What’s the top layover airport for flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Nairobi (NBO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 70% of 1-stop itineraries from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 39m.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

What’s the fastest layover option from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Nairobi (NBO) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 13h 44m.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Kigali (KGL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $466.

How often are flights from Dubai to Johannesburg delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Dubai and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 95 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to Johannesburg flights?

Over the last year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

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

Departing from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport will take you 12h 45m. 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 Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $461 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, starting at $486 and $553 round-trip. Kenya Airways is currently priced 31% 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), Air Tanzania ($276), and Ethiopian Air ($288).

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

The most flights from DXB to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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

The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is $1,177. On average you can expect to pay $1,261. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for $489.

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

Consider Condor (89%), Emirates (77%) or South African (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Emirates, South African and Kenya Airways are the most popular airlines when flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Dubai-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Dubai-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >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 Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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.

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 10 flights from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 5 different airlines.

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.

$286+ Flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between $587 and $1,010 in January. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $532 on Kenya Airways (Jan 8-Jan 16).

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to OR Tambo
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 December 15, 2025.

Mon 12/225:10 pmDXB - JNB

1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air

Sat 1/1011:00 pmJNB - DXB

1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/15

$500

Mon 12/225:10 pmDXB - JNB

1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air

Thu 1/18:20 amJNB - DXB

1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/13

$810

Mon 12/225:10 pmDXB - JNB

1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines

Thu 1/12:15 pmJNB - DXB

2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$890

Tue 12/235:40 amDXB - JNB

1 stop16h 30mEthiopian Air

Sun 12/287:10 amJNB - DXB

2 stops30h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/15

$922

Sun 12/214:00 amDXB - JNB

1 stop11h 15mAir Tanzania

Sun 12/282:15 pmJNB - DXB

1 stop10h 15mAir Tanzania

Deal found 12/14

$930

Fri 12/265:10 pmDXB - JNB

1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines

Tue 12/307:00 amJNB - DXB

2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$937

Sun 12/144:25 amDXB - JNB

1 stop17h 45mEthiopian Air

Sun 12/217:10 amJNB - DXB

2 stops41h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/13

$1,001

Best flights from Dubai to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Dubai to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

Thu 1/82:20 amDXB - JNB

1 stop24h 05mKenya Airways

Fri 1/165:00 pmJNB - DXB

1 stop29h 30mKenya Airways

Deal found 12/13

$532

Wed 4/15:10 pmDXB - JNB

1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air

Thu 4/308:20 amJNB - DXB

1 stop29h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/13

$577

Mon 1/1910:25 pmDXB - JNB

1 stop19h 10mQatar Airways

Wed 1/2812:20 pmJNB - DXB

2 stops20h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/13

$628

Wed 1/286:55 amDXB - JNB

1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines

Wed 2/410:25 amJNB - DXB

Nonstop8h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$674

Sun 4/1911:20 pmDXB - JNB

1 stop11h 30mQatar Airways

Thu 4/239:25 amJNB - DXB

3 stops16h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/13

$664

Fri 1/166:55 amDXB - JNB

1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/2110:25 amJNB - DXB

Nonstop8h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$676

Mon 1/191:10 pmDXB - JNB

1 stop16h 45mQatar Airways

Sun 2/13:05 pmJNB - DXB

2 stops17h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/14

$693

Sat 3/75:20 amDXB - JNB

1 stop12h 15mQatar Airways

Wed 3/117:30 amJNB - DXB

2 stops18h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/13

$715

Last-minute flights from Dubai to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dubai to OR Tambo. Data last updated December 15, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Mon 12/225:10 pmDXB - JNB

