Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 15 minutes.
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg two hours behind Dubai.
Take your pick of 28 weekly Dubai Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flights. The 04:05 departure with Emirates is the earliest available. Emirates operates the latest service of the day at 23:25.
Leave plenty of time to make your DXB to JNB flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Emirates is your ticket to exploring Johannesburg (and maybe even some other exciting parts of South Africa!). Check out the direct flights from Dubai Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport offered by this carrier.
Emirates is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier that operates DXB to JNB flights, with 76.45% of its services arriving as planned.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DXB and JNB:
Hamad International Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
At the moment, R 4,797 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,562. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DXB to JNB if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of the departures from Dubai Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
To get to Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near DXB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
Book a hotel near JNB if you're catching a late Dubai Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Johannesburg and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to the centre of Johannesburg has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Dubai Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport for January if you want to visit Johannesburg during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DXB to JNB in July. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. About 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Soweto, Hector Pieterson Museum and Nelson Mandela Former House.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience major highlights starting with Statue of Nelson Mandela, Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve.


