R5 050 Find Cheap Flights from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates

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Cheap Flights from OR Tambo to the United Arab Emirates

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Dubai
Dubai1 stopR8 104
Abu Dhabi
Abu DhabidirectR6 837
Dubai
Dubai1 stopR8 104
Abu Dhabi
Abu DhabidirectR6 837

Book Cheap OR Tambo to the United Arab Emirates Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from OR Tambo to the United Arab Emirates that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to the United Arab Emirates

Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 4
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 19:45JNB-AUH
7h 55mdirect
Etihad Airways Logo
2:05 - 8:20AUH-JNB
8h 15mdirect
R6 837Etihad Airways
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Thu, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 8
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 3:10JNB-AUH
16h 50m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 13:05AUH-JNB
10h 40m1 stop
R6 854Ethiopian Air
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Sat, Oct 18 - Sun, Nov 16
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 23:25JNB-DXB
28h 25m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
6:55 - 15:50DXB-JNB
10h 55m1 stop
R8 832Kenya Airways
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Wed, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 7
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 23:25JNB-DXB
28h 25m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
0:55 - 0:25DXB-JNB
25h 30m1 stop
R8 850Kenya Airways
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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 22:05JNB-AUH
30h 20m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
5:20 - 15:35AUH-JNB
12h 15m1 stop
R9 023Qatar Airways
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Thu, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 23
Air Tanzania Logo
14:15 - 2:30JNB-DXB
34h 15m2 stops
Air Tanzania Logo
4:00 - 13:15DXB-JNB
11h 15m1 stop
R9 093Air Tanzania
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Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21
Air Tanzania Logo
14:15 - 2:30JNB-DXB
34h 15m2 stops
Air Tanzania Logo
4:00 - 13:15DXB-JNB
11h 15m1 stop
R9 110Air Tanzania
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Mon, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 16
Egyptair Logo
21:45 - 15:10JNB-AUH
15h 25m1 stop
Egyptair Logo
5:05 - 7:10AUH-JNB
28h 05m1 stop
R9 145Egyptair
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Mon, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 16
Egyptair Logo
21:45 - 4:05JNB-AUH
28h 20m1 stop
Egyptair Logo
16:10 - 7:10AUH-JNB
17h 00m1 stop
R9 162Egyptair
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Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 3:50JNB-AUH
12h 05m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
17:55 - 3:55AUH-JNB
12h 00m1 stop
R9 266Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for OR Tambo to the United Arab Emirates flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from OR Tambo to the United Arab Emirates to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Arab Emirates flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to the United Arab Emirates from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport found in the last 72 hours was to Abu Dhabi, at R7 424 return. The most popular route is from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) to Dubai (DXB), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was R10 280.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Arab Emirates?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of R10 270, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Arab Emirates?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Arab Emirates, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Arab Emirates is October, when tickets cost R9 856 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, when the average cost of return tickets is R12 789 and R10 863 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Arab Emirates clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates, you should consider leaving on a Monday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, you’ll find the best rates on Mondays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Arab Emirates?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Arab Emirates, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the United Arab Emirates, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 7% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flightR5 050
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (20% more expensive on average)
Flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

FAQs - booking United Arab Emirates flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to United Arab Emirates up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to the United Arab Emirates?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to the United Arab Emirates is generally in the morning, when retur flights cost R758 on average. Morning departures are around 12% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to the United Arab Emirates is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R873.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to the United Arab Emirates

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to the following destinations at these prices or less: Abu Dhabi R6 439 one-way - R9 466 round-trip; Dubai R7 820 one-way - R11 506 round-trip

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to the United Arab Emirates

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from OR Tambo to the United Arab Emirates? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3336 reviews
8,0Comfort
8,3Crew
8,2Entertainment
8,1Boarding
7,9Food
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This was my first time flying with Emirates. Overall, the experience was very good. I thought the seats in economy would have been a bit more comfortable, but, they seem to be on par with other airlines. The food was excellent and very satisfying. If you can afford it, I would definitely suggest upgrading to at lest premium economy seats for long haul flights.

8,0 ExcellentCarlton, Sept 2025CPT - DXB
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This was my first time flying with Emirates. Overall, the experience was very good. I thought the seats in economy would have been a bit more comfortable, but, they seem to be on par with other airlines. The food was excellent and very satisfying. If you can afford it, I would definitely suggest upgrading to at lest premium economy seats for long haul flights.

I had a good experience flying with Emirates. All of the flights were on time staff was very professional and kind. So I had a positive experience..

Fantastic service the managed to locate my checked bag on the plans as re-tagged it for my final destination.

Food was excellent. Leg room in economy, not so good; I’m 6’-1”.

I lost my lock from my luggage, I don’t know someone took something from my bag.

We travelled in economy, were very satisfied with the comfort and keg space of the seats. Food was great compared to other airlines, the crew were very helpful and friendly. Since i was travelling with kids, i needed assistance multiple of times. Will be definitely taking long flights with Emirates from now on.

We loved flying with Emirates in business class, the staff were fabulous, going above & beyond

The flight from Beijing to Dubai was good. The flight from Dubai to Barcelona was excellent because of the staff on board.

The queue for checking for economy passengers was enormous! Only one desk open for economy faith s queue a mile long, whilst business and first class desks empty and unemployed. Will seriously consider changing to another next trip. Disappointed customer.

Delayed and missed connecting flight. But Emirates took care until next day flight. Thank you

Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

The food options were beef or veg, No alternatives for Hindus, that don't eat beef...

