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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi from R4 796

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AUH
Jan 22 — Jan 291
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). 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 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 087

One-way from

R4 796

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 307
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/2-21/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Mon 10/213:20JNB - AUH
1 stop12h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 21/25:25AUH - JNB
1 stop11h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1R8 087
Sun 20/421:45JNB - AUH
1 stop15h 45mEgyptair
Sat 26/416:30AUH - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEgyptair
Deal found 16/1R10 532
Tue 4/219:10JNB - AUH
1 stop28h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/22:15AUH - JNB
1 stop34h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/1R11 605
Wed 22/110:00JNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 50mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/12:20AUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/1R11 755
Mon 10/213:20JNB - AUH
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/25:25AUH - JNB
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R12 131
Wed 23/419:00JNB - AUH
1 stop22h 25mLufthansa
Thu 1/52:30AUH - JNB
2 stops32h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1R18 883
Thu 13/319:35JNB - AUH
2 stops21h 50mBrussels Airlines
Tue 18/32:25AUH - JNB
2 stops33h 05mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 16/1R20 538

Find flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

13:20-3:55

1 stop12h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 21/2

5:25-14:40

1 stop11h 15m

R8 087

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/4

21:45-15:30

1 stop15h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 27/4

16:30-7:10

1 stop16h 40m

R10 532

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/2

19:10-1:15

1 stop28h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 10/2

2:15-10:45

1 stop34h 30m

R11 605

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

13:20-3:55

1 stop12h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 21/2

5:25-8:10

2 stops28h 45m

R12 131

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

9:55-19:45

Nonstop7h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 20/2

2:20-8:35

Nonstop8h 15m

R13 993

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/4

19:00-19:25

1 stop22h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 1/5

2:30-8:35

2 stops32h 05m

R18 883

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/3

19:35-19:25

2 stops21h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 18/3

2:25-9:30

2 stops33h 05m

R20 538

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/1

8:50-3:55

1 stop17h 05m

R4 796

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/2

6:30-16:25

2 stops31h 55m

R7 260

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/1

10:00-19:50

Nonstop7h 50m

R7 749

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 26 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 Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi (average of R475). Flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi in August is currently the most expensive (average of R718). 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 AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Abu Dhabi by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Abu Dhabi ranges from 10.0 - 20.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 20.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Abu Dhabi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Abu Dhabi by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Abu Dhabi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 35.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. 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 Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Lufthansa from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
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Boarding

7,6

Food

7,4

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
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Boarding

7,6

Food

7,4

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 199 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Food

7,4

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Brussels Airlines
7,4
Good
349 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Food

7,4

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 925 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Food

7,4

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Egyptair
6,9
Okay
398 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Food

7,4

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Related info for your journey

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

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH), located 28,0 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. 4 airlines have flights to Zayed Intl from Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Johannesburg per day.

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

    Currently priced at R8 087, Qatar Airways will fly you from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Egyptair and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R10 532 and R11 605, respectively. These flights start at 26% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Etihad Airways (50%), SriLankan Airlines (50%) or Scandinavian Airlines (50%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R4 604. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for R8 031 on average our data indicates R25 397 when flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Abu Dhabi stopover in Doha most frequently.

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

    Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Dubai.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi (average of R475). Flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi in August is currently the most expensive (average of R718). 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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