How often are flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Johannesburg and Abu Dhabi have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 94 minutes.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi on average per day?

3 flights are operational daily from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi as of June 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi on average per week?

25 flights are operational weekly from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi as of June 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 24% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Which airlines fly to Abu Dhabi?

Emirates, Ethiopian Air and South African are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Abu Dhabi. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Abu Dhabi on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights?

According to our data, Etihad Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport?

As of June 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R5 032 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Abu Dhabi?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R8 638 to R11 063. The lowest price recently found on this route was R7 998.

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9:45 - 19:45

JNB

AUH

8h 00mdirect

2:10 - 8:20

AUH

JNB

8h 10mdirect

R7 998Etihad Airways

Thu, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 5

9:45 - 19:45

JNB

AUH

8h 00mdirect

2:10 - 8:20

AUH

JNB

8h 10mdirect

R8 048Etihad Airways

Thu, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 5

9:45 - 19:45

JNB

AUH

8h 00mdirect

2:05 - 8:15

AUH

JNB

8h 10mdirect

R8 179Etihad Airways

Sat, Jul 25 - Fri, Aug 14

9:45 - 19:45

JNB

AUH

8h 00mdirect

2:10 - 8:20

AUH

JNB

8h 10mdirect

R8 211Etihad Airways

Thu, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 5

9:50 - 19:45

JNB

AUH

7h 55mdirect

10:25 - 7:10

AUH

JNB

22h 45m

1 stop

R8 293Etihad Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

14:05 - 10:55

JNB

AUH

18h 50m

1 stop

23:45 - 15:20

AUH

JNB

17h 35m

1 stop

R9 260Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 17

12:45 - 10:50

JNB

AUH

20h 05m

1 stop

23:40 - 16:00

AUH

JNB

18h 20m

1 stop

R9 342Qatar Airways

Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Jan 19

12:45 - 10:50

JNB

AUH

20h 05m

1 stop

23:40 - 16:00

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JNB

18h 20m

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R9 359Qatar Airways

Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Jan 19

9:45 - 19:45

JNB

AUH

8h 00mdirect

2:10 - 8:20

AUH

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8h 10mdirect

R9 490Etihad Airways

Thu, Jul 9 - Wed, Jul 29

20:55 - 16:20

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AUH

17h 25m

1 stop

22:45 - 9:10

AUH

JNB

12h 25m

1 stop

R9 572Qatar Airways

Thu, Jul 9 - Thu, Jul 30

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Sept 3

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 50m

1 stop

AUH