Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R5 150

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 28/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
Jul 31 — Aug 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or September, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday 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 1 July 2026.

Sun 16/85:40
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 1/922:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/6R9 627
Wed 7/100:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 00m
Kenya Airways
Thu 22/1017:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop28h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 30/6R9 677
Fri 26/60:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Kenya Airways
Thu 9/71:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop20h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/6R9 709
Wed 1/717:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 7/78:20
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/6R9 742
Thu 2/76:45
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Kenya Airways
Fri 31/717:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop28h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 29/6R9 824
Sun 5/717:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 12/714:30
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/6R9 841
Sun 19/719:55
DXB
-
JNB
3 stops19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/814:15
JNB
-
DXB
2 stops23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6R9 857
Sat 4/70:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Kenya Airways
Sun 30/817:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/6R9 873

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 1 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 627

One-way from

R5 150

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 957

Good round-trip deal

R14 353 or less

Good one-way deal

R11 326 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/8-1/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 25m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 28/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 55m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 070 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 710 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 14/10

23:00-9:10

1 stop12h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

15:05-11:40

2 stops18h 35m

R11 727

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 21/7

2:00-9:40

2 stops33h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

13:30-0:20

2 stops32h 50m

R13 711

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 16/8

23:00-9:00

1 stop12h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

20:55-11:40

1 stop12h 45m

R13 777

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 22/8

2:00-9:40

2 stops33h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

13:30-0:20

2 stops32h 50m

R14 203
Fastest return journey

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/8

23:20-5:30

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

R14 269

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 4/10

11:45-4:00

1 stop18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

13:55-10:15

2 stops18h 20m

R14 269

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 5/8

13:15-4:00

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

18:10-11:40

2 stops15h 30m

R15 155

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 29/8

7:30-9:40

2 stops28h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

18:00-2:30

1 stop30h 30m

R15 237
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 18/7

0:55-10:55

1 stop12h 00m

R5 183

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 19/9

6:45-0:15

1 stop19h 30m

R5 544

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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?

Booking 67 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R8 611). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of R13 990). 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 1 July 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.

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 1 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andQatar Airways 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

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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 6 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 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 Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines fly from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 12h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h 30m. 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 004 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, starting at R7 616 and R7 659 round-trip. RwandAir is currently priced 42% 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 395 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 462 and R4 746, 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 (92%), Emirates (87%), South African( 87%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R13 680 for a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R10 730 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R9 398.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R8 611). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of R13 990). 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 6 airlines flying from Dubai to OR Tambo

Discover the top 6 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 1 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR7 004AverageR9 012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 616AverageR8 703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 659AverageR8 791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 343AverageR8 985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 035AverageR14 894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 105AverageR13 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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