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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
2 Mar — 9 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in May or November, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Dubai to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) 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 25 February 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,733

One-way from

AED 1,028

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 2,170
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 26/3-12/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 10m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 3/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 15m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (AED 692 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 245 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 February 2025.

Sat 1/306:55DXB - JNB
1 stop26h 45mKenya Airways
Sat 5/417:00JNB - DXB
1 stop28h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/2AED 1,733
Sun 23/304:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 4/414:30JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/2AED 1,748
Fri 7/305:20DXB - JNB
1 stop11h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 10/313:20JNB - DXB
1 stop12h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/2AED 1,935
Sun 23/304:00DXB - JNB
2 stops34h 30mAir Tanzania
Fri 4/413:30JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 00mAir Tanzania
Deal found 25/2AED 2,057
Sun 25/517:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/513:55JNB - DXB
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2AED 2,060
Mon 24/201:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Sat 1/316:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 24/2AED 2,472
Fri 28/214:40DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Thu 13/318:50JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Deal found 25/2AED 2,765
Mon 3/304:25DXB - HLA
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/307:00HLA - DXB
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2AED 3,144

Find flights from Dubai to Johannesburg within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Johannesburg 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 25 February 2025.

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Dubai

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Johannesburg

Route

Departure

Return

Price

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 26/3

02:00-16:00

1 stop16h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/4

01:15-23:25

1 stop20h 10m

AED 1,733

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/3

04:25-13:10

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/4

14:30-04:10

1 stop11h 40m

AED 1,748

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 7/3

05:20-14:40

1 stop11h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

13:20-03:50

1 stop12h 30m

AED 1,935

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/3

04:00-12:30

2 stops34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/4

13:30-02:30

1 stop11h 00m

AED 2,057

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 25/5

17:10-03:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/5

13:55-11:40

1 stop19h 45m

AED 2,060

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 3/5

01:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

03:10-08:30

1 stop27h 20m

AED 2,604

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 22/4

09:55-16:15

Nonstop8h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/4

22:20-08:20

Nonstop8h 00m

AED 2,824

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - HLA

DXBHLA

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/3

10:40-20:55

1 stop12h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 15/3

12:55-05:25

1 stop14h 30m

AED 4,014

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 3/3

06:55-16:10

1 stop11h 15m

AED 1,028

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/3

17:45-03:55

1 stop12h 10m

AED 1,043

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg

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Travel insights for flights from Dubai to Johannesburg

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 64 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg (average of AED 516). Flying from Dubai 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 DXB to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai 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 25 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Dubai to Johannesburg is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dubai to Johannesburg?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to Johannesburg. 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 25 February 2025.

The most flights from DXB to ZA1 are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 25 February 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dubai to Johannesburg, such as Emirates, KLM and ASKY. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,257 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,257 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,257 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,257 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

ASKY
7.6
Good
52 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,257 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,590 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,257 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai 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 Dubai to Johannesburg?

    For a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg, you will be flying from Dubai Intl. Dubai Intl (DXB) is just 10.9 km from the centre of the city. Dubai Intl is the only Dubai airport and it handles 5 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. 8 airlines have flights to Johannesburg from Dubai Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dubai to Johannesburg return from AED 1,733. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from AED 1,748, and Qatar Airways, from AED 1,935. Kenya Airways is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Kenya Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as AED 1,028. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Air Tanzania, as they are both options that can get you from Dubai to Johannesburg for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Johannesburg?

    The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Johannesburg is AED 1,926. On average you can expect to pay AED 5,769. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for AED 1,755.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Dubai to Johannesburg?

    Flights departing from Dubai and landing in Johannesburg stopover in Nairobi most frequently. Dubai to Johannesburg flights stop in Addis Ababa the next most. Addis Ababa is followed by Lusaka in terms of the most popular stopover location for Dubai to Johannesburg flights.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Dubai to Johannesburg flights?

    Dubai to Johannesburg flights have a stopover in Kigali the least frequently. Dubai to Johannesburg flights stopping in Doha are the next rarest.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai 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 Dubai to Johannesburg?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg (average of AED 516). Flying from Dubai 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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RwandAirCheapestAED 1,306AverageAED 1,827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,566AverageAED 2,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,716AverageAED 2,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,726AverageAED 2,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,814AverageAED 2,845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,846AverageAED 2,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,319AverageAED 2,893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,818AverageAED 3,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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