Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from £386
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 23/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
16 Sep — 23 Sep1
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 17 August 2026.
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Deal found 16/8£431
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Sun 20/906:45 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 14/8£436
Sat 5/901:15 -
1 stop26h 10m
Sat 12/906:45 -
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Deal found 15/8£437
Wed 19/814:30 -
1 stop10h 25m
Wed 26/817:10 -
1 stop12h 45m
Deal found 13/8£471
Mon 31/801:15 -
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Mon 14/906:45 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 12/8£472
Sat 29/822:20 -
Nonstop8h 00m
Sun 13/914:25 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 12/8£476
Fri 28/822:50 -
1 stop14h 55m
Sat 12/917:10 -
1 stop12h 45m
Deal found 14/8£479
Sun 30/822:50 -
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Wed 9/905:40 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 14/8£482
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1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 14/8£483
Wed 26/822:50 -
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Tue 15/917:35 -
1 stop12h 20m
Deal found 12/8£487
Tue 25/814:30 -
1 stop10h 25m
Mon 14/902:55 -
1 stop12h 35m
Deal found 14/8£488
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 17 August 2026.
Thu 27/822:50 -
1 stop14h 55m
Fri 11/902:55 -
1 stop12h 35m
Deal found 14/8£488
Thu 19/1118:50 -
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Mon 30/1108:40 -
2 stops27h 00m
Deal found 17/8£509
Tue 15/919:10 -
Nonstop8h 15m
Sun 20/923:20 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 17/8£572
Tue 15/918:10 -
2 stops15h 30m
Sun 20/911:45 -
1 stop18h 15m
Deal found 13/8£637
Mon 31/822:50 -
1 stop14h 55m
Sun 13/917:10 -
1 stop12h 45m
Deal found 14/8£488
Thu 24/914:30 -
1 stop11h 40m
Wed 30/902:55 -
1 stop12h 35m
Deal found 17/8£497
Wed 30/918:00 -
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Tue 6/1004:30 -
2 stops31h 10m
Deal found 16/8£558
Thu 24/908:20 -
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Wed 30/905:40 -
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Deal found 17/8£497
Tue 15/913:30 -
2 stops32h 50m
Sun 20/904:30 -
2 stops31h 10m
Deal found 13/8£562
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 17 August 2026.
Sat 29/822:20 -
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Sun 13/914:25 -
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Deal found 12/8£476
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Deal found 16/8£479
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Sat 12/904:05 -
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Deal found 14/8£537
Sat 29/810:05 -
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Fri 11/914:25 -
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Deal found 12/8£570
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Sat 17/1014:25 -
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Deal found 17/8£570
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Sun 20/923:20 -
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Deal found 15/8£571
Thu 17/910:05 -
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Mon 21/914:25 -
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Deal found 12/8£572
Tue 29/910:05 -
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Tue 6/1023:20 -
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Deal found 15/8£586
Mon 28/922:20 -
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Mon 5/1023:20 -
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Deal found 14/8£811
Sat 29/819:10 -
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Deal found 12/8£858
Fri 28/822:20 -
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Mon 14/909:55 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 12/8£859
Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to Dubai
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to Dubai. Data last updated 17 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
Wed 19/814:30 -
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Wed 26/817:10 -
1 stop12h 45m
Deal found 13/8£471
Tue 25/814:30 -
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Mon 14/902:55 -
1 stop12h 35m
Deal found 14/8£488
Wed 26/822:50 -
1 stop14h 55m
Tue 15/917:35 -
1 stop12h 20m
Deal found 12/8£487
Fri 28/822:50 -
1 stop14h 55m
Sat 12/917:10 -
1 stop12h 45m
Deal found 14/8£479
Sat 29/822:20 -
Nonstop8h 00m
Sun 13/914:25 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 12/8£476
Sun 30/822:50 -
1 stop14h 55m
Wed 9/905:40 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 14/8£482
Mon 31/801:15 -
1 stop25h 20m
Mon 14/906:45 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 12/8£472
Mon 31/814:30 -
1 stop10h 25m
Thu 10/904:25 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 14/8£483
Sat 5/901:15 -
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Sat 12/906:45 -
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Deal found 15/8£437
Mon 14/901:15 -
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Sun 20/906:45 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 14/8£436
Fri 18/917:00 -
1 stop10h 25m
Sun 20/900:55 -
1 stop12h 00m
Deal found 16/8£431
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 17 August 2026.
Sun 23/810:05 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 16/8£386
Sat 22/814:30 -
1 stop10h 25m
Deal found 16/8£525
Mon 24/805:00 -
3 stops21h 10m
Deal found 17/8£868
Tue 15/912:30 -
3 stops37h 40m
Deal found 15/8£961
Mon 24/813:30 -
Nonstop8h 10m
Deal found 17/8£1,406
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 17 August 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 August 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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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 27/8
22:50-15:45
1 stop14h 55m
Dubai Intl
Fri 11/9
02:55-13:30
1 stop12h 35m
£488
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 31/8
22:50-15:45
1 stop14h 55m
Dubai Intl
Sun 13/9
17:10-03:55
1 stop12h 45m
£488
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 24/9
14:30-04:10
1 stop11h 40m
Dubai Intl
Wed 30/9
02:55-13:30
1 stop12h 35m
£497
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 24/9
08:20-01:10
1 stop14h 50m
Dubai Intl
Wed 30/9
05:40-20:10
1 stop16h 30m
£497
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 19/11
18:50-03:10
1 stop30h 20m
Dubai Intl
Mon 30/11
08:40-09:40
2 stops27h 00m
£509
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 30/9
18:00-02:30
1 stop30h 30m
Dubai Intl
Tue 6/10
04:30-09:40
2 stops31h 10m
£558
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 15/9
13:30-00:20
2 stops32h 50m
Dubai Intl
Sun 20/9
04:30-09:40
2 stops31h 10m
£562
Fastest return journey
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 15/9
19:10-05:25
Nonstop8h 15m
Dubai Intl
Sun 20/9
23:20-05:30
Nonstop8h 10m
£572
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 15/9
18:10-11:40
2 stops15h 30m
Dubai Intl
Sun 20/9
11:45-04:00
1 stop18h 15m
£637
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey
JohannesburgDubai
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl
JNBDXB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 23/8
10:05-20:15
Nonstop8h 10m
£386
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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Dubai
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Cheapflights Insights
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 £443). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £553). 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 17 August 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 15% 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 8 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 below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai flights typically cost between £447 and £547 in September.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £431 on Kenya Airways (18 Sept–20 Sept).
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 17 August 2026.
The most flights from JNB to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 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 109 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.
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 17 August 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 10 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 16h 35m. 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 £345 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and Emirates, starting at £376 and £449 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 (92%), South African (92%), Condor( 89%).
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?
On average you can expect to pay £1,090 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai. The cheapest flight overall is £283 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at £471.
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 £443). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £553). 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.
Explore flights to Dubai departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 17 August 2026.
Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 August 2026.
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