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$311+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AUH
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in February or September, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$426
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$311
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$548

Good round-trip deal

$591 or less

Good one-way deal

$393 or less
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/179:50 amJNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Mon 9/222:20 amAUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/15$399
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/28:20 amJNB - AUH
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/84:25 amAUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/17$426
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/319:50 amJNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 11/62:05 amAUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/16$441
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/302:30 pmJNB - AUH
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/54:25 amAUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$447
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/179:50 amJNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 10/232:10 amAUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/17$451
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2410:50 pmJNB - AUH
1 stop26h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/24:25 amAUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/17$485
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2410:50 pmJNB - AUH
1 stop26h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 10/54:25 amAUH - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/17$500
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/189:50 amJNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Wed 10/12:10 amAUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/17$516
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/199:50 amJNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Sun 10/52:10 amAUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/17$537
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/199:50 amJNB - AUH
Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 10/22:10 amAUH - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/17$557
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/109:45 pmJNB - AUH
1 stop15h 25mEgyptair
Sun 11/164:10 pmAUH - JNB
1 stop17h 00mEgyptair
Deal found 9/16$563

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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Abu Dhabi

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/10

8:20 am-3:10 am

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 2/17

8:55 am-8:10 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$428

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/31

9:50 am-7:45 pm

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 11/6

2:05 am-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 15m

$441

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/30

2:30 pm-3:10 am

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 11/5

4:25 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$447

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/17

9:50 am-7:45 pm

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 10/23

2:10 am-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 10m

$534

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/31

8:20 am-3:10 am

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 11/6

4:25 am-8:10 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$574

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/10

9:50 am-7:45 pm

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 11/16

2:05 am-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 15m

$579

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/11

9:50 am-7:45 pm

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 2/12

2:05 am-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 15m

$602

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/10

2:30 pm-3:10 am

1 stop10h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 11/16

4:25 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$616

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/5

9:50 am-7:45 pm

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 12/8

2:05 am-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 15m

$626

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/30

8:20 am-3:10 am

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 12/3

4:25 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$633

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $893). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). 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 JNB to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 9% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. 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 Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi 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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,251 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi. 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 into for flights to Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi. You should not have trouble finding flights to Zayed Intl from Johannesburg OR Tambo; the airport handles an average of 5 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Abu Dhabi airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 17.4 mi journey from Zayed Intl (AUH) to Abu Dhabi’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi in 7h 55m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Etihad Airways to get the fastest option. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Abu Dhabi are separated by a distance of 3911 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $379 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Qatar Airways, starting at $480. Etihad Airways is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi consider choosing Etihad Airways (71%), Scandinavian Airlines (71%) or China Eastern (71%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi is generally $1,453, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $313. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl), you can expect to pay $587 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $893). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). 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 2 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$379Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$480Average$619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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