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Cheap flights from South Africa to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 1,028

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 29/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
5 Mar — 12 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Dubai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Dubai flight deals. Data was last updated 28 February 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,572

One-way from

AED 1,028

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

AED 1,998

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,526 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,658 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 16/3-22/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 10m total
  • South Africa to Dubai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 30m total
  • South Africa to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (AED 673 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 161 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Dubai Intl.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Dubai Intl.
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 February 2025.

Sun 16/316:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Sat 22/301:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 27/2AED 1,572
Wed 5/308:50JNB - DXB
1 stop17h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 24/311:50DXB - JNB
1 stop18h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/2AED 1,623
Thu 6/323:00JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/304:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/2AED 1,686
Tue 6/513:50CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/504:25DXB - CPT
1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/2AED 1,983
Fri 21/313:30JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 00mAir Tanzania
Sun 6/404:00DXB - JNB
2 stops34h 30mAir Tanzania
Deal found 27/2AED 1,994
Thu 6/320:00JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/302:00DXB - JNB
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/2AED 1,998
Wed 5/318:50JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Mon 24/314:40DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 27/2AED 2,086
Tue 4/301:15JNB - DXB
1 stop21h 15mKenya Airways
Mon 24/306:55DXB - JNB
1 stop30h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/2AED 2,108
Tue 18/313:10JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 55mAir Mauritius
Mon 31/302:50DXB - JNB
1 stop34h 35mAir Mauritius
Deal found 27/2AED 2,112
Wed 28/514:35CPT - DXB
2 stops12h 50mKenya Airways
Tue 3/600:55DXB - CPT
2 stops14h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/2AED 2,163
Sun 13/420:55CPT - DXB
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 23/401:50DXB - CPT
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/2AED 2,170
Sun 12/1023:35CPT - DXB
1 stop26h 50mAir Mauritius
Mon 20/1002:50DXB - CPT
1 stop21h 00mAir Mauritius
Deal found 27/2AED 2,354

Find flights from South Africa to Dubai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Dubai 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 220,657 searches. Data last updated 28 February 2025.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Dubai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/3

16:50-08:30

1 stop13h 40m

Dubai Intl

Sat 22/3

01:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

AED 1,572

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/3

08:50-03:50

1 stop17h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/3

13:25-15:30

1 stop28h 05m

AED 1,675

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/3

14:35-02:55

1 stop10h 20m

Dubai Intl

Tue 1/4

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

AED 1,693

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/3

13:30-02:30

1 stop11h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sun 6/4

04:00-12:30

2 stops34h 30m

AED 1,979

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/4

13:50-02:55

1 stop11h 05m

Dubai Intl

Thu 24/4

04:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

AED 1,979

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/3

22:20-08:15

Nonstop7h 55m

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/3

14:40-20:50

Nonstop8h 10m

AED 2,086

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/3

13:10-05:05

1 stop13h 55m

Dubai Intl

Mon 31/3

02:50-11:25

1 stop34h 35m

AED 2,112

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/4

01:15-23:25

1 stop20h 10m

Dubai Intl

Sat 12/4

00:55-10:55

1 stop12h 00m

AED 2,115

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/5

14:35-05:25

2 stops12h 50m

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/6

00:55-13:45

2 stops14h 50m

AED 2,163

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/4

20:55-08:30

2 stops33h 35m

Dubai Intl

Wed 23/4

01:50-20:30

2 stops20h 40m

AED 2,170

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Dubai

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Dubai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to Dubai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Dubai at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Dubai flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Dubai

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to Dubai. 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 28 February 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to DXB are scheduled on a Thursday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Dubai by month

Plan your trip to Dubai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Temperature in Dubai by month

Plan your trip to Dubai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dubai, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated 28 February 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, SWISS and Qatar Airways from South Africa to Dubai have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,253 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,253 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,253 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,253 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,580 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,253 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,809 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,253 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Dubai. 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 into for flights to Dubai from South Africa?

    Dubai Intl (DXB) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Dubai. It is only a 10.9 km journey from Dubai Intl (DXB) to Dubai’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Dubai one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Dubai are Qatar Airways (AED 1,028), RwandAir (AED 1,216), and Kenya Airways (AED 1,219).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Dubai?

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Dubai Intl or Durban King Shaka Intl - Dubai Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl is the most popular route from South Africa to Dubai.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Dubai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 1,529. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl) can be booked for AED 1,623 on average our data indicates AED 2,156 when flying from South Africa to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Dubai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Dubai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Dubai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Dubai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Dubai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Dubai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Dubai. 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 220,657 searches. Data last updated 28 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestAED 1,546AverageAED 1,686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,670AverageAED 2,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,723AverageAED 2,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,081AverageAED 2,765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 2,223AverageAED 2,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,248AverageAED 2,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,566AverageAED 3,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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