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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to the United Arab Emirates from R4 848

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 25/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
Feb 16 — Feb 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 17 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 862

One-way from

R4 848

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R9 992
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 29/1-1/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R8 131 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 795 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 17 January 2026.

Thu 29/18:20
JNB
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SHJ
1 stop17h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 1/24:25
SHJ
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JNB
1 stop17h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/1R7 862
Mon 9/214:30
JNB
-
SHJ
1 stop10h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/24:25
SHJ
-
JNB
1 stop10h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/1R8 010
Mon 16/214:30
JNB
-
SHJ
1 stop10h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/24:25
SHJ
-
JNB
1 stop17h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/1R8 026
Thu 12/214:30
JNB
-
SHJ
1 stop10h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 17/24:25
SHJ
-
JNB
1 stop17h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/1R8 042
Wed 18/314:30
JNB
-
SHJ
1 stop10h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 25/34:25
SHJ
-
JNB
1 stop10h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/1R8 059
Tue 17/223:00
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/24:25
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop10h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/1R8 075
Thu 26/214:30
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/317:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/1R8 092
Mon 23/28:20
JNB
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DXB
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 1/34:25
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/1R8 206
Fri 30/114:30
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop11h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 6/217:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/1R8 223
Sat 14/214:30
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop11h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 21/217:10
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/1R8 239
Tue 3/38:20
JNB
-
SHJ
1 stop17h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 10/34:25
SHJ
-
JNB
1 stop10h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/1R8 239
Sat 7/214:30
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 15/24:25
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop10h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/1R8 255

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JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

8:20-3:25

1 stop17h 05m

Sharjah

Sun 1/2

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R7 862

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

14:30-3:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Thu 23/4

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 010

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

14:30-3:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Sun 1/3

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 010

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

14:30-3:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Tue 21/4

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 010

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

14:30-3:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Thu 23/4

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 026

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

14:30-3:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Sun 22/2

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R8 026

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

14:30-3:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Mon 2/3

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 026

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

14:30-3:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Wed 11/2

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 042

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

14:30-3:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Mon 16/2

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 042

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

14:30-3:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Mon 9/2

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 042

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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 012). Flying from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 599). 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 17 January 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, 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 10 January 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday 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 17 January 2026.

The most flights from ZA1 to AE0 are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 101 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 evening tend to experience delays more often.

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

Saturday 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 17 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, RwandAir, andQatar Airways 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
3 471 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 471 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 471 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 471 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 716 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 471 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
South African
7,3
Good
52 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 471 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
948 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 471 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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 and Qatar Airways can get you from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates in just under 10h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 25m. Johannesburg and United Arab Emirates are separated by a distance of 6423 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 Qatar Airways (R4 159), Egyptair (R4 681), and Air Tanzania (R4 876).

  • 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: Emirates (66%), South African (66%), Condor( 47%).

  • 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 R27 690, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R6 354. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl), is priced around R7 387.

  • 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 012). Flying from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 599). 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 17 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR5 923AverageR10 555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 041AverageR8 372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 077AverageR11 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR6 662AverageR7 042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR7 165AverageR9 209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR7 591AverageR8 870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 898AverageR8 838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 272AverageR9 481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR8 933AverageR9 773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR9 251AverageR10 013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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