How many flights from Johannesburg to Dubai are non-stop?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 11.9% of flights from Johannesburg to Dubai were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one connection.

What's the flight time from Johannesburg to Dubai?

The typical direct flight from Johannesburg to Dubai covers a distance of 6413 kilometers and has a median duration of 8 hours and 10 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to 14 hours and 55 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Johannesburg to Dubai flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai have been classified as frequent across the trailing 30 days. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for good value are common on this route. Setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking to secure a favorable fare.

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Johannesburg to Dubai: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai

Flights from Johannesburg to Dubai typically range from $826–$1302, with a median price of $1077 over a 90-day period. Right now, fares are above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. If you are looking for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Dubai, new deals appear almost daily.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai, April stands out with a median fare of $833. Following April, September offers a median fare of $953, and October presents a median of $998, making these months generally more affordable for this route.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Dubai takes approximately 8h 10m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with only 11.9% of recent fares being direct flights from Johannesburg to Dubai. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

The route from Johannesburg to Dubai covers a distance of 6413 km. This classifies it as a long-haul journey, indicating a significant travel distance between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Dubai

Regular price: $557 - $799

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

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai is between USD 557 and USD 799. The current lowest deal is USD 571 with Kenya Airways, for travel from Nov 14-Nov 18.

now $571

Low $557

High $799

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai is April, with a median price of $833. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1293. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $833

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,293

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Dubai

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Dubai

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$1,038

$625

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$1,044

$625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$633

$625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$666

$625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$740

$630

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$632

$625

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

$1,044 → $625

40%

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

$1,038 → $625

40%

5 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 8

$948 → $571

40%

6 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 9

$928 → $596

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai

Johannesburg - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Johannesburg to Dubai are above the typical level, with a median price of $1077.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April offers the lowest median price at $833, followed by September at $953.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 8h 10m

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Dubai typically take 8h 10m, while connecting flights average 18h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up the majority of options, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Emirates Airlines offers direct flights

Emirates Airlines provides direct flight options for the Johannesburg to Dubai route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary departure point for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$562

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~11 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$610

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a major international hub within the UAE, offering extensive global connectivity.

📍 ~115 km from Dubai (reachable by car, ~1.5 to 2 hours drive depending on traffic)

💸 Flights from ~$477

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dubai

$1,901

Save $399

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $1010. Booking within 6 days of departure saw average prices rise to $1168, while booking 60 or more days out resulted in an average price of $1309. This suggests that planning within the 28-59 day window generally offers better value over the trailing 90 days.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Dubai is considered to be $826 or less. The median price for this route was $1077, with 75% of prices observed being $1302 or less. Aiming for prices around or below $826 indicates a favorable deal.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai, with a median price of $833. September also offered competitive prices, with a median of $953. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $1077, indicating that April and September typically provide significant savings compared to the overall average.

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Johannesburg to Dubai: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai

The route from Johannesburg to Dubai covers a distance of 6413 km. This classifies it as a long-haul journey, indicating a significant travel distance between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Dubai

Regular price: $557 - $799

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

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Dubai is between USD 557 and USD 799. The current lowest deal is USD 571 with Kenya Airways, for travel from Nov 14-Nov 18.

now $571

Low $557

High $799

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai

April

Cheapest

Flights from $833

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,293

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Dubai

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Dubai

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$1,038

$625

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$1,044

$625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$633

$625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$666

$625

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$740

$630

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Dubai

Johannesburg (JNB) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$632

$625

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

$1,044 → $625

40%

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

$1,038 → $625

40%

5 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 8

$948 → $571

40%

6 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 9

$928 → $596

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai