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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to South Africa from R5 421

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 20/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
fev 1 — fev 81
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Cheap flight deals from Dubai to South Africa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to South Africa (ZA0). 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 27 janeiro 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 239

One-way from

R5 421

Good round-trip deal

R15 009 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 031 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 16/6-25/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 05m total
  • Dubai to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 20/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 55m total
  • Dubai to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to South Africa
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seg 16/60:55DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 55mKenya Airways
qua 25/61:15JNB - DXB
1 stop20h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/1R9 239
sex 2/517:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
qui 15/57:45JNB - DXB
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R9 258
qui 30/113:25DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 30mQatar Airways
qua 12/220:00JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 556
ter 25/24:00DXB - JNB
2 stops12h 55mAir Tanzania
dom 2/313:30JNB - DXB
1 stop11h 00mAir Tanzania
Deal found 27/1R10 096
dom 9/20:35DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
sex 14/214:35JNB - DXB
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1R10 394
seg 24/35:40DXB - CPT
1 stop33h 20mEthiopian Air
ter 1/413:50CPT - DXB
1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R12 387
sáb 15/1123:25DXB - CPT
1 stop20h 00mQatar Airways
ter 25/1112:35CPT - DXB
1 stop19h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R12 574
ter 4/322:50DXB - CPT
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
ter 11/36:05CPT - DXB
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1R12 592
ter 8/70:55DXB - DUR
2 stops15h 55mKenya Airways
qui 14/815:20DUR - DXB
2 stops30h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/1R12 965
sex 21/31:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
sáb 5/416:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 27/1R12 984
qua 29/14:10DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
qua 12/213:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Deal found 27/1R13 915
qua 9/717:10DXB - DUR
2 stops16h 40mMultiple Airlines
qui 14/88:40DUR - DXB
2 stops16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1R14 064

Find flights from Dubai to South Africa within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to South Africa 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 27 janeiro 2025.

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DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

seg 16/6

0:55-15:50

1 stop16h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qua 25/6

1:15-23:25

1 stop20h 10m

R9 239

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

sex 2/5

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 15/5

7:45-2:55

1 stop17h 10m

R9 258

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

ter 25/2

4:00-14:55

2 stops12h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom 2/3

13:30-2:30

1 stop11h 00m

R10 096

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

sex 2/5

5:30-17:00

1 stop13h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 15/5

13:35-10:15

1 stop18h 40m

R10 376

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

dom 9/2

0:35-13:10

1 stop14h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 14/2

14:35-9:55

1 stop17h 20m

R10 394

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

seg 24/3

5:40-13:00

1 stop33h 20m

Cape Town Intl

ter 1/4

13:50-4:10

1 stop12h 20m

R12 387

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

sex 16/5

23:25-10:50

1 stop13h 25m

Cape Town Intl

qui 22/5

9:00-3:15

2 stops16h 15m

R12 741

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

sex 21/3

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb 5/4

16:50-8:30

1 stop13h 40m

R12 984

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

ter 18/2

13:25-17:25

1 stop30h 00m

Cape Town Intl

seg 24/2

6:05-10:20

2 stops26h 15m

R12 984

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

qua 5/3

4:10-10:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

seg 10/3

22:20-8:15

Nonstop7h 55m

R13 989

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to South Africa

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Dubai to South Africa 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 janeiro 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 4% on flights from Dubai to South Africa by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Dubai to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 26 January 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to South Africa. 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 27 janeiro 2025.

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

Rainfall in South Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa 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 South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 27 janeiro 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Kenya Airways, Emirates and Ethiopian Air from Dubai to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 337 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

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
3 337 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 337 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

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.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 334 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 337 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

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
7,6
Good
54 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 337 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

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
3 726 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 337 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

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 South Africa. 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 South Africa?

    Located just 10,9 km from the city centre, Dubai Intl (DXB) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to South Africa from Dubai.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to South Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Kenya Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 421. Ethiopian Air flights start at R5 532 while deals on Air Tanzania start at R5 980 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Dubai to South Africa are Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Dubai Intl - Cape Town Intl and Dubai Intl - Sun City Resort Pilansberg.

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

    While on average a flight from Dubai to South Africa is generally R14 410, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R10 829. When looking at the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R8 885 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Dubai to South Africa 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Dubai to South Africa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Dubai to South Africa. 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 27 janeiro 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 716AverageR12 310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 658AverageR12 378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 748AverageR9 665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 918AverageR13 107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 317AverageR12 476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 712AverageR17 075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR14 471AverageR19 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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