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Johannesburg.R 5,033 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Mar.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Dubai on Sat, 22 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,033, select.
Johannesburg.R 5,063 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Dec.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Dubai on Fri, 26 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,063, select.
Johannesburg.R 5,063 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jan.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Dubai on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,063, select.
Johannesburg.R 5,063 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Dubai on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,063, select.
Johannesburg.R 5,072 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Apr.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Dubai on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,072, select.
Johannesburg.R 5,079 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Dubai on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,079, select.
Johannesburg.R 5,099 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Dubai on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,099, select.
Johannesburg.R 5,135 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Dubai on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,135, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo flights are currently cheapest in March.
Mar
from R 5,033
Apr
from R 5,072
May
from R 5,063
Jun
from R 5,099
Jul
from R 5,079
Aug
from R 5,135
Sep
from R 5,187
Oct
from R 5,135
Nov
from R 5,195
Dec
from R 5,063
Jan
from R 5,063
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Dubai to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,033
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time8 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineSouth African Airways
Average flights per week34

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is R 8,438. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
South African Airways and Emirates fly direct from Dubai to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
As of March 2025, there are 34 flights per week flying from Dubai to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubai Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Wednesday, 30 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 15 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Kenya Airways and Emirates offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know

  • 8 hours 15 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Johannesburg is 2 hours behind Dubai and is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Flights from Dubai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport start from 04:05 — the earliest with Emirates. The latest flight in the day is the 22:20 option with Emirates. In total, you can take your pick of 27 weekly services from DXB to JNB.

  • Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Emirates has direct flights from Dubai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to take in the sights in Johannesburg — plus maybe even more of South Africa if time allows.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight from Dubai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. The top stopovers on the DXB - JNB route include:

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

    • King Shaka International Airport

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

  • Remember, you might need a visa to enter South Africa. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before organising your cheap ticket from DXB to JNB, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is R 5,049. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,466. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Book 9 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DXB to JNB.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Dubai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from DXB to JNB. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • The journey from central Dubai to Dubai Airport takes approximately 49 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from Dubai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near DXB:

Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport to the centre of Johannesburg takes around 29 minutes in a car. It's approximately 29 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

  • It typically takes 1 hour and 12 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Dubai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Johannesburg in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Dubai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you'd like to go to Johannesburg during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from DXB to JNB in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.

More about Johannesburg

  • After locking in your flights from DXB to JNB, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Johannesburg. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are essential stops on your Johannesburg itinerary.

Complete your Johannesburg trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to O.R. Tambo International Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Johannesburg.

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