Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 746

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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
Jän 4 — Jän 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or September, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 Dezember 2025.

Mo 22/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
So 4/13:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 5/12R9 797
Sa 6/1217:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Mi 31/128:20JNB - DXB
1 stop29h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/12R9 985
Mi 31/126:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Mi 7/112:05JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/12R10 172
Do 25/122:20DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 35mKenya Airways
Mo 12/112:05JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/12R10 376
So 7/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Mi 31/1216:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 3/12R11 107
So 7/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Do 1/13:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 3/12R11 583
So 7/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Fr 2/13:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 3/12R11 788
Do 11/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Mi 31/1216:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 5/12R12 247
Sa 6/125:40DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 30mEthiopian Air
Do 1/123:00JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/12R12 281
Di 16/126:55DXB - JNB
1 stop19h 30mKenya Airways
Di 6/112:05JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/12R12 366
Do 11/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Mi 7/116:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 3/12R12 400
Mo 22/126:55DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Do 1/117:00JNB - DXB
1 stop29h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/12R12 672

Find flight deals from Dubai to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) 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 5 Dezember 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 403

One-way from

R4 746

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R14 441

Good round-trip deal

R14 359 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 508 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 19/4-23/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 45m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 7/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 55m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R25 218 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 889 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Dubai

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Do 15/1

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 19/1

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R8 828

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sa 7/3

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 11/3

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

R9 015

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fr 6/3

2:20-0:25

1 stop24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 11/3

17:00-5:45

1 stop10h 45m

R9 287

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mo 22/12

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 4/1

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R9 797

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mo 22/12

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 3/1

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R9 797

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

So 4/1

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 2/2

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R11 090

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

So 18/1

6:55-0:25

1 stop19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 25/1

10:25-20:25

Nonstop8h 00m

R11 515

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sa 11/4

6:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 18/4

10:05-20:15

Nonstop8h 10m

R11 924

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sa 17/1

22:25-8:40

1 stop12h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sa 24/1

9:25-3:50

3 stops16h 25m

R12 349

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Di 16/12

6:55-0:25

1 stop19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 6/1

12:05-5:45

1 stop15h 40m

R12 366

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Dubai with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.

Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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 OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R6 770). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 420). 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 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 5 Dezember 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Dubai to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 29 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

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

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 5 Dezember 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, RwandAir, andSouth African from Dubai 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.

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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 OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo?

    Dubai Intl (DXB) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Dubai Intl; the airport handles an average of 9 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the Dubai airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo Airport?

    Airlines like RwandAir, Ethiopian Air, and Kenya Airways fly from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 12h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 45m. The distance from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 6408 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Air Tanzania. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R7 038 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are RwandAir and Kenya Airways, starting at R7 409 and R7 851 round-trip. Air Tanzania is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    R4 711 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 891 and R5 012, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Dubai, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Condor (89%), Emirates (77%), South African( 77%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R13 110 for a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R10 376 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R8 062.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R6 770). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 420). 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 7 airlines flying from Dubai to OR Tambo

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Dubai 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 5 Dezember 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 038AverageR9 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR7 409AverageR9 428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 855AverageR8 766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 138AverageR9 283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 887AverageR9 315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 253AverageR13 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 437AverageR15 168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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