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R5 372+ Cheap flights to the United Arab Emirates

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BOS — DXB
Tem 31 — Ağu 71
1 adult
Çar 31/7
Çar 7/8

Flights to United Arab Emirates in 2024

Find the latest flights to United Arab Emirates in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 569 312 searches and data was last updated on 26 Temmuz 2024.

Return from

R8 462

One-way from

R5 372

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R10 670
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 5/9-14/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 29h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Dubai
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 20/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates
High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in July 2024

Cheap flights to United Arab Emirates in July & August 2024

Search the best deals to popular United Arab Emirates cities recently found by Cheapflights users
These are some of the cheapest-priced fares users can find on flights departing to United Arab Emirates in July and August 2024. Check back soon for alternative prices as deals update often.
Cheap flights to Dubai
Cum 9/817:20JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 10mRwandAir
Pzt 12/81:50DXB - JNB
2 stops15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 24/7R8 444
Paz 25/816:00JNB - DXB
2 stops14h 30mRwandAir
Per 29/81:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 25/7R9 161
Pzt 26/817:20JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 10mRwandAir
Per 17/101:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 24/7R9 584
Pzt 29/722:20JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 00mEmirates
Pzt 5/814:40DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 24/7R9 768
Cmt 24/817:20JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 10mRwandAir
Per 29/81:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 24/7R9 860
Çar 21/823:00JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Çar 28/817:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/7R10 062
Paz 4/823:00JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Cmt 31/817:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/7R10 099
Per 22/83:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Çar 28/81:50DXB - JNB
2 stops15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 24/7R10 118
Cmt 24/83:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Cum 30/81:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 25/7R10 154
Cum 9/817:20JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 10mRwandAir
Pzt 12/81:50DXB - JNB
2 stops15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 24/7R8 444
Paz 25/816:00JNB - DXB
2 stops14h 30mRwandAir
Per 29/81:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 25/7R9 161
Pzt 26/817:20JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 10mRwandAir
Per 17/101:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 24/7R9 584
Pzt 29/722:20JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 00mEmirates
Pzt 5/814:40DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 24/7R9 768
Cmt 24/817:20JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 10mRwandAir
Per 29/81:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 24/7R9 860
Çar 21/823:00JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Çar 28/817:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/7R10 062
Paz 4/823:00JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Cmt 31/817:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/7R10 099
Per 22/83:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Çar 28/81:50DXB - JNB
2 stops15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 24/7R10 118
Cmt 24/83:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Cum 30/81:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 25/7R10 154

United Arab Emirates 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for United Arab Emirates in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 569 312 searches and data were last updated on 26 Temmuz 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing to United Arab Emirates in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Pzt 9/917:20JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 10mRwandAir
Cmt 14/91:50DXB - JNB
2 stops15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 24/7R8 388
Cum 9/817:20JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 10mRwandAir
Pzt 12/81:50DXB - JNB
2 stops15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 24/7R8 444
Per 5/916:00JNB - DXB
2 stops14h 30mRwandAir
Cmt 14/91:50DXB - JNB
2 stops15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 25/7R8 462
Cmt 21/1216:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Cum 27/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 25/7R8 499
Sal 17/916:00JNB - DXB
2 stops14h 30mRwandAir
Çar 2/101:50DXB - JNB
2 stops15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 24/7R8 554
Per 19/916:00JNB - DXB
2 stops14h 30mRwandAir
Cum 27/91:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 25/7R8 572

One-way flights to United Arab Emirates

Explore one-way flight options to United Arab Emirates for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 569 312 searches and data was last updated on 26 Temmuz 2024.
Choose from one of these one-way flights departing to United Arab Emirates. Those seeking round-trip flights to United Arab Emirates should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Cum 20/91:15JNB - DXB
1 stop20h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/7R5 372
Cum 20/91:15JNB - DXB
1 stop20h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/7R5 372

Direct flights to United Arab Emirates

Paz 1/913:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Çar 4/94:05DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 25/7R9 750
Cum 11/1013:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Sal 15/1014:40DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 26/7R10 099
Cmt 28/913:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Cmt 12/1014:40DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 25/7R10 136
Pzt 30/922:20JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 00mEmirates
Çar 16/104:05DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 25/7R11 681
Cmt 14/913:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Cum 20/94:05DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 25/7R11 957
Pzt 9/922:20JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 00mEmirates
Paz 15/914:40DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 25/7R12 711
Pzt 2/919:10JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Paz 8/914:40DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 26/7R12 932
Pzt 2/919:10JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Paz 8/914:40DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 25/7R12 951
Cum 11/1013:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Çar 16/104:05DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 26/7R13 153

Find flights to United Arab Emirates within your budget

Locate flights to United Arab Emirates that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 569 312 searches and data was last updated on 26 Temmuz 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

R8 462 - R13 521

Route

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Return

Price

Johannesburg OR TamboDubai Intl

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Per 5/9

2 stops14h 30m

Dubai Intl

Cmt 14/9

2 stops15h 10m

R8 462

Johannesburg OR TamboDubai Intl

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Paz 22/9

1 stop16h 35m

Dubai Intl

Paz 29/9

1 stop16h 20m

R8 609

Johannesburg OR TamboDubai Intl

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Per 10/10

1 stop20h 10m

Dubai Intl

Pzt 14/10

1 stop16h 55m

R9 676

Johannesburg OR TamboDubai Intl

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Paz 1/9

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Çar 4/9

Nonstop8h 10m

R9 750

Johannesburg OR TamboAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Çar 8/1

1 stop13h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sal 14/1

1 stop12h 10m

R9 934

Johannesburg OR TamboDubai Intl

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Per 5/9

2 stops14h 30m

Dubai Intl

Paz 15/9

1 stop16h 50m

R11 001

Johannesburg OR TamboAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Paz 1/9

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Cmt 7/9

Nonstop8h 15m

R13 521

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Deals found on 25/7

Best time to book a flight to United Arab Emirates

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Temperature and rainfall in United Arab Emirates by month

Plan your trip to United Arab Emirates by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DXB

Temperature

18 - 35 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to United Arab Emirates, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 35.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to United Arab Emirates?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to United Arab Emirates. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2024.

Hotels are usually fully booked months in advance in the United Arab Emirates, which means that before trying to find the ideal time to book your flights, you’ll have to determine which one of the seven emirates you want to visit. The cities of Abu Dhabi and Dubai both host year-round, world-renowned cultural and sporting events, which can considerably impact the prices of flights and accommodation. Generally speaking, when you make your flight bookings to the United Arab Emirates, the best way of ensuring you’re landing a great deal is by doing your admin three or four months in advance of your traveling dates.

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Reviews of airlines servicing United Arab Emirates

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Arab Emirates. 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 United Arab Emirates. Reviews last updated 26 Temmuz 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Qatar Airways and Emirates to United Arab Emirates. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 754 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

8,1
Very Good
3 754 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 754 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

8,0
Very Good
42 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 754 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

7,9
Good
1 417 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 754 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

7,7
Good
1 799 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 754 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

7,6
Good
4 159 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 754 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Comprising of seven sheikdoms (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah, and Umm al-Quwain) the United Arab Emirates is what most of us picture typical Arab countries to look like: crystal clear beaches lined by never-ending stretches of desert, but the difference with the United Arab Emirates is that it embraces western ideals while staying faithful to its traditions. By taking a cheap flight to the United Arab Emirates, you’ll be welcomed by a brilliant blend of the old and the new as you gaze upon glitzy shopping complexes that defend old souks and ancient cities, all waiting for travelers to come and explore the ‘Vegas of the East’!

When is the best time to fly to the United Arab Emirates?

Peak season:

The United Arab Emirates has its peak tourism season between October and May, although a lot of travelers also visit the country from November through February. Prices on flights will probably be at their most expensive during the peak season, so keep in mind that you’ll have to do your admin well in advance if you want to see the country during the busiest and most tepid time of the year.

Off season:

The off tourism season of the United Arab Emirates falls between the months of June and September, which is also when temperatures tend to soar. This can be a perfect time to seize the opportunity of booking your cheap flights to the United Arab Emirates since a lot of hotels and airlines offer discounted rates.

