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Today’s best flight deals from Johannesburg to Dubai

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Johannesburg to Dubai

July 21 - July 28

Cheapest

JNB - Dubai

$687

$594

Round trip

July 20 - July 27

Cheapest

JNB - Dubai

$687

$594

Round trip

July 22 - July 29

Cheapest

JNB - Dubai

$687

$594

Round trip

July 24 - July 31

JNB - Dubai

$688

$597

Round trip

July 23 - July 30

JNB - Dubai

$688

$597

Round trip

July 19 - July 26

Earliest

JNB - Dubai

$687

$610

Round trip

September 23 - September 30

JNB - Dubai

$727

$619

Round trip

September 2 - September 13

JNB - Dubai

$692

$620

Round trip

September 23 - September 28

Best

JNB - Dubai

$737

$621

Round trip

September 1 - September 6

JNB - Dubai

$726

$621

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Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai

Fares for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai typically range from $674–$1356, with a median of $908. Right now, fares are above the typical level. For those seeking cheap flights from Johannesburg to Dubai, approximately 18% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai, February stands out with a median fare of $480. January also offers lower prices, with a median of $496. Another favorable month is April, where the median fare is $657.
A typical journey from Johannesburg to Dubai takes approximately 21h 30m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with only 21.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the median number of stopovers is 2.
The route from Johannesburg to Dubai covers a distance of 6413 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This significant distance means travelers should anticipate longer flight durations and plan accordingly for their trip.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Dubai

Regular price: $598 - $1,278

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $598 and $1278. The current lowest deal is $594 with Qatar Airways, for travel from Jul 21 to Jul 28.

now $594

Low $598

High $1,278

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai is February, with a median price of $480. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1209. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $480

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,209

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Direct flights from Johannesburg to Dubai

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Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Dubai

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Qatar Airways

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Qatar Airways

$705

$640

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Qatar Airways

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Qatar Airways

$704

$640

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Qatar Airways

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Qatar Airways

$689

$640

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Qatar Airways

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Qatar Airways

$687

$610

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Qatar Airways

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Qatar Airways

$687

$594

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Qatar Airways

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Qatar Airways

$687

$594

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai

5 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 10

$1,114  →  $666

40%

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

$1,111  →  $680

39%

15 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 20

$1,142  →  $717

37%

11 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 14

$1,123  →  $770

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai

Johannesburg - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent JNB to DXB fares averaged $908, with 18% of deals historically considered good.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Fly in February for prices as low as $480, significantly below the $908 median.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 21h 30m.

The typical flight duration from Johannesburg to Dubai is 21 hours 30 minutes with connections.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 21.7% of recent deals are direct, with connecting flights having a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Emirates Airlines offers direct flights.

Emirates Airlines is an option for direct flights between Johannesburg and Dubai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Historically, about 1 deal per day has been found in the last 30 days.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a good option for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$594

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International offers another departure choice for your trip from Johannesburg to Dubai.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$865

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Cheapest

Sharjah International offers a potentially cheaper arrival option for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai.

📍 ~25 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$573

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International serves as an alternative arrival airport for your trip to Dubai from Johannesburg.

📍 ~35 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$2216

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station is a ground transport hub for arrivals in Dubai from Johannesburg.

📍 ~7 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

Dubai International (DXB)

Dubai International is a primary arrival airport for travelers flying from Johannesburg to Dubai.

📍 ~10 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$594

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a major international hub with extensive global connectivity and full-service facilities.

📍 ~125 km from Dubai (reachable by car, but travel time can exceed 90 minutes).

💸 Flights from ~$499

Ras Al Khaimah International (RKT)

Ras Al Khaimah International is the closest alternative airport to northern Dubai districts, offering easier navigation.

📍 ~90 km from Dubai (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1364

Al Ain International (AAN)

Al Ain International is located within the UAE, avoiding border formalities, with straightforward road access from Dubai.

📍 ~135 km from Dubai (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1242

Fujairah International Airport (FJR)

Fujairah International Airport is a domestic alternative useful for specific regional connections, but with extremely limited commercial schedules.

📍 ~110 km from Dubai (reachable by car, often through mountainous terrain).

💸 Flights from ~$1432

Muscat International (MCT)

Muscat International is a major regional hub, an alternative for long-haul routes if UAE airports are unavailable.

📍 ~350 km from Dubai (reachable by car, requires international border crossing).

💸 Flights from ~$623

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai are found when booking between 7 and 13 days in advance, with an average price of $1000. Booking 0-6 days before departure typically results in an average price of $1096. Prices tend to be higher further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $1166, and those booked 60+ days out averaging $1145. These trends are based on data observed across the trailing quarter.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai is typically considered to be $674 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $908. Prices can range higher, with 75% of observed prices being $1356 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $674 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai are February and January. February typically sees a median price of $480, while January has a median price of $496. April also offers relatively lower prices with a median of $657. The annual median price for this route is $908, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.