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$285+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 3/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
feb. 28 — mar. 71
sáb. 2/28
sáb. 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or September, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 29, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/712:55 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 00m
Kenya Airways
mar. 4/141:15 am
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop26h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/28$487
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
dom. 2/15:10 pm
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
lun. 2/1611:00 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28$488
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/146:55 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Kenya Airways
sáb. 3/2112:05 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/28$493
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/25:40 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Ethiopian Air
mié. 12/910:50 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/27$494
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/136:55 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop10h 55m
Kenya Airways
dom. 3/2212:05 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/27$497
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/1212:55 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop25h 20m
Kenya Airways
dom. 10/412:10 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop15h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/27$500
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
sáb. 2/211:50 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
RwandAir
sáb. 3/74:50 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 1/27$508
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
dom. 2/12:20 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop24h 05m
Kenya Airways
mié. 2/185:00 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop29h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/29$512
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
mar. 12/1510:40 am
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 30m
Egyptair
vie. 1/19:45 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop19h 15m
Egyptair
Deal found 1/27$539
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/235:10 pm
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Ethiopian Air
mar. 9/110:50 pm
JNB
-
DXB
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/27$547
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
mié. 4/810:55 pm
DXB
-
JNB
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
mié. 4/153:05 pm
JNB
-
DXB
2 stops18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/28$644

Find flight deals from Dubai to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 enero 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$487
(oojo)

One-way from

$285
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$780

Good round-trip deal

$821 or less
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One-way flight from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($114 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dubai to OR Tambo 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 enero 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Price

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

mar. 2/24

1:50 am-2:20 am

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 3/6

3:10 am-8:30 am

1 stop27h 20m

$508

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

sáb. 2/21

1:50 am-2:20 am

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 3/7

4:50 pm-8:30 am

1 stop13h 40m

$508

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

jue. 3/5

11:55 am-3:55 am

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 3/9

4:50 pm-10:25 am

2 stops15h 35m

$672

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

sáb. 3/14

5:40 am-8:10 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 3/21

8:20 am-3:45 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$737

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

jue. 4/9

7:45 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops43h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 5/9

10:50 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$744

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

lun. 2/9

5:20 am-3:35 pm

1 stop12h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 3/11

11:30 am-3:50 am

2 stops14h 20m

$772

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

jue. 2/26

2:25 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 3/5

10:25 am-8:25 pm

Nonstop8h 00m

$805

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

dom. 2/8

2:25 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 3/11

10:25 am-8:25 pm

Nonstop8h 00m

$807

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

dom. 2/8

4:10 am-10:25 am

Nonstop8h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 3/11

6:50 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop8h 15m

$807

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

jue. 7/16

12:55 am-10:55 am

1 stop12h 00m

$288

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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 Dubai to OR Tambo in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OneTravelPrice 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 Dubai-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Dubai-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dubai-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dubai-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Dubai-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dubai to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $390). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $494). 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 DXB to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 29, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.

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

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

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Ramsey Qubein

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Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated enero 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, and South African from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,490 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,490 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,490 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,490 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
South African
7.3
Good
52 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,490 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
955 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,490 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
294 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,490 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Dubai, you will be flying from Dubai Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Dubai Intl (DXB) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Dubai. There are 8 flights from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Departing from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport will take you 18h. The distance from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 3982 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $365 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways, starting at $462 and $553 round-trip. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 45% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Kenya Airways ($269), Ethiopian Air ($288), and RwandAir ($296).

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

    Consider Condor (89%), Emirates (69%) or South African (69%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is $756. On average you can expect to pay $988. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for $491.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $390). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $494). 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 5 airlines flying from Dubai to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Dubai to OR Tambo. 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 enero 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$365Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$462Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$553Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$729Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
South AfricanCheapest$858Average$923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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