 and R5 911, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Johannesburg?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R10 772. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for R8 560 on average our data indicates R26 473 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. Addis Ababa sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Dubai to Johannesburg.

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

    Flights departing from Dubai and landing in Johannesburg stopover in Doha 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg (average of R89). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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