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Cheap flights from South Africa to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from R5 181

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
Feb 19 — Feb 261
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Dubai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Dubai flight deals. Data was last updated 14 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 827

One-way from

R5 181

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R9 955

Good round-trip deal

R12 537 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 481 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 2/3-5/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 10m total
  • South Africa to Dubai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 30m total
  • South Africa to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R17 451 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 050 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Dubai Intl.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Dubai Intl.
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 February 2025.

Sat 22/216:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Tue 25/21:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 12/2R7 808
Tue 18/213:20JNB - DXB
1 stop20h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 25/211:50DXB - JNB
1 stop18h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/2R8 179
Tue 25/28:20JNB - DXB
1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/34:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/2R8 512
Mon 10/314:35JNB - DXB
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/316:05DXB - JNB
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2R8 937
Sat 15/313:50CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 22/34:25DXB - CPT
1 stop12h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R9 825
Mon 3/313:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Sun 9/314:40DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 12/2R10 158
Sun 30/313:30JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 00mAir Tanzania
Sun 6/44:00DXB - JNB
2 stops34h 30mAir Tanzania
Deal found 12/2R10 380
Sun 16/319:10DUR - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Sat 22/310:40DXB - DUR
Nonstop8h 30mEmirates
Deal found 13/2R10 732
Sun 16/31:15JNB - DXB
1 stop26h 30mKenya Airways
Wed 19/32:00DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/2R10 750
Fri 4/413:10JNB - DXB
1 stop32h 00mAir Mauritius
Wed 10/1210:00DXB - JNB
1 stop27h 25mAir Mauritius
Deal found 13/2R10 824
Wed 12/314:30CPT - DXB
2 stops13h 15mKenya Airways
Tue 18/32:00DXB - CPT
2 stops13h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/2R11 010
Mon 3/311:55DUR - DXB
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/35:20DXB - DUR
2 stops14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2R11 010

Find flights from South Africa to Dubai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 14 February 2025.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Dubai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/3

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

Dubai Intl

Wed 5/3

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

R7 827

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/3

8:50-3:50

1 stop17h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sun 9/3

22:50-9:25

1 stop12h 35m

R8 179

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/2

8:20-2:55

1 stop16h 35m

Dubai Intl

Sun 2/3

4:25-13:10

1 stop10h 45m

R8 512

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

14:35-9:55

1 stop17h 20m

Dubai Intl

Fri 14/3

16:05-3:55

1 stop13h 50m

R8 937

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/3

13:50-2:55

1 stop11h 05m

Dubai Intl

Sat 22/3

4:25-14:30

1 stop12h 05m

R9 825

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/3

13:25-23:45

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sun 9/3

14:40-20:50

Nonstop8h 10m

R10 158

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/3

13:30-2:30

1 stop11h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sun 6/4

4:00-12:30

2 stops34h 30m

R10 380

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 17/3

11:55-10:20

2 stops20h 25m

Dubai Intl

Mon 24/3

23:00-13:15

2 stops16h 15m

R10 436

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 12/3

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 19/3

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R10 732

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/3

1:15-5:45

1 stop26h 30m

Dubai Intl

Thu 20/3

6:55-10:55

1 stop30h 00m

R10 750

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Dubai

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Dubai

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Dubai (average of R535). Flying from South Africa to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R741). 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 ZA to DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 14 February 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from South Africa to Dubai in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 5% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Dubai?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Dubai

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 14 February 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Dubai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dubai ranges from 10.0 - 40.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 40.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Dubai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Dubai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dubai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August 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 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 14 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM and SWISS from South Africa 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
3 294 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 294 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 294 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 334 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 294 reviews
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Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

SWISS
7,5
Good
1 578 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 294 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 659 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 294 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Dubai. 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 Dubai from South Africa?

    Most people fly into Dubai Intl (DXB) if they book a flight to Dubai from South Africa. Dubai Intl is conveniently located just 10,9 km from Dubai’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa 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 R5 181. RwandAir flights start at R5 958 while deals on Kenya Airways start at R6 125 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Dubai?

    When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Dubai, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl, Cape Town Intl - Dubai Intl or Durban King Shaka Intl - Dubai Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Dubai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R110. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl) can be booked for R8 197 on average our data indicates R25 172 when flying from South Africa to Dubai.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Dubai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Dubai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Dubai (average of R535). Flying from South Africa to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R741). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Dubai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 14 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air MauritiusCheapestR5 978AverageR11 157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR6 589AverageR12 363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SAUDIACheapestR7 161AverageR7 632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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RwandAirCheapestR7 579AverageR9 425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 791AverageR10 531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 140AverageR9 985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 375AverageR11 595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 417AverageR14 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR9 234AverageR13 473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR10 241AverageR12 290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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