How long is the flight to the United Arab Emirates?

Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi 8 hours, 10 minutes

Johannesburg to Dubai 8 hours, 15 minutes

Johannesburg to Sharjah 24 hours, 20 minutes

Which airlines operate flights to the United Arab Emirates?

Depending on where exactly you want to go in the United Arab Emirates, you’ll have to make a choice between a variety of different airways that all operate cheap flights to and from the UAE. Once you’ve narrowed down your options, you’ll likely see names such as JetBlue Airways, British Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Aegean Airlines, and Jet Airlines coming up as the most popular carriers. Go ahead and compare the offerings from each of these airlines, not forgetting to compare them based on different dates, and then decide whether or not comfort or a more affordable price ranks higher on your traveling needs scale.

What is good to know if travelling to United Arab Emirates?

  • The capital of the United Arab Emirates is Abu Dhabi. The city is renowned for its amazing parks and gardens, but if you’re traveling here make sure you get a glimpse of the rich history which can be explored in sites such as the Old Fort.
  • Dubai is the UAE’s shopping capital, which means that travelers that stop here have to check out the Mall of the Emirates, featuring an indoor ski arena, a palm tree-shaped man-made island, and the world’s only seven-star hotel! Check out this post for other great ways of exploring Dubai in a short time.
  • Sharjah is the third largest emirate in the United Arab Emirates, and although not nearly as popular as Dubai or Abu Dhabi, it’s still a perfect place to submerge yourself in the culture and explore the beautifully restored old buildings.
  • When is the best time to fly to the United Arab Emirates?

    Peak season: The United Arab Emirates has its peak tourism season between October and May, although a lot of travelers also visit the country from November through February. Prices on flights will probably be at their most expensive during the peak season, so keep in mind that you’ll have to do your admin well in advance if you want to see the country during the busiest and most tepid time of the year. Off season: The off tourism season of the United Arab Emirates falls between the months of June and September, which is also when temperatures tend to soar. This can be a perfect time to seize the opportunity of booking your cheap flights to the United Arab Emirates since a lot of hotels and airlines offer discounted rates.

  • How long is the flight to the United Arab Emirates?

    Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi 8 hours, 10 minutes Johannesburg to Dubai 8 hours, 15 minutes Johannesburg to Sharjah 24 hours, 20 minutes

  • Which airlines operate flights to the United Arab Emirates?

    Depending on where exactly you want to go in the United Arab Emirates, you’ll have to make a choice between a variety of different airways that all operate cheap flights to and from the UAE. Once you’ve narrowed down your options, you’ll likely see names such as JetBlue Airways, British Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Aegean Airlines, and Jet Airlines coming up as the most popular carriers. Go ahead and compare the offerings from each of these airlines, not forgetting to compare them based on different dates, and then decide whether or not comfort or a more affordable price ranks higher on your traveling needs scale.

  • How to get from the airport to the city center?

    The United Arab Emirates has a very efficient public transport system, and getting from any one of the emirate airports to the centers of the city will be easy to do. All of the major airports have car hire companies based on site from which you’ll be able to rent a car. Alternatively, you can also choose to use any of the taxis (which are found in plentiful supply at all the airports). Taxi services are cheap and easy to use in the United Arab Emirates and can be very affordable if you’re looking at long-distance traveling.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to United Arab Emirates if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to United Arab Emirates on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to United Arab Emirates?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Algerie is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to United Arab Emirates.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in United Arab Emirates?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in United Arab Emirates. One-way flights to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl typically cost R634, while return flights cost around R3 692.

  • How much is a return flight to United Arab Emirates?

    A return flight to United Arab Emirates will typically cost around R229, however they can be found for as little as R201.

  • Where does the fastest flight to United Arab Emirates depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to United Arab Emirates, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Dubai Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Dubai Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Dubai Intl?

    Yes. Dubai Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sleep 'n Fly Sleep Lounge & Showers, B-Gates Terminal 3 - Transit Only is the closest property to Dubai Intl (0,0 km away from Dubai Intl).

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