Dubai

$301+ 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 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DXB
6月 17 — 6月 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai Intl are usually found in September or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Dubai

Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Dubai
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 5月 18, 2026.

This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週二 6/233:10 am
JNB
-
DXB
2 stops29h 20m
RwandAir
週日 7/51:50 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 5/18$573
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 6/1412:40 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop30h 45m
Qatar Airways
週三 6/1711:45 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/14$576
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週五 6/1212:40 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
週五 6/1911:45 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/17$577
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週二 6/23:10 am
JNB
-
DXB
2 stops29h 20m
RwandAir
週二 6/912:30 am
DXB
-
JNB
2 stops27h 50m
RwandAir
Deal found 5/15$583
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
週四 7/233:10 am
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop27h 20m
RwandAir
週日 8/21:50 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 5/16$596
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週二 7/1412:40 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
週五 7/3111:45 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop23h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/17$603
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週四 6/1812:40 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
週四 6/2511:45 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/16$604
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 6/1412:40 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop30h 45m
Qatar Airways
週日 6/2111:45 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/17$607
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週一 6/112:40 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop30h 45m
Qatar Airways
週五 6/511:45 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/15$608
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 10/112:45 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 40m
Qatar Airways
週四 10/155:50 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/16$613
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週四 10/2912:45 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
週三 11/1110:25 pm
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/16$614
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週六 8/812:40 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
週四 8/1311:45 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/17$619

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Dubai (DXB). 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 5月 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$573
(RwandAir)

One-way from

$301
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$622

Good round-trip deal

$745 or less

Good one-way deal

$525 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Johannesburg OR Tambo-Dubai Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Johannesburg OR Tambo-Dubai Intl flights.
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai Intl
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai Intl.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Dubai 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 5月 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週一 6/8

12:40 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop30h 45m

Dubai Intl

週五 6/12

11:45 am-4:00 am

1 stop18h 15m

$682

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週四 7/23

12:40 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop30h 45m

Dubai Intl

週四 7/30

11:45 am-9:00 am

1 stop23h 15m

$712

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週一 6/8

10:05 am-8:15 pm

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

週五 6/12

9:55 am-4:15 pm

Nonstop8h 20m

$771
Quickest round-trip

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週五 5/29

10:20 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

週五 6/5

2:25 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop8h 10m

$774

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週四 7/23

1:30 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop8h 10m

Dubai Intl

週四 7/30

2:25 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop8h 10m

$803

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週五 5/29

10:50 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Dubai Intl

週五 6/5

4:25 am-8:10 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$822

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週四 10/29

2:30 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Dubai Intl

週三 11/11

10:55 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops16h 10m

$837
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週五 6/19

12:40 pm-10:15 am

1 stop19h 35m

$301

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週六 8/15

12:40 pm-3:25 am

1 stop12h 45m

$344

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週六 5/30

7:10 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop8h 15m

$418

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Compare providers for flights from OR Tambo to Dubai

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from OR Tambo to Dubai in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Dubai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Dubai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Dubai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Dubai flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Dubai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Dubai

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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?

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 61 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 $595). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $738). 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 5月 18, 2026.

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 21% 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 May 9, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai?

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Expert on JNB

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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 5月 18, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai 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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

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 8 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 7 airlines have flights to Dubai Intl from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in 8h 10m. Fly via Qatar Airways or Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Dubai is about 3982 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 Dubai round-trip?

    Currently priced at $398, Etihad Airways will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Tanzania and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $450 and $471, respectively. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 35% 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 Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $273. Users have also found prices from $281 and $403 on Egyptair and Emirates, 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 Emirates (90%), South African (90%) and Condor (86%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $2,619 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai. The cheapest flight overall is $422 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at $675.

  • 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 $595). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $738). 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 5月 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$398Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air TanzaniaCheapest$450Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$471Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$508Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$547Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$624Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
South AfricanCheapest$714Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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