Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 743

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
Jan 25 — Feb 11
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 53 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday 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 26 December 2025.

Fri 26/1217:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1223:00JNB - DXB
1 stop33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12R11 983
Tue 30/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Tue 6/13:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 26/12R27 046
Tue 30/121:50DXB - JNB
2 stops16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/112:05JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12R37 099
Tue 30/121:50DXB - JNB
2 stops16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/117:00JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12R37 265
Tue 30/122:20DXB - JNB
1 stop24h 05mKenya Airways
Tue 6/117:00JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/12R40 976
Tue 30/122:20DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 35mKenya Airways
Thu 8/112:05JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/12R42 275
Wed 31/1222:55DXB - JNB
2 stops16h 10mKuwait Airways
Tue 6/114:30JNB - DXB
2 stops35h 00mKuwait Airways
Deal found 26/12R62 347

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 26 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 272

One-way from

R4 743

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R14 130

Good round-trip deal

R14 050 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 813 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 22/1-28/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 25m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 17/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 05m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R30 870 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 398 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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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 26 December 2025.
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

Mon 20/4

6:55-0:15

1 stop19h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

10:45-4:35

1 stop15h 50m

R8 438

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 7/2

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

8:20-2:55

1 stop16h 35m

R10 902

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 9/2

6:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

18:50-5:05

Nonstop8h 15m

R11 301

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 28/1

6:55-0:25

1 stop19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

12:05-5:45

1 stop15h 40m

R11 318

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 22/1

6:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

22:20-8:15

Nonstop7h 55m

R11 334

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 8/2

6:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

10:25-20:25

Nonstop8h 00m

R11 368

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 23/1

6:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

13:25-23:40

Nonstop8h 15m

R11 384

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 22/1

6:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

22:20-8:15

Nonstop7h 55m

R11 384

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 20/4

23:20-8:50

1 stop11h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

13:30-10:15

2 stops18h 45m

R11 501

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 21/1

6:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

20:30-2:55

2 stops28h 25m

R11 834

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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 19 December 2025.

Booking 53 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 491). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 239). 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 26 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 37% 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 20 December 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 26 December 2025.
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.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

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 10 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 Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air 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 6h 35m. 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 R6 887 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are RwandAir and Kenya Airways, starting at R7 249 and R7 683 round-trip. Air Tanzania is currently priced 38% 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 597 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 786 and R4 816, 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 (91%), Emirates (77%), South African( 77%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R14 663 for a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R10 424 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R8 122.

  • 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 491). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 239). 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 26 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 887AverageR9 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR7 249AverageR8 996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 686AverageR8 663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 963AverageR8 884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 696AverageR9 248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
EmiratesCheapestR11 975AverageR13 348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 909AverageR14 612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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