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Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Johannesburg to Dubai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundAED 1,358
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time8 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineSouth African Airways
Average flights per week40

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Dubai: Dubai, Sharjah, Jebel Ali SPB, Dubai Al Maktoum International, and Ras Al Khaimah.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Johannesburg to Dubai is AED 1,357. 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 9 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg to Dubai.
South African Airways and Emirates fly direct from Johannesburg to Dubai.
There are 160 flights per week flying from Johannesburg to Dubai, as of April 2024.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai is usually May.
If you're flying from Johannesburg, the cheapest airport near Dubai is Dubai – which is 5.6 km away from the center of Dubai. We've found flights to this airport from AED 1,357.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Dubai on Friday, May 17, 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 9 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 Dubai 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 Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dubai, when it usually averages around 42°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is January.
The cheapest airline that flies to Dubai is Saudia, and the cheapest airline that flies to Sharjah Airport is Emirates.

Dubai's main airport is Dubai International Airport. Emirates offers direct flights from Johannesburg to Dubai via Dubai International Airport, but not Al Maktoum International Airport, Dubai's second airport.

* This information is correct as of May 2017

Airport Information - Arriving

Dubai International Airport is Dubai’s primary airport and also the world’s busiest in terms of international passenger traffic serving over 80 million travelers each year. The airport consists of three passenger terminals which each offer a wide variety of shops, restaurants and other amenities. While Terminals 1 and 3 are linked to the Dubai Metro, you will need to use a free shuttle bus to get to and from Terminal 2. There are many shops at the airport ranging from high-end designer goods to travel essentials, while the airport also offers extensive duty free shopping. You can also dine at one of many restaurants or enjoy a snack and a drink at a café. Once you have landed in Dubai you can easily reach the center of the city on the Dubai Metro or find a taxi outside each terminal.

Airport Information - Departing

O. R. Tambo International Airport is the main airport serving Johannesburg and also South Africa’s busiest handling over 20 million passengers annually. The airport consists of 6 different passenger terminals, although all of the terminals are closely connected so you only have a brief journey to embark on if you are transferring between flights. O. R. Tambo International Airport offers a wide array of shops including duty free shopping, while you can also sit down for a meal or grab a hot drink at one of many restaurants and cafes available. The quickest way to and from the airport is on the Gautrain rail network, although taxis are easily found at the airport.

What to Expect in Dubai

Although some nationals are able to enter Dubai without a visa or obtain one upon arrival, South African nationals will need to arrange a visa in advance in order to enter the country. The weather in Dubai remains hot all year round with temperatures peaking between May and August. Getting around Dubai is easy as the city benefits from an extensive Metro network and taxis are also easily found.Check out Dubai's top hotels to ensure that you have the best stay possible.

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