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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 502

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 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
Mar 4 — Mar 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 February, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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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 2 February 2026.

Thu 5/217:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 18/223:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/1R7 750
Thu 5/26:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Kenya Airways
Wed 18/212:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop15h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/2R7 782
Fri 20/32:20
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop10h 35m
Kenya Airways
Thu 26/317:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/2R7 798
Wed 18/317:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/323:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/2R7 830
Wed 20/517:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 30/522:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/2R7 846
Tue 17/317:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/323:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/1R7 910
Mon 16/317:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 25/323:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/2R7 959
Tue 3/26:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop10h 55m
Kenya Airways
Wed 11/312:05
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/2R8 007
Sat 7/26:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/31:35
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop20h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/2R8 055
Thu 26/32:20
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop10h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 4/512:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/2R8 087
Sun 8/26:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/21:35
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop20h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/2R8 103
Sat 14/31:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Sun 22/33:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 1/2R8 168

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 2 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 782

One-way from

R4 502

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R8 795

Good round-trip deal

R12 413 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 939 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 26/2-28/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 20m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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  • Kenya Airways
  • 29/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 20m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 956 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to OR Tambo 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 2 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Dubai

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 17/3

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

R7 910

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 12/3

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R8 007

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 14/3

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R8 168

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 19/3

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R8 168

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 14/3

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R8 168

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 17/3

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R8 168

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 16/3

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R8 168

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 16/3

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R8 168

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 20/3

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

R8 344

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 18/3

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

R8 344

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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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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 30 January 2026.

Booking 81 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 270). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R7 943). 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 2 February 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 OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.

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 2 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 494 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 494 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 494 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 494 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.
South African
7,3
Good
52 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 494 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
955 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 494 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
292 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 494 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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 Ethiopian Air and RwandAir 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 RwandAir. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R7 003 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, starting at R7 426 and R7 688 round-trip. RwandAir is currently priced 35% 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 344 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 623 and R4 652, 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 (69%), South African( 69%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R12 035 for a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R5 538 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R7 685.

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

    Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Nairobi most often.

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

    Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Addis Ababa least often.

  • 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 270). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R7 943). 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 Dubai to OR Tambo on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Dubai to OR Tambo. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 2 February 2026.
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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 2 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR7 003AverageR8 690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 426AverageR8 435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 688AverageR8 142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 977AverageR8 884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 179AverageR8 867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 571AverageR12 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 353AverageR14 112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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