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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 863

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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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 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 27 October 2025.

Wed 29/102:20DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 35mKenya Airways
Wed 12/1117:00JNB - DXB
1 stop29h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/10R8 311
Thu 30/104:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/1114:30JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/10R8 380
Sun 26/106:55DXB - JNB
1 stop19h 30mKenya Airways
Thu 30/1012:05JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/10R8 415
Wed 10/1217:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 17/1223:00JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/10R8 432
Sun 26/102:20DXB - JNB
1 stop27h 35mKenya Airways
Fri 31/101:35JNB - DXB
1 stop20h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/10R8 466
Sun 26/102:20DXB - JNB
1 stop15h 30mKenya Airways
Sat 8/111:35JNB - DXB
1 stop26h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/10R8 501
Thu 4/124:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 15/1223:00JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/10R8 587
Sun 2/1117:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/118:20JNB - DXB
1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/10R8 604
Sat 29/112:20DXB - JNB
1 stop24h 05mKenya Airways
Mon 1/121:35JNB - DXB
1 stop26h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/10R8 760
Tue 28/102:20DXB - JNB
1 stop24h 05mKenya Airways
Fri 31/1017:00JNB - DXB
1 stop29h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/10R8 932
Sat 1/112:20DXB - JNB
1 stop24h 05mKenya Airways
Sat 8/1117:00JNB - DXB
1 stop29h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/10R8 949

Cheap 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 27 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 432

One-way from

R4 863

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R12 346

Good round-trip deal

R14 421 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 863 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/12-17/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 30m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 2/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 05m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R11 307 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 022 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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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 27 October 2025.
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

Wed 26/11

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/12

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

R8 604

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/11

6:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

1:35-0:30

1 stop20h 55m

R8 760

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 20/4

0:55-0:15

1 stop25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

12:10-23:25

1 stop33h 15m

R9 260

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 13/12

1:50-2:20

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/1

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R9 484

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 27/11

6:55-10:55

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

1:35-0:30

1 stop20h 55m

R9 604

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/12

6:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/1

1:35-5:45

1 stop26h 10m

R10 639

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 20/4

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R10 760

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 9/12

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/1

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R11 156

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 10/12

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/1

8:20-15:45

1 stop29h 25m

R11 225

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 19/12

2:20-15:50

1 stop15h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/1

1:35-0:30

1 stop20h 55m

R11 346

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to OR Tambo

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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 24 October 2025.

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 966). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 035). 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 27 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 42% 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 26 October 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 27 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, South African, andEthiopian Air 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
3 388 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 388 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 388 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
South African
7,5
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 388 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
877 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 388 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
286 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 388 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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, Kenya Airways, and RwandAir fly from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 10h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 50m. 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 143 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and RwandAir, starting at R7 943 and R8 015 round-trip. Air Tanzania is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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: Emirates (79%), South African (79%), Condor( 79%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R14 022 for a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R10 064 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R8 346.

  • 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. Addis Ababa sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • 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 Doha 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 966). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 035). 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 27 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 143AverageR10 767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 943AverageR9 012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 015AverageR9 669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 250AverageR9 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 009AverageR9 386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 412AverageR13 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 595AverageR15 572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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