Which airlines fly to South Africa?

South African, Emirates and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Dubai according to our data. South African is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Dubai to South Africa on average per day?

13 flights are operational daily from Dubai to South Africa as of October 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00, with 41% of flights per day taking off at midday.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Dubai Intl to South Africa?

Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from Dubai Intl to South Africa

How many flights depart from Dubai to South Africa on average per week?

The number of flights available between Dubai and South Africa is 95 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to South Africa are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to South Africa?

The number of operators available for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to South Africa is 7 as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Dubai Intl Airport to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Dubai Intl Airport to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Dubai is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R9 491, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in March, then you should wait until February to fly from Dubai, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R9 595.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Dubai. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was R14 725. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Dubai to South Africa on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around R17 571. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Dubai in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R9 643 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the evening when prices are around R16 711.

What is the cheapest Dubai Intl to South Africa flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Dubai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R11 485 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Dubai for as low as R10 079 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Dubai Intl to South Africa flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Dubai Intl to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	R10 891
Fastest flight time	8h 10m
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Airports in South Africa	3 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Dubai in the past 72 hours is R10 891. The best return flight deal from Dubai to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R14 458.

The fastest flight from Dubai to South Africa takes 8h 10m

Direct flights go from Dubai to South Africa every day.

There are 3 airports near South Africa: Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR), Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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Prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to South Africa are updated daily.
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The number of operators available for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to South Africa is 7 as of October 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Dubai Intl Airport to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Dubai Intl Airport to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Dubai to South Africa?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Dubai and South Africa, the leading plane model is Boeing 777-300ER, making up 70,54% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A380-800 with 27,33%, Boeing 777-200LR with 1,10%, and Airbus A380 with 0,91%.

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Air Tanzania	PriceFrom R7 161	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 18 reviews	Search Air Tanzania flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R7 964	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 284 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom R8 036	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 37 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 271	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 876 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 033	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 653 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 192	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 380 reviews	Search Emirates flights
South African	PriceFrom R13 412	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 46 reviews	Search South African flights

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Can I find flights from Dubai to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to South Africa from Dubai which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to South Africa from Dubai.

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What cabin class options are available on Dubai Intl to South Africa flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Dubai Intl to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Dubai to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 63% on your flight if you consider stops on a Dubai to South Africa flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Dubai Intl to South Africa?

Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from Dubai Intl to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

How many flights depart from Dubai to South Africa on average per day?

13 flights are operational daily from Dubai to South Africa as of October 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00, with 41% of flights per day taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Dubai to South Africa on average per week?

The number of flights available between Dubai and South Africa is 95 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Dubai to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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