Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 930

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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
May 3 — May 101
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 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday 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 3 April 2026.

Fri 22/51:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Sat 30/53:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 30/3R8 606
Mon 20/41:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Mon 4/53:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 31/3R8 674
Wed 13/55:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/514:45
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3R8 725
Mon 27/41:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Mon 4/53:10
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 31/3R8 844
Mon 20/41:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Mon 11/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 31/3R8 861
Thu 14/55:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/514:45
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R8 979
Sun 23/85:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 1/914:45
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3R9 030
Tue 13/101:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Wed 21/1016:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 31/3R9 047
Thu 23/41:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Sat 30/516:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 29/3R9 199
Tue 21/71:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Mon 27/716:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 31/3R9 233

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 3 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 606

One-way from

R4 930

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 809

Good round-trip deal

R14 258 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 496 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 22/5-30/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 50m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 4/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 15m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R28 748 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 306 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 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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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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 17/4

23:25-15:50

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

14:45-11:40

1 stop18h 55m

R9 674

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 14/5

5:50-16:10

1 stop12h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

9:25-3:25

3 stops16h 00m

R11 266

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 11/5

5:50-16:10

1 stop12h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

9:25-3:25

3 stops16h 00m

R11 859

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 27/4

23:00-8:50

1 stop11h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

7:30-3:25

2 stops17h 55m

R12 130

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 17/4

5:50-15:50

1 stop12h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

R14 180
Fastest return journey

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 17/4

14:25-20:35

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

R14 248

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 14/4

16:20-7:10

1 stop16h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

22:20-8:20

Nonstop8h 00m

R14 333

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 21/4

17:10-8:50

2 stops41h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

14:45-18:55

2 stops50h 10m

R14 994

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 22/4

22:20-8:50

2 stops36h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

14:45-9:50

2 stops41h 05m

R14 994
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 30/4

5:50-16:10

1 stop12h 20m

R5 218

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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 2 April 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 641). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 369). 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 3 April 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 3 April 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.

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

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 8 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 Qatar Airways fly from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 18h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 6408 km.

  • 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 379 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, starting at R7 428 and R7 881 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 542 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 609 and R4 902, 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 (68%), Emirates (63%), South African( 63%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R12 792 for a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R8 864 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R6 438.

  • 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 641). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 369). 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

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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 3 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR7 379AverageR9 157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search RwandAir flights
Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 428AverageR8 567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 881AverageR9 008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Kenya Airways flights
Air TanzaniaCheapestR8 406AverageR9 362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Air Tanzania flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 618AverageR9 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
South AfricanCheapestR12 514AverageR14 979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 534AverageR13 783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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