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Flight deals from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 8,796. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Dubai.R 4,505 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,505, select.

Dubai.R 4,632 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,632, select.

Dubai.R 4,639 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,639, select.

Dubai.R 4,719 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 27 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,719, select.

Dubai.R 4,783 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,783, select.

Dubai.R 5,016 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,016, select.

Dubai.R 5,167 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 May.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 23 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,167, select.

Dubai.R 5,176 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,176, select.

Dubai.R 5,764 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,764, select.

Dubai.R 5,849 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,849, select.

Dubai.R 6,305 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,305, select.

Dubai.R 6,305 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,305, select.

Dubai.R 6,305 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,305, select.

Dubai.R 6,332 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,332, select.

Dubai.R 6,336 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,336, select.

Dubai.R 6,347 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,347, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai: Alternative routes

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Johannesburg to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 4,505
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	8 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airline	South African Airways
Average flights per week	73

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai is R 8,737. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai?

8 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai.

Which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai?

South African Airways, Emirates and Condor fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai.

How many flights are there a week from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai?

As of August 2026, there are 73 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai?

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport on Wednesday, 16 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 8 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Dubai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dubai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Dubai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai with?

Currently, Qatar Airways and Emirates offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport is 8 hours 10 minutes.
Dubai is two hours ahead of Johannesburg and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Choose from 28 weekly Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 10:05 departure with Emirates is the earliest flight you can take. Emirates operates the latest service of the day at 22:20.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to DXB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Emirates is your ticket to exploring Dubai (and perhaps some other exciting parts of the United Arab Emirates!). Browse the direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport offered by this carrier.
Emirates is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier that operates JNB to DXB flights. A reliable 81.82% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between JNB and DXB:
- Addis Ababa Airport
- Durban King Shaka International Airport
- Lusaka Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Dubai Airport (DXB)

R 4,505 is the best price for a one-way Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 8,737. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JNB to DXB if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Finding cheap flights from JNB to DXB couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport.

Handy information about Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport from central Johannesburg, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)

If you have a late Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near DXB:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and explore beyond Dubai's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.

When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)

The quietest month for a flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Dubai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JNB to DXB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

You've visited Dubai, now it's time to discover more of the United Arab Emirates. Travel about 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to tick off its top attractions. From Rain Room to Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, about 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are the start of reasons to visit.