Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from £321
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
4 Oct — 11 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 September 2026.
Wed 14/1014:05 -
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Wed 21/1013:15 -
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Deal found 1/9£434
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1 stop28h 25m
Sat 19/900:55 -
1 stop12h 00m
Deal found 31/8£436
Thu 17/910:05 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Mon 21/923:20 -
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Deal found 30/8£477
Sun 18/1022:20 -
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Sun 25/1010:10 -
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Deal found 3/9£480
Sun 4/1010:05 -
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Wed 7/1023:20 -
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Deal found 4/9£481
Wed 14/1019:10 -
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Wed 21/1014:25 -
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Deal found 1/9£482
Fri 4/914:30 -
1 stop11h 40m
Mon 7/902:55 -
1 stop12h 35m
Deal found 31/8£484
Sun 11/1008:20 -
1 stop16h 35m
Sun 18/1005:40 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 2/9£489
Fri 4/908:20 -
1 stop14h 50m
Wed 30/917:10 -
1 stop12h 45m
Deal found 1/9£489
Best flights from OR Tambo to Dubai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to Dubai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
Tue 24/1123:00 -
1 stop14h 45m
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Deal found 30/8£484
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Nonstop8h 25m
Deal found 30/8£565
Wed 14/1009:25 -
3 stops16h 00m
Wed 21/1011:45 -
1 stop18h 15m
Deal found 1/9£592
Tue 15/914:05 -
2 stops41h 45m
Sun 20/922:20 -
2 stops36h 50m
Deal found 2/9£691
Thu 17/910:05 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Wed 30/914:25 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 31/8£565
Tue 15/922:20 -
Nonstop8h 00m
Sun 20/923:20 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 31/8£569
Tue 15/919:25 -
2 stops18h 20m
Sun 20/905:40 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 3/9£718
Direct flights from OR Tambo to Dubai
Explore direct flight options from OR Tambo to Dubai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
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Mon 21/923:20 -
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Deal found 30/8£477
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Deal found 3/9£480
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Deal found 4/9£481
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Deal found 1/9£482
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Mon 28/914:25 -
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Deal found 31/8£565
Tue 15/922:20 -
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Sun 20/923:20 -
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Deal found 31/8£569
Sun 4/1010:05 -
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Sat 17/1014:25 -
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Deal found 4/9£571
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Fri 23/1014:25 -
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Deal found 1/9£573
Mon 19/1019:10 -
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Mon 26/1014:25 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 4/9£575
Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to Dubai
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to Dubai. Data last updated 4 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 4/914:30 -
1 stop11h 40m
Mon 7/902:55 -
1 stop12h 35m
Deal found 31/8£484
Fri 4/908:20 -
1 stop14h 50m
Wed 30/917:10 -
1 stop12h 45m
Deal found 1/9£489
Tue 15/917:00 -
1 stop28h 25m
Sat 19/900:55 -
1 stop12h 00m
Deal found 31/8£436
Thu 17/910:05 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Mon 21/923:20 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 30/8£477
Sun 4/1010:05 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Wed 7/1023:20 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 4/9£481
Sun 11/1008:20 -
1 stop16h 35m
Sun 18/1005:40 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 2/9£489
Wed 14/1014:05 -
1 stop19h 35m
Wed 21/1013:15 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 1/9£434
Wed 14/1019:10 -
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Wed 21/1014:25 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 1/9£482
Sun 18/1022:20 -
Nonstop8h 00m
Sun 25/1010:10 -
Nonstop8h 25m
Deal found 3/9£480
One-way flights from OR Tambo to Dubai
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to Dubai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
Tue 15/914:15 -
2 stops34h 15m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 31/8£321
Tue 29/917:55 -
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Deal found 1/9£334
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Deal found 31/8£383
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Deal found 2/9£403
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Deal found 31/8£471
Mon 4/118:45 -
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Deal found 31/8£480
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Deal found 31/8£483
Tue 15/914:30 -
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Deal found 31/8£497
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 30/8£497
Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Dubai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Dubai (DXB). 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 4 September 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 15/9
14:15-02:30
2 stops34h 15m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£325
Fastest return journey
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 15/9
13:30-23:40
Nonstop8h 10m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£388
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 16/12
14:15-04:05
2 stops11h 50m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£403
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 6/1
07:30-11:40
2 stops26h 10m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£471
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 4/1
18:45-06:25
2 stops33h 40m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£480
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 5/1
14:40-11:40
3 stops43h 00m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£483
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 24/11
23:00-15:45
1 stop14h 45m
Dubai Intl
Mon 30/11
05:40-20:10
1 stop16h 30m
£484
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 15/12
14:40-10:25
3 stops17h 45m
Dubai Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£497
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 24/11
18:50-05:05
Nonstop8h 15m
Dubai Intl
Mon 30/11
10:10-16:35
Nonstop8h 25m
£565
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 17/9
10:05-20:15
Nonstop8h 10m
Dubai Intl
Wed 30/9
14:25-20:35
Nonstop8h 10m
£565
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?
The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai is 84 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai (average of £445). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £555). 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 DXB?
Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 4 September 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai flights typically cost between £400 and £478 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £434 on Qatar Airways (14 Oct–21 Oct).
Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai
Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 4 September 2026.
The most flights from JNB to DXB are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).
How often are flights from Johannesburg to Dubai delayed?
About 10% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Dubai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 114 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Dubai flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday 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 Dubai flights?
Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?
Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 74% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Kigali (KGL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £368.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Dar Es Salaam (DAR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 10h 15m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Dar Es Salaam (DAR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 48m.
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 4 September 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,South African, andEthiopian Air from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Dubai from Johannesburg OR Tambo?
Most people fly into Dubai Intl (DXB) if they book a flight to Dubai from Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, Dubai Intl has 9 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 4 airlines. Dubai Intl is conveniently located just 6.8 mi from Dubai’s city center.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?
Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai will take you 8h 15m. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Dubai are separated by a distance of 3982 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai is Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £346 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and Emirates, starting at £376 and £450 round-trip. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 25% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?
Before booking your flight to Dubai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Emirates (88%), South African (88%), Condor( 83%).
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?
On average you can expect to pay £1,121 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai. The cheapest flight overall is £249 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at £488.
Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Dubai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai (average of £445). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £555). 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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