Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R5 255

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 28/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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 Tuesday or Wednesday 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 18 May 2026.

Sun 23/817:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 1/922:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/5R9 692
Wed 3/66:45
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Kenya Airways
Fri 21/817:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/5R9 709
Sun 28/60:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop25h 20m
Kenya Airways
Sun 12/71:15
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop20h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 17/5R9 759
Mon 15/60:55
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 00m
Kenya Airways
Mon 22/617:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop28h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/5R9 775
Wed 20/517:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 31/522:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R9 792
Sun 24/54:25
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 31/522:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/5R9 809
Thu 21/517:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 30/522:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/5R9 825
Sun 24/517:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 29/522:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/5R9 842
Thu 3/95:40
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 10/922:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R9 859
Wed 24/617:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 3/78:20
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R9 926
Tue 21/71:50
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Mon 27/716:50
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 16/5R9 959

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 18 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 692

One-way from

R5 255

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 895

Good round-trip deal

R13 466 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 113 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 23/8-1/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 40m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 28/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 20m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 387 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 948 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 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

Tue 30/6

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R12 862

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 14/10

23:00-11:00

2 stops14h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

20:55-10:15

1 stop11h 20m

R12 912

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 20/6

0:55-10:55

1 stop12h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/6

14:15-15:40

3 stops23h 25m

R14 113
Fastest return journey

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/8

9:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

10:05-20:15

Nonstop8h 10m

R14 196

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 2/7

4:25-0:05

3 stops21h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

22:50-15:45

1 stop14h 55m

R14 480

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/8

5:50-2:20

2 stops22h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

12:40-3:25

1 stop12h 45m

R14 496

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 11/6

4:25-0:05

3 stops21h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

8:20-1:10

1 stop14h 50m

R14 813

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 22/7

17:30-0:15

2 stops32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

12:10-16:00

2 stops25h 50m

R15 164

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 3/6

4:25-0:05

3 stops21h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

22:50-15:45

1 stop14h 55m

R15 197

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 20/6

4:25-0:05

3 stops21h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

22:50-15:45

1 stop14h 55m

R15 230

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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 80 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 791). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 063). 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 18 May 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 18 May 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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

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 7 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 RwandAir, Qatar Airways, and Emirates fly from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 8h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 10m. 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 123 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, starting at R7 313 and R7 746 round-trip. RwandAir is currently priced 41% 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 391 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kenya Airways and Air Tanzania, with prices starting from R4 470 and R4 827, 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 (82%), Emirates (80%), South African( 80%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R12 525 for a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R9 882 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R9 775.

  • 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 791). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 063). 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 18 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR7 123AverageR9 016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 313AverageR8 435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 766AverageR8 756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR8 276AverageR9 057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 486AverageR9 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 322AverageR14 915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 334AverageR13 587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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