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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 282

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 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — JNB
Aug 5 — Aug 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in January or February, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 July 2026.

Mon 3/89:10
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 13/88:20
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/7R10 804
Thu 9/74:25
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 14/813:50
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7R10 852
Fri 31/79:10
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop13h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 14/88:20
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/7R10 868
Fri 31/72:05
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Thu 13/89:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/7R10 885
Tue 6/1022:45
AUH
-
JNB
3 stops17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/1014:05
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7R10 901
Sun 22/1116:10
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop17h 00m
Egyptair
Wed 25/1121:45
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop15h 25m
Egyptair
Deal found 1/7R10 966
Fri 4/92:05
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 10/109:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/7R11 014
Tue 28/72:10
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Thu 27/89:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/7R11 031
Thu 13/84:25
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop11h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 20/88:20
JNB
-
AUH
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/7R11 063
Fri 31/72:05
AUH
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 12/89:45
JNB
-
AUH
Nonstop8h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/7R11 079
Sun 1/1122:30
AUH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/117:30
JNB
-
AUH
3 stops25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7R11 096

Find flight deals from Abu Dhabi to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 6 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 868

One-way from

R4 282

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R13 529

Good round-trip deal

R11 200 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 507 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 31/7-14/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 50m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 45m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R13 226 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 612 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 4/9

2:05-8:15

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

R11 014

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 3/8

9:10-20:10

1 stop13h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

14:30-3:10

1 stop10h 40m

R11 339

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 2/8

4:25-13:25

1 stop11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

14:30-3:10

1 stop10h 40m

R11 696

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 6/12

2:00-8:20

Nonstop8h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/1

13:50-1:05

1 stop33h 15m

R11 874

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 2/8

4:25-13:25

1 stop11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/8

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

R12 328

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 2/8

4:25-13:25

1 stop11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

13:30-0:25

2 stops32h 55m

R13 091

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 5/9

22:45-11:00

2 stops14h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

14:05-10:55

1 stop18h 50m

R13 399

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 27/7

4:25-13:25

1 stop11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

14:30-3:10

1 stop10h 40m

R13 529

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 22/11

8:00-22:25

1 stop16h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

13:30-6:55

2 stops39h 25m

R13 577
Cheapest one-way

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 5/9

4:25-13:25

1 stop11h 00m

R4 672

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 39 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 Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R9 263). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 529). 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 AUH to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 July 2026.

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

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Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 6 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways,Etihad Airways, andEthiopian Air from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 742 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,3

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 742 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 742 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,3

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 476 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 742 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,3

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 008 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 742 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,3

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Located just 28,0 km from the city centre, Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Abu Dhabi. Booking flights from Zayed Intl (AUH) to Johannesburg OR Tambo should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 8h 10m. Fly via Etihad Airways or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. The distance between Abu Dhabi and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 6294 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R7 963 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, starting at R8 594 and R8 987 round-trip. Etihad Airways is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 805. Users have also found prices from R4 995 and R5 436 on Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Abu Dhabi, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Kuwait Airways (100%), Gulf Air (100%), Etihad Airways( 60%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While on average a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R11 415, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 714. When looking at the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R10 220 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Abu Dhabi to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Abu Dhabi to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi to OR Tambo 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 Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R9 263). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 529). 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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Fly from Abu Dhabi to OR Tambo on these airlines

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Top 3 airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to OR Tambo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Abu Dhabi to OR Tambo. 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 6 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 963AverageR12 034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 594AverageR11 088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 987AverageR13 560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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