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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to South Africa from R5 519

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
Jan 25 — Feb 11
1 adult

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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 509

One-way from

R5 519
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 28/2-4/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 55m total
  • Dubai to South Africa
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 25/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 00m total
  • Dubai to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2025.

Fri 24/12:00DXB - JNB
1 stop31h 40mKenya Airways
Tue 28/11:15JNB - DXB
1 stop21h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/1R9 509
Sat 22/217:10DXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 1/323:00JNB - DXB
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/1R9 527
Thu 23/113:25DXB - JNB
1 stop16h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 5/220:00JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R10 143
Sun 21/125:00DXB - JNB
1 stop28h 10mEgyptair
Fri 2/121:45JNB - DXB
1 stop19h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 20/1R10 254
Sat 22/34:00DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mAir Tanzania
Sat 5/413:55JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 35mAir Tanzania
Deal found 20/1R10 571
Wed 22/14:25DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/213:20JNB - DXB
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R10 870
Tue 21/111:50DXB - CPT
1 stop24h 40mQatar Airways
Tue 11/212:35CPT - DXB
1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1R12 977
Fri 21/31:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Sat 5/416:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 20/1R12 995
Thu 23/16:55DXB - CPT
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/26:50CPT - DXB
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R12 995
Fri 24/14:25DXB - CPT
1 stop12h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 5/28:55CPT - DXB
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/1R13 014
Tue 4/36:55DXB - CPT
2 stops32h 40mKenya Airways
Tue 11/314:25CPT - DXB
2 stops32h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/1R13 182
Tue 28/14:10DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Sat 1/222:20JNB - DXB
Nonstop7h 55mEmirates
Deal found 20/1R13 778

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 20 January 2025.

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DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 28/2

2:00-7:40

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/4

1:15-23:30

1 stop20h 15m

R9 509

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 22/2

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/3

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

R9 527

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 19/2

22:50-15:35

1 stop18h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/2

13:20-10:20

1 stop19h 00m

R10 180

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 571

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 20/3

2:00-10:55

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/3

13:20-3:50

1 stop12h 30m

R11 336

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 2/2

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/2

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

R12 790

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Thu 6/3

23:00-17:25

1 stop20h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/3

6:50-10:20

2 stops25h 30m

R12 995

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Wed 5/3

4:25-8:15

2 stops29h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/3

13:50-4:10

1 stop12h 20m

R13 033

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Tue 4/3

6:55-13:35

2 stops32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

14:25-0:30

2 stops32h 05m

R13 182

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Mon 3/3

2:00-15:45

2 stops15h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

7:00-0:30

2 stops15h 30m

R13 312

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to South Africa

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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 20 January 2025.

When flying from Dubai to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 20 January 2025.

The most flights from DXB to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, 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 20 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air, Air France and South African 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.
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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.

8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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.

7,8
Good
1 341 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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.

7,7
Good
53 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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.

7,5
Good
3 754 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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 519. Qatar Airways flights start at R5 985 while deals on Egyptair start at R6 507 one-way.

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

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

    While on average a flight from Dubai to South Africa is generally R26 293, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R10 928. When looking at the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R8 875 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 702AverageR12 594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 756AverageR11 780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 026AverageR12 964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 325AverageR12 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR10 522AverageR12 596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR11 740AverageR17 077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR14 488AverageR19 707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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