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$326+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB)

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 6/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$490
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$326
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$603

Good round-trip deal

$798 or less

Good one-way deal

$443 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 11/410:50 pmJNB - DXB
1 stop14h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/104:25 amDXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/10$490
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/31:15 amJNB - DXB
1 stop21h 15mKenya Airways
Mon 11/102:00 amDXB - JNB
1 stop15h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/12$509
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/102:15 pmJNB - DXB
2 stops34h 15mAir Tanzania
Thu 7/174:00 amDXB - JNB
1 stop11h 15mAir Tanzania
Deal found 6/12$535
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Mon 7/141:55 pmJNB - DXB
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/201:50 amDXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$641
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Thu 6/191:10 pmJNB - DXB
1 stop32h 00mAir Mauritius
Thu 6/262:50 amDXB - JNB
1 stop34h 35mAir Mauritius
Deal found 6/12$655
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Tue 8/195:50 pmJNB - DXB
1 stop34h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 8/262:00 amDXB - JNB
1 stop34h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$656
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Fri 6/204:50 pmJNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Tue 6/241:50 amDXB - JNB
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 6/10$658
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Tue 6/177:10 pmJNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mEmirates
Sun 6/222:40 pmDXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mEmirates
Deal found 6/10$674

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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Dubai

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Price

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/4

10:50 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/11

5:10 pm-3:55 am

1 stop12h 45m

$490

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/3

1:15 am-12:30 am

1 stop21h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 11/10

2:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$509

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/10

2:15 pm-2:30 am

2 stops34h 15m

Dubai Intl

Thu 7/17

4:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$535

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/14

1:55 pm-3:25 am

1 stop11h 30m

Dubai Intl

Sun 7/20

1:50 am-2:20 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$641

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/19

5:50 pm-12:20 am

1 stop28h 30m

Dubai Intl

Tue 8/26

2:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop34h 35m

$655

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/24

1:10 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Dubai Intl

Sat 6/28

10:05 am-11:25 am

1 stop27h 20m

$662

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/3

1:25 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Thu 9/11

11:20 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop8h 10m

$674

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/25

4:50 pm-8:30 am

1 stop13h 40m

Dubai Intl

Thu 7/31

1:50 am-2:20 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$765

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/27

7:10 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 7/2

4:05 am-10:15 am

Nonstop8h 10m

$794

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/21

2:15 pm-3:00 am

1 stop10h 45m

$326

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The best insider tips for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai trip
Airports
JNB

Arrive at JNB 3 hours ahead for international flights due to potentially long security lines, especially during peak times.

Read more about JNBby Paul Rubio
DXB

Use the Dubai Metro Red Line for a quick, cost-effective trip from DXB to the city center.

Read more about DXBby Ramsey Qubein
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Paul Rubio

Expert on JNB

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Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DXB

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Dubai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dubai from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). 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 DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from OR Tambo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to Dubai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from JNB to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Dubai by month

Plan your trip to Dubai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dubai ranges from 0.4 - 1.6 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.6 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Dubai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Dubai by month

Plan your trip to Dubai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dubai, 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 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, South African and Qatar Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
781 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Dubai. 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 Dubai from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai, you will be flying into Dubai Intl. Dubai Intl (DXB) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Dubai Intl is the only Dubai airport and it handles 6 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 7 airlines have flights to Dubai Intl from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $490, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Kenya Airways and Air Tanzania - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $509 and $535, respectively. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Tanzania. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $326. Users have also found prices from $354 and $401 on Uganda Airlines and Kenya Airways, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai are Condor (96%), South African (89%) and Emirates (89%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $3,350 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai. The cheapest flight overall is $394 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at $479.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Dubai 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 Dubai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). 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 7 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Dubai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Dubai. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapest$419Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$442Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air TanzaniaCheapest$515Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$515Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$539Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$680Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
South AfricanCheapest$713Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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