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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from £232

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 20/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai Intl are usually found in October or February, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£395

One-way from

£232

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£478

Good round-trip deal

£508 or less

Good one-way deal

£316 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 4/10-9/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Dubai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Dubai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 29 August 2025.

Tue 2/908:20JNB - DXB
1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/905:40DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£395
Sun 7/914:30JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 14/917:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/8£403
Fri 10/1001:25JNB - DXB
1 stop25h 10mKenya Airways
Fri 17/1000:55DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/8£406
Fri 28/1122:50JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 16/1204:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/8£407
Sun 31/814:30JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 4/904:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/8£416
Tue 21/1014:15JNB - DXB
2 stops34h 15mAir Tanzania
Mon 27/1004:00DXB - JNB
1 stop11h 15mAir Tanzania
Deal found 27/8£420
Mon 13/1022:50JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/1004:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/8£422
Sun 31/814:30JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/917:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£423
Thu 11/1222:50JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 18/1217:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£423
Sun 31/814:30JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/904:25DXB - JNB
1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/8£425
Wed 10/1222:50JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 18/1217:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/8£427
Fri 31/1022:50JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 3/1104:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/8£430

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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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Dubai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/10

22:50-15:45

1 stop14h 55m

Dubai Intl

Thu 9/10

17:10-03:55

1 stop12h 45m

£395

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

22:50-15:45

1 stop14h 55m

Dubai Intl

Mon 10/11

17:10-03:55

1 stop12h 45m

£395

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

01:25-04:35

1 stop25h 10m

Dubai Intl

Fri 17/10

00:55-10:55

1 stop12h 00m

£406

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

22:50-15:45

1 stop14h 55m

Dubai Intl

Mon 15/12

17:10-03:55

1 stop12h 45m

£406

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

22:50-15:45

1 stop14h 55m

Dubai Intl

Tue 16/12

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

£407

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

14:15-02:30

2 stops34h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 27/10

04:00-13:15

1 stop11h 15m

£420

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/10

14:30-02:55

1 stop10h 25m

Dubai Intl

Sun 2/11

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

£420

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

14:30-02:55

1 stop10h 25m

Dubai Intl

Mon 27/10

05:40-20:10

1 stop16h 30m

£420

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/10

22:50-15:45

1 stop14h 55m

Dubai Intl

Mon 20/10

04:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

£422

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/12

22:50-15:45

1 stop14h 55m

Dubai Intl

Thu 18/12

17:10-03:55

1 stop12h 45m

£423

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Dubai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai is 55 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai (average of £605). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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 29 August 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% 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 24 August 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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?

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 29 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, RwandAir, andSouth African 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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
3,322 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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
7.6
Good
36 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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
7.6
Good
43 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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
846 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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.
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
280 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

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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 8 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 5 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 14h 55m. 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 RwandAir. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £267 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, starting at £340 and £398 round-trip. Users have found that RwandAir is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £232. Egyptair flights start at £251 while deals on RwandAir start at £257 one-way.

  • 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: Condor (98%), Emirates (87%), South African( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?

    On average you can expect to pay £487 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai. The cheapest flight overall is £273 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at £422.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Dubai?

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

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai (average of £605). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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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RwandAirCheapest£267Average£332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£340Average£376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£398Average£478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapest£451Average£520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapest£566Average£584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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