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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg from AED 1,954

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 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — JNB
11 Apr — 18 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in May or June, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 6 April 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 2,299

One-way from

AED 1,954

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 2,707
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/8-16/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 25m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg
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11/7
  • 11/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 27h 55m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (AED 919 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 263 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 April 2025.

Fri 1/804:25AUH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 16/814:30JNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/4AED 2,299
Thu 17/405:05AUH - JNB
1 stop28h 05mEgyptair
Sun 4/521:45JNB - AUH
1 stop16h 35mEgyptair
Deal found 6/4AED 2,351
Mon 14/422:45AUH - JNB
1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 27/408:10JNB - AUH
1 stop11h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/4AED 2,589
Mon 14/418:45AUH - JNB
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 27/408:10JNB - AUH
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4AED 2,600
Sun 13/402:10AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 27/409:50JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/4AED 2,784
Sat 12/402:15AUH - JNB
1 stop34h 20mTurkish Airlines
Thu 8/517:50JNB - AUH
1 stop28h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/4AED 4,507

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Return

Price

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 1/8

04:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/8

14:30-03:10

1 stop10h 40m

AED 2,299

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 17/4

05:05-07:10

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

21:45-16:20

1 stop16h 35m

AED 2,351

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 29/4

23:45-16:10

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

13:55-10:55

1 stop19h 00m

AED 2,597

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 16/4

21:15-00:15

2 stops29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/4

08:10-21:15

1 stop11h 05m

AED 2,788

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 26/6

02:10-08:20

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/7

09:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

AED 3,306

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 28/4

01:35-10:35

1 stop35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

17:50-00:35

1 stop28h 45m

AED 4,753

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 16/4

02:25-08:35

2 stops32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

19:00-19:20

2 stops22h 20m

AED 36,820

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 16/4

02:15-08:35

2 stops32h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

19:00-19:30

1 stop22h 30m

AED 45,334

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 28/4

02:25-09:20

1 stop32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

11:10-19:15

2 stops30h 05m

AED 56,882

Abu DhabiJohannesburg

AUH - JNB

AUHJNB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 11/7

02:00-03:55

3 stops27h 55m

AED 1,954

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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg

How far ahead should I book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg (average of AED 516). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 720). 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 AUH to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 April 2025.

When flying from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 6 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeff,Feb 2025

BER - ZRH

Ground and flight crew are lazy. No food. Late. Ryanair is better.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeff,Feb 2025

BER - ZRH

Ground and flight crew are lazy. No food. Late. Ryanair is better.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,544 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeff,Feb 2025

BER - ZRH

Ground and flight crew are lazy. No food. Late. Ryanair is better.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,186 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeff,Feb 2025

BER - ZRH

Ground and flight crew are lazy. No food. Late. Ryanair is better.
Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
345 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeff,Feb 2025

BER - ZRH

Ground and flight crew are lazy. No food. Late. Ryanair is better.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,751 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeff,Feb 2025

BER - ZRH

Ground and flight crew are lazy. No food. Late. Ryanair is better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg. 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 from for flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

    For a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg, you will be flying from Zayed Intl. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is just 28.0 km from the centre of the city. Zayed Intl is the only Abu Dhabi airport and it handles 2 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. 4 airlines have flights to Johannesburg from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air (AED 2,299), Egyptair (AED 2,351), and Qatar Airways (AED 2,597) offers the cheapest pricing from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg. You may be able to fly from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg for 19% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg one-way?

    AED 2,108 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Egyptair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from AED 2,468 and AED 9,799, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg on time: SriLankan Airlines (100%), Scandinavian Airlines (75%), China Eastern (75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

    While on average a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg is generally AED 3,070, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is AED 2,655. When looking at the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay AED 2,086 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg 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 Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg (average of AED 516). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 720). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapestAED 1,451AverageAED 2,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,924AverageAED 2,704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 2,204AverageAED 3,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,566AverageAED 2,911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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