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R5 125+ Cheap flights to the United Arab Emirates

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— DXB
Nov 28 — Dec 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 October 2025.

Wed 26/1114:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 2/124:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/10R6 513
Wed 26/1114:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/124:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/10R6 547
Tue 25/118:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/124:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/10R6 650
Tue 25/1114:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 2/124:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/10R6 684
Tue 11/118:20JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 19/114:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/10R6 821
Tue 4/1114:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 17/114:25AUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/10R6 856

Flights to United Arab Emirates in 2025

Find the latest flights to United Arab Emirates in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 29 October 2025.

Return from

R7 815

One-way from

R5 090

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R10 386
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 20/11-25/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Dubai
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 28/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R612 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R191 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in October 2025
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 15/11

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R7 061

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

14:30-3:10

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 6/12

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R7 284

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 20/11

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R7 301

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 14/11

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R7 301

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

Dubai Intl

Thu 4/12

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

R8 141

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

14:30-4:10

1 stop11h 40m

Dubai Intl

Sat 22/11

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R8 347

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

14:30-4:10

1 stop11h 40m

Dubai Intl

Wed 26/11

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

R8 381

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

14:30-3:10

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 18/11

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 398

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

8:20-2:55

1 stop16h 35m

Dubai Intl

Wed 11/2

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 415

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 21/11

8:55-20:10

1 stop13h 15m

R8 432

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Best time to book a flight to United Arab Emirates

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

How long is the flight to United Arab Emirates?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates takes 11 hours 7 minutes. Flights to United Arab Emirates from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly 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.

Users looking for the lowest fares to United Arab Emirates should consider flying on Thursday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to United Arab Emirates

The most flights from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to United Arab Emirates?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates are Emirates, Ethiopian Air and South African.

Emirates
Emirates
From R6 359
South African
South African
From R11 985
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R6 321
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R7 377

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to United Arab Emirates?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates are Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air and Emirates.

Rainfall in United Arab Emirates by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in United Arab Emirates ranges from 10.0 - 40.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 40.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit United Arab Emirates when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in United Arab Emirates by month

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

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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in United Arab Emirates?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to United Arab Emirates in the last few years. This data was updated on 29 October 2025.
The most popular places in United Arab Emirates to fly to are Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

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 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, RwandAir, andSouth African to the United Arab Emirates by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
South African
7,5
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 659 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
882 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

FAQs about flying to United Arab Emirates

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!
  • 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.

  • 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, Etihad Airways 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?

    Dubai Al Maktoum Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in United Arab Emirates. One-way flights to Dubai Al Maktoum Intl typically cost R879, while return flights cost around R1 253.

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

    A return flight to United Arab Emirates will typically cost around R14 623, however they can be found for as little as R1 804.

  • 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, B-Gates Termi is the closest property to Dubai Intl (0,0 km away from Dubai Intl).

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