Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 55 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg.
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is 2 hours behind Abu Dhabi, where Abu Dhabi International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). You can select from 7 services every week between these two airports. Etihad Airways offers a 02:20 departure between AUH and JNB.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from AUH to Johannesburg.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You can book a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg. Begin your journey at AUH and touch down at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Look out for offers from Etihad Airways. This airline has direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from AUH to Johannesburg. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You don't need a visa for South Africa if you have a passport from United Arab Emirates and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before booking your cheap tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
The journey from central Abu Dhabi to AUH takes approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near AUH:
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Johannesburg
R 5,507 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,874. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AUH to Johannesburg.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from AUH to Johannesburg is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres. It'll take you around 29 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 12 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Central Johannesburg is about 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Once your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 51 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near HLA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from AUH to Johannesburg:
Best time to go to Johannesburg
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Johannesburg, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before booking a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flights from AUH to Johannesburg around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Johannesburg right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Johannesburg itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Johannesburg Zoo.
Complete your Johannesburg trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Johannesburg and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare companies in one place to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Johannesburg.