Flight was on time Seats ( business class) are terrible- you keep on slipping down as it doesn’t lie flat Food service is like economy class. Meals ( still wrapped in plastic) are just dropped in front of you

On time flight; otherwise not impressed by the check- in- purchased business class and the aircraft was downgraded; no refund given for the difference. Told I could access the lounge due to the above and was questioned by the lounge check- in person who was not friendly

Flight was cancelled with no notification until I reached the check-in desk at the airport. I also got downgraded and they lost my luggage.

Very bad. Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

Very bad, Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

The flight SA227 on 2nd March Sao Paulo to Cape Town was delayed by 3 hours. All other flights leaving Sao Paulo left on time. We were told that we were waiting for push back and a routing from Air traffic control. I don't believe this, what was the real reason for the flight delay?

I think more immigration officers at Or Tambo- I spent 90 mins in a queue before I can assisted and most people missed their appointments and meetings

Not sure it was a basic airline so nothing much to like but what was annoying was they delayed so much we missed our connecting flight and we had to almost fight to be out on the next flight and also even get food

Everything the crew werr nice and helpful plus the food was good

First keep the airline as you promise. Reason for travelling from Orlando to Tampa is to go with Qatar Airline. We end up with American Airline. As expected the service was horrible.

Indigo airlines is terrible. Staff is awful and so disorganized. They are so rude and unhelpful. I will never travel on Indigo airlines again!!!!!

The Qatar Airways staff pre-boarding and also on the flight from Dallas to Doha were incredibly mediocre and arrogant. Consider retraining these individuals Other flights were ok.

I purchased Qatar airways after seeing ads about its service. To my surprise Qatar is marketing gimmick and horrible airlines which I don’t recommend to anyone Flight was dirty including flight from Miami to Doha And Doha airport restrooms are dirty On top of this they use this pathetic cheap indigo From Doha to Hyderabad which I will never fly Also they lost one of my baggage in Indigo and still waiting to receive it. I will never travel Qatar and will never recommend

Overall good. Food choice in business class is a concern as same dishes on every flight for months. Crew is great and seats on this sector were fine . They need to have more variety in dining

Doha airport is huge , takes long time to reach gate .

Being a QR Platinum member traveling in business class, I expected the staff to be more courteous. Unfortunately, the lady staff was rude attending business class 1K side.

My carry on bag was taken by Alaska Air as we boarded in LAX! She said there was not room. There was plenty of room. I told her that my meds and personal items were in it. She did not care. She said it would be sent to my final destination, Nairobi. Well it got to Nairobi the day I was to fly home. The handle of my bag was crushed so could not retract. So I had to remove it. I had to buy converters, malaria medication. personal items. I filled out the missing form at the Nairobi airport. I asked that it be shipped to the Kisumu airport. When it was obviously not going to make it for my time in Kenya. I asked that it be sent to John Wayne Airport. NONE of that happened. I only knew it was at Nairobi because my air tag indicated it was finally in Nairobi the day I was leaving Kenya! Now I need to purchase a new carry on bag!!!

Noice cancelling headphones would be better since it’s a crowded plane And kids behaviors are unavoidable

Being a platinum member, no attention given. No towel or tissue provided.

They only gave us 30 minutes to make an international connecting flight. We didn’t make the connection but they did do a good job rebooking us despite the chaos. Our bags didn’t make it back and their process for customer support is pretty bad when it comes to luggage.

My recent experience with ASKY Airlines was disappointing. The check-in process was disorganized, and I was provided with inaccurate information regarding baggage requirements, resulting in unforeseen expenses. Additionally, the ground staff demonstrated a lack of professionalism and appeared insufficiently trained to handle passenger needs effectively. Regrettably, this initial encounter has left me reluctant to consider future travel with the airline.

The Boeing 737 MAX on this route, flown in the middle of the night, is an UTTER FAILURE for business travellers. The whole point of business travel is to arrive alert and recover from travel quickly, and this little aeroplane with its quarter recline uncomfortable business seats does nothing for that. It’s a small step up from economy in that you have decent legroom, but that’s it. Absolute margin at the cost of the traveller.

POSITIVES The hostesses were mostly pleasant, NEGATIVES The full flight wifi was horrible, hardly able to use it. My charger port was not working which made me use my neighbour's port which resulted in an accident which ruined her flight. During dinner, meat ran out when the cart got to us forcing us to eat vegetarian which was not great. We watched everyone around us eating meat. My wifi did not transfer to the second leg of my trip as they promised as they changed the plane. I was thrown off the window seat I booked for the 2nd leg of my journey as they changed planes, all done at my expense. This was not a cheap flight ($2600) which i hurriedly had to book to attend my mother's funeral who passed away suddenly. I was honestly disappointed with the whole saga as I heard Ethiopian Airlines was one of Africa's best.

Food hardly ever changes Videos not often updated for often travel.

The flight is packed and it feels like the space per individual has gotten smaller. Excruciating for a 14hr flight.

Were not told that carryon laggage has to be only 12 kgs but my bag was heavier asked to pay an additional $550.00. I could have upgraded to a bussiness class for that price and no one at the gate to upgrade but able to take money for the extra weight. I felt like this was a setup scam.

I had a comfortable seat that makes my trip wonderful. I appreciate the Ethiopia crew, they were very helpful

The hygiene was super bad. Smells bad and air refreshment is highly advisable. The crew made some one else sit in my spot and no one is checking seat number and people are jumping to sit on other people’s allocated seat.

i send you separate claim of what happens ,I buy ticketed from you and you said that it is confirmed and shall send the ticket in 24 hrs but you did not send and when we go to Ethiopian air line counter they say it is pending and we dont know why ,and we forced to buy another ticket ,and this all because Ethiopian air lines canceled the return flight from Adi Ababa to Amman, please note that we buy all the tickets through your app and hold you responsible for all loss and discomfort.

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