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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to the United Arab Emirates from R5 191

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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
Dec 29 — Jan 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 November 2025.

Sun 7/1221:45JNB - DXB
1 stop33h 55mEgyptair
Tue 3/25:00DXB - JNB
1 stop28h 10mEgyptair
Deal found 28/11R9 268
Sat 6/1216:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Sun 28/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 29/11R9 353
Wed 3/1221:45JNB - DXB
1 stop33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/124:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/11R9 405
Tue 2/123:10JNB - DXB
1 stop27h 20mRwandAir
Sun 7/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 28/11R9 456
Fri 5/1221:45JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 15mEgyptair
Tue 3/25:00DXB - JNB
1 stop28h 10mEgyptair
Deal found 28/11R9 491
Sun 7/1221:45JNB - DXB
1 stop33h 55mEgyptair
Sun 1/216:20DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 28/11R9 508
Wed 3/128:20JNB - DXB
1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/124:25DXB - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/11R9 542
Wed 24/129:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 30/1210:25AUH - JNB
1 stop22h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/11R9 645
Mon 1/1216:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Sun 7/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 28/11R9 696
Fri 5/1221:45JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 15mEgyptair
Sun 1/210:40DXB - JNB
1 stop22h 30mEgyptair
Deal found 28/11R9 713
Mon 8/1221:45JNB - DXB
1 stop33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1217:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/11R9 747
Sun 14/129:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 1/110:25AUH - JNB
1 stop22h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/11R9 970

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated 29 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 326

One-way from

R5 191

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R10 330
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 20/1-2/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 7/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R10 615 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 381 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates 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 29 November 2025.
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JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

8:20-3:25

1 stop17h 05m

Sharjah

Sun 18/1

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R8 600

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/1

8:20-3:25

1 stop17h 05m

Sharjah

Mon 19/1

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R8 840

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

8:20-3:25

1 stop17h 05m

Sharjah

Sat 17/1

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R9 114

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

14:30-3:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Mon 6/4

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R9 799

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

13:45-3:50

1 stop12h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 20/1

18:40-8:40

1 stop16h 00m

R10 056

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

9:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 21/2

2:05-8:20

Nonstop8h 15m

R10 227

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

9:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 19/1

2:50-7:10

1 stop30h 20m

R10 364

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

Dubai Intl

Fri 16/1

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

R10 775

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

19:10-1:20

1 stop28h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 24/3

2:20-10:50

1 stop34h 30m

R10 792

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

9:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

2:50-7:10

1 stop30h 20m

R10 878

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to the United Arab Emirates

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates (average of R5 242). Flying from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 446). 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 JNB to AE?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 3% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 29 November 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to AE0 are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How often are flights from Johannesburg to the United Arab Emirates delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 95 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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 29 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, RwandAir, andSouth African from Johannesburg to the United Arab Emirates have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
South African
7,5
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 678 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
902 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 424 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways can get you from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates in just under 7h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 10m. Johannesburg and United Arab Emirates are separated by a distance of 6294 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates are Egyptair (R5 191), RwandAir (R5 944), and Qatar Airways (R6 013).

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates?

    The most popular flight routes from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates are Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Sharjah and Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates?

    Before booking your flight to United Arab Emirates from Johannesburg, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Condor (95%), Emirates (88%), South African( 88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates? While on average our users pay R25 112, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R6 438. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl), is priced around R7 863.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates 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 Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates (average of R5 242). Flying from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 446). 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 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates. 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 29 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 196AverageR11 002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 318AverageR8 717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 356AverageR11 844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR6 989AverageR7 335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR7 363AverageR9 530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR7 883AverageR9 492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR8 513AverageR9 733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 686AverageR10 137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR9 343AverageR10 279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR9 675AverageR10 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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