Find flights
Airlines

R5 526+ Cheap flights to the United Arab Emirates

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DXB
Dec 24 — Dec 311
1 adult

Flights to United Arab Emirates in 2024

Find the latest flights to United Arab Emirates in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Return from

R8 552

One-way from

R5 526

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 009
18/2-28/2
  • 18/2-28/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Dubai
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 7/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in December 2024

Find flights to United Arab Emirates

Browse one-way and return flights deals to the United Arab Emirates on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 19 December 2024
Explore the United Arab Emirates

Find flight deals to United Arab Emirates

Cheapest flights to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Wed 25/1216:50JNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Sun 29/121:50DXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 17/12R8 588
Thu 26/128:20JNB - DXB
1 stop17h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 3/117:10DXB - JNB
1 stop28h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12R10 454
Wed 25/1213:55JNB - DXB
1 stop10h 35mAir Tanzania
Sun 29/124:00DXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mAir Tanzania
Deal found 18/12R12 103
Tue 31/1217:00JNB - DXB
1 stop29h 30mKenya Airways
Thu 9/12:00DXB - JNB
1 stop31h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/12R12 520
Fri 27/128:20JNB - DXB
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/116:05DXB - JNB
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R12 611
Thu 26/1213:25JNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mSouth African
Wed 1/114:40DXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mSouth African
Deal found 18/12R14 640

Find flights to United Arab Emirates within your budget

Locate flights to United Arab Emirates that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

8:20-9:55

1 stop23h 35m

Dubai Intl

Fri 28/2

16:05-3:55

1 stop13h 50m

R8 552

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/4

8:20-2:55

1 stop16h 35m

Dubai Intl

Sat 19/4

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

R8 588

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/1

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

Dubai Intl

Mon 27/1

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

R9 168

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/4

1:15-23:30

1 stop20h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sat 19/4

6:55-9:45

1 stop28h 50m

R10 056

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/1

18:50-5:05

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 27/1

4:10-10:25

Nonstop8h 15m

R10 944

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/1

13:10-23:25

1 stop32h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 15/1

10:00-11:25

1 stop27h 25m

R11 016

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/1

19:05-6:45

1 stop33h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 29/1

2:15-10:45

1 stop34h 30m

R11 342

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/1

8:50-10:15

1 stop23h 25m

Sharjah

Wed 5/2

21:15-15:35

1 stop20h 20m

R13 190

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/1

20:35-3:55

2 stops29h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 30/1

17:55-3:55

1 stop12h 00m

R13 770

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/1

18:50-5:05

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 22/1

14:40-20:50

Nonstop8h 10m

R13 788

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 18/12

Showing 1-10 of 36 results
1
2
3
4

Best time to book a flight to United Arab Emirates

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to United Arab Emirates with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights to United Arab Emirates

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to United Arab Emirates including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How long is the flight to United Arab Emirates?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates takes 11 hours 11 minutes. Flights to United Arab Emirates from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to United Arab Emirates?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to United Arab Emirates should consider flying on Thursday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to United Arab Emirates

The most flights from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to United Arab Emirates?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates are Qatar Airways, SAUDIA and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in United Arab Emirates by month

Plan your trip to United Arab Emirates by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Temperature in United Arab Emirates by month

Plan your trip to United Arab Emirates by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to United Arab Emirates, 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 United Arab Emirates

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Arab Emirates. 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 United Arab Emirates. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air, RwandAir and Kenya Airways to United Arab Emirates. 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
3 410 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,8
Good
66 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,6
Good
1 605 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,5
Good
3 792 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

What is good to know if travelling to United Arab Emirates?

  • The capital of the United Arab Emirates is Abu Dhabi. The city is renowned for its amazing parks and gardens, but if you’re traveling here make sure you get a glimpse of the rich history which can be explored in sites such as the Old Fort.
  • Dubai is the UAE’s shopping capital, which means that travelers that stop here have to check out the Mall of the Emirates, featuring an indoor ski arena, a palm tree-shaped man-made island, and the world’s only seven-star hotel!
  • Sharjah is the third largest emirate in the United Arab Emirates, and although not nearly as popular as Dubai or Abu Dhabi, it’s still a perfect place to submerge yourself in the culture and explore the beautifully restored old buildings.
  • Can I find cheaper flights to United Arab Emirates if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to United Arab Emirates on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to United Arab Emirates?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to United Arab Emirates.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in United Arab Emirates?

    Dubai Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in United Arab Emirates. One-way flights to Dubai Intl typically cost R1 273, while return flights cost around R2 562.

  • How much is a return flight to United Arab Emirates?

    A return flight to United Arab Emirates will typically cost around R188, however they can be found for as little as R162.

  • Where does the fastest flight to United Arab Emirates depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to United Arab Emirates, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Dubai Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Dubai Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Dubai Intl?

    Yes. Dubai Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sleep 'n Fly Sleep Lounge, B-Gates Terminal 3 - Transit Only is the closest property to Dubai Intl (0,0 km away from Dubai Intl).

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights to United Arab Emirates?

Cheapflights helps you search for flights to United Arab Emirates via 900+ travel sites so you don’t have to. After performing a flight search, users can also filter their flight selection by filtering for price, number of stops, airlines, and so on.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets to United Arab Emirates?

Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights to United Arab Emirates by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and we put them in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

Can Cheapflights find flights to United Arab Emirates with no change fees?

Cheapflights does show flights with no change fees to all users. To see these options for flights to United Arab Emirates, users can toggle the no change fees filter when performing a flight search.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights to United Arab Emirates become cheaper?

Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alerts, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to United Arab Emirates today and book when you’re ready!

100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.