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Cheap flights from South Africa to Dubai from R5 589

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 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
Nov 20 — Nov 271
1 adult

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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 622 856 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

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JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/12

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

Dubai Intl

Wed 22/1

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

R8 584

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/11

8:20-2:55

1 stop16h 35m

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/12

4:25-13:10

1 stop10h 45m

R8 638

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/2

1:15-0:30

1 stop21h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 24/2

2:00-10:55

1 stop10h 55m

R9 278

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/3

14:15-2:30

1 stop10h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sat 8/3

4:00-13:15

2 stops11h 15m

R9 698

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/1

13:50-2:55

1 stop11h 05m

Dubai Intl

Tue 28/1

5:40-13:45

1 stop34h 05m

R10 848

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/2

23:00-5:45

1 stop28h 45m

Dubai Intl

Mon 10/2

6:55-16:40

2 stops35h 45m

R10 994

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/1

13:25-23:45

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Mon 27/1

14:40-20:50

Nonstop8h 10m

R11 013

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/3

23:35-23:25

1 stop21h 50m

Dubai Intl

Sun 9/3

10:00-21:50

1 stop13h 50m

R11 488

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/2

12:35-20:55

1 stop30h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sat 1/3

22:50-17:25

1 stop20h 35m

R11 579

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 26/11

19:25-15:45

2 stops18h 20m

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/12

17:10-9:10

2 stops18h 00m

R11 707

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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) 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 15 November 2024.

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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 15 November 2024.

Tue 19/118:20JNB - DXB
1 stop29h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 25/115:40DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11R8 456
Sun 24/1116:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Sat 30/111:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 14/11R8 584
Wed 20/111:15JNB - DXB
1 stop21h 15mKenya Airways
Mon 25/116:55DXB - JNB
1 stop19h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/11R9 679
Fri 15/118:50JNB - DXB
1 stop17h 00mQatar Airways
Thu 21/1111:50DXB - JNB
1 stop28h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/11R10 319
Sat 21/1214:15JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 15mAir Tanzania
Fri 27/124:00DXB - JNB
1 stop11h 15mAir Tanzania
Deal found 15/11R10 720
Mon 18/1113:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Thu 21/114:10DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Deal found 15/11R10 940
Thu 5/1213:50CPT - DXB
1 stop23h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 9/124:25DXB - CPT
1 stop12h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R11 177
Tue 26/1119:25DUR - DXB
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/1217:10DXB - DUR
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11R11 707
Wed 27/1121:45JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 15mEgyptair
Sat 30/1116:20DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 14/11R11 816
Tue 3/1216:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/124:00DXB - JNB
2 stops11h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11R11 981
Wed 11/126:00CPT - DXB
2 stops40h 30mKenya Airways
Thu 9/12:00DXB - CPT
2 stops43h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/11R12 090
Tue 31/127:00CPT - DXB
2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/11:50DXB - CPT
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11R13 332

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 R515). Flying from South Africa to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R644). 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 15 November 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Dubai as you normally would.

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 15 November 2024.

The most flights from ZA0 to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 15 November 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and Emirates 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
3 505 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 505 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 505 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

South African
7,7
Good
90 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 505 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7,6
Good
1 638 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 857 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

RwandAir
7,5
Good
35 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 589. RwandAir flights start at R5 844 while deals on Kenya Airways start at R6 027 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 R7 734. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl) can be booked for R7 269 on average our data indicates R36 584 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 R515). Flying from South Africa to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R644). 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 622 856 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapestR7 053AverageR7 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Search SAUDIA flights
Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 668AverageR10 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
RwandAirCheapestR7 894AverageR9 475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search RwandAir flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR7 899AverageR9 554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 214AverageR11 231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Kenya Airways flights
EgyptairCheapestR8 308AverageR9 562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Egyptair flights
EmiratesCheapestR9 144AverageR12 188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 502AverageR11 761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
Air TanzaniaCheapestR10 081AverageR10 767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Air Tanzania flights
South AfricanCheapestR12 566AverageR15 339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search South African flights

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