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$280+ 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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — JNB
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in November or May, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Flightnetwork
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Flightnetwork
3 stars

Round-trip from

$479
(oojo)

One-way from

$280
(Kenya Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$671

Good round-trip deal

$783 or less

Good one-way deal

$549 or less
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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 April 29, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/254:25 amDXB - JNB
1 stop10h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/3010:50 pmJNB - DXB
1 stop14h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/29$479
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/241:50 amDXB - JNB
1 stop14h 30mRwandAir
Fri 5/304:50 pmJNB - DXB
1 stop13h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 4/29$486
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/136:55 amDXB - JNB
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Fri 6/2012:10 pmJNB - DXB
1 stop33h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/29$491
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/15:10 pmDXB - JNB
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/79:45 pmJNB - DXB
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$643
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 5/2911:25 pmDXB - JNB
1 stop18h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 6/211:30 amJNB - DXB
2 stops22h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/28$694
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/139:55 amDXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Fri 6/2010:20 pmJNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 00mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$776
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/42:40 pmDXB - JNB
Nonstop8h 10mSouth African
Mon 8/117:10 pmJNB - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mSouth African
Deal found 4/28$878
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1212:40 amDXB - JNB
2 stops22h 40mAir France
Fri 6/206:50 pmJNB - DXB
2 stops26h 10mAir France
Deal found 4/29$907
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/172:00 amDXB - JNB
1 stop34h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sat 8/25:50 pmJNB - DXB
1 stop16h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28$917

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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 April 29, 2025.
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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Dubai

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OR Tambo

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Depart

Return

Price

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 5/25

4:25 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/30

10:50 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$479

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sat 5/24

1:50 am-2:20 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/30

4:50 pm-8:30 am

1 stop13h 40m

$486

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 6/13

6:55 am-12:15 am

1 stop19h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/19

1:15 am-11:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$491

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 5/29

11:25 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/2

11:30 am-11:40 am

2 stops22h 10m

$694

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Sun 5/25

12:55 pm-8:20 am

2 stops21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/30

2:15 pm-2:30 am

1 stop10h 15m

$713

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 6/13

9:55 am-4:15 pm

Nonstop8h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/20

10:20 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop8h 00m

$776

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/30

4:05 am-10:15 am

Nonstop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/8

7:10 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop8h 15m

$867

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Thu 6/12

12:40 am-9:20 pm

2 stops22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/20

6:50 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$907

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Tue 6/17

2:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/2

5:50 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$917

DubaiJohannesburg

DXB - JNB

DXBJNB

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/23

10:45 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops19h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/16

1:55 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$1,107

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice 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 Flightnetwork to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Flightnetwork Users can find the same prices on Dubai-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Flightnetwork >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 Flightnetwork the most. Flightnetwork 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.

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

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Dubai with our price prediction graph.
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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 April 25, 2025.

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 64 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 April 29, 2025.

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 46% 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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dubai to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon 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.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to OR Tambo. 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 April 29, 2025.

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

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

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.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

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).

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 April 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM and Qatar Airways from Dubai to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to OR Tambo. 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 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 6 flights from Dubai Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 5 different airlines.

  • 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 $479 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are RwandAir and Kenya Airways, starting at $486 and $491 round-trip. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 25% 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 ($280), Ethiopian Air ($286), and RwandAir ($296).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is $549. On average you can expect to pay $722. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for $479.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Dubai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$462Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$486Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$553Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$715Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
South AfricanCheapest$784Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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