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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R5 567

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 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
Jan 22 — Jan 291
1 adult

The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or May, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Dubai to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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

R9 592

One-way from

R5 567

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 451
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 28/2-4/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 30m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 23/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 15m total
  • Dubai to Johannesburg
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High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Fri 17/117:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 21/114:35JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/1R9 592
Sun 22/60:55DXB - JNB
1 stop25h 20mKenya Airways
Wed 9/712:10JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/1R9 686
Mon 3/211:50DXB - JNB
1 stop18h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 10/213:20JNB - DXB
1 stop12h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1R9 931
Sat 22/34:00DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mAir Tanzania
Sat 5/413:55JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 35mAir Tanzania
Deal found 16/1R10 645
Thu 13/20:35DXB - JNB
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/28:20JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1R10 890
Sun 16/31:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Fri 21/316:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 16/1R11 040
Sun 23/30:10DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Thu 27/322:20JNB - DXB
Nonstop7h 55mEmirates
Deal found 16/1R14 106

Find flights from Dubai to OR Tambo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to OR Tambo 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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DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 28/2

2:00-0:15

1 stop24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/4

1:15-23:30

1 stop20h 15m

R9 592

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 16/2

5:40-20:00

1 stop16h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/2

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

R9 837

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 3/2

11:50-3:55

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

13:20-3:50

1 stop12h 30m

R9 931

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 22/3

4:00-12:55

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/4

13:55-2:30

1 stop10h 35m

R10 645

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 13/2

0:35-3:55

1 stop29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/2

8:20-2:10

1 stop15h 50m

R10 890

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 16/3

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/3

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R11 040

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/3

0:10-6:20

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/3

22:20-8:15

Nonstop7h 55m

R14 106

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 23/1

2:00-0:15

1 stop24h 15m

R5 567

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 16/2

5:40-20:00

1 stop16h 20m

R5 661

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 5/2

23:30-8:35

2 stops35h 05m

R5 962

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Dubai with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Dubai to OR Tambo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 DXB to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to OR Tambo. 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 Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to OR Tambo. 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 January 2025.

The most flights from DXB to JNB are scheduled on a Wednesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air from Dubai to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

ASKY
7,7
Good
55 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

South African
7,7
Good
53 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to OR Tambo. 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 from for flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Dubai Intl (DXB) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Dubai Intl; the airport handles an average of 6 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the Dubai airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 10,9 km journey to Dubai Intl (DXB) from Dubai’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R9 592 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, starting at R9 837 and R9 931 round-trip. Kenya Airways is currently priced 19% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    R5 567 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Kenya Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from R5 661 and R6 113, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay R26 524 for a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R11 024 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R8 953.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Nairobi most often. Addis Ababa sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Doha least often.

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to OR Tambo 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 Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 779AverageR9 905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 833AverageR9 660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 105AverageR10 159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 407AverageR11 073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR10 614AverageR12 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR11 843AverageR14 631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR14 615AverageR16 954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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