1 stop12h 45mEthiopian Air

Sat 1/1011:00 pmJNB - DXB

1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/15

$500

Tue 1/61:50 amDXB - JNB

1 stop14h 30mRwandAir

Sat 1/104:50 pmJNB - DXB

1 stop13h 40mRwandAir

Deal found 12/15

$633

Thu 1/82:20 amDXB - JNB

1 stop24h 05mKenya Airways

Fri 1/165:00 pmJNB - DXB

1 stop29h 30mKenya Airways

Deal found 12/13

$532

Fri 1/166:55 amDXB - JNB

1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/2110:25 amJNB - DXB

Nonstop8h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$676

Mon 1/1910:25 pmDXB - JNB

1 stop19h 10mQatar Airways

Wed 1/2812:20 pmJNB - DXB

2 stops20h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/13

$628

Mon 1/191:10 pmDXB - JNB

1 stop16h 45mQatar Airways

Sun 2/19:25 amJNB - DXB

3 stops16h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/14

$693

Wed 1/285:20 amDXB - JNB

2 stops28h 50mQatar Airways

Wed 2/48:30 pmJNB - DXB

1 stop13h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/14

$639

Wed 1/286:55 amDXB - JNB

1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines

Wed 2/410:25 amJNB - DXB

Nonstop8h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$674

Wed 1/285:20 amDXB - JNB

2 stops28h 50mQatar Airways

Mon 2/169:25 amJNB - DXB

3 stops16h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/14

$750

One-way flights from Dubai to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from Dubai to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

Wed 5/206:55 amDXB - JNB

1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways

Deal found 12/13

$286

Mon 1/121:50 amDXB - JNB

1 stop14h 30mRwandAir

Deal found 12/14

$305

Tue 12/302:20 amDXB - JNB

1 stop10h 35mKenya Airways

Deal found 12/13

$374

Wed 2/49:25 pmDXB - JNB

2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$399

Fri 1/24:00 pmDXB - JNB

1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$408

Mon 1/195:20 amDXB - JNB

2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$411

Thu 1/1512:20 amDXB - JNB

2 stops14h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$421

Tue 5/1912:25 amDXB - JNB

2 stops14h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$423

Sat 12/206:55 amDXB - JNB

1 stop30h 00mKenya Airways

Deal found 12/15

$481

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Most accurate provider	Justfly.com 3 stars
Most trusted provider	Justfly.com 3 stars
Round-trip from	$532 (oojo)
One-way from	$286 (SmartFares)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Average price	$849
Good round-trip deal	$1,189 or less

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($109 potential increase over avg. RT price).

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Depart

Return

Price

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/8

2:20 am-12:25 am

1 stop24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/16

5:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop29h 30m

$532

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 4/1

5:10 pm-3:55 am

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/30

8:20 am-3:45 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$577

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 1/19

10:25 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/28

12:20 pm-10:25 am

2 stops20h 05m

$628

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 4/19

11:20 pm-8:50 am

1 stop11h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/23

9:25 am-4:15 am

3 stops16h 50m

$664

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Wed 1/28

6:55 am-3:50 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

10:25 am-8:25 pm

Nonstop8h 00m

$674

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 1/16

6:55 am-3:50 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/21

10:25 am-8:25 pm

Nonstop8h 00m

$676

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 1/19

1:10 pm-3:55 am

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/1

3:05 pm-10:25 am

2 stops17h 20m

$693

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 3/7

5:20 am-3:35 pm

1 stop12h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/11

7:30 am-3:50 am

2 stops18h 20m

$715

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Mon 1/12

1:50 am-2:20 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$305

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 1/2

4:00 pm-3:55 am

1 stop13h 55m

$408

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Compare providers for flights from Dubai to OR Tambo

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 December.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
Trip.com	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
SmartFares	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOair	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
oojo	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
OneTravel	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust 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 Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Dubai-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >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 Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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.

Best time to book a flight from Dubai to OR Tambo

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

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 53 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?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 50% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon 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 Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

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

Airports

DXB

For a quick departure, use the Dubai Metro's Red Line to reach Terminals 1 and 3 efficiently, avoiding traffic delays.

JNB

Ensure you have two blank pages in your passport for South African immigration to avoid entry issues.

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Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

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

3,441 reviews

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

3,441 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,441 reviews

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

3,683 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,441 reviews

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

7.4

Good

48 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,441 reviews

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

911 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,441 reviews

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

287 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,441 reviews

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

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 10 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 12h 45m. 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 Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $461 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, starting at $486 and $553 round-trip. Kenya Airways is currently priced 31% 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), Air Tanzania ($276), and Ethiopian Air ($288).
What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Consider Condor (89%), Emirates (77%) or South African (77%) 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 $1,177. On average you can expect to pay $1,261. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for $489.
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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Kenya Airways	Cheapest$461	Average$497	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$486	Average$566	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$553	Average$599	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%
Emirates	Cheapest$729	Average$837	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
South African	Cheapest$860	Average$936	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%

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$286+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or September, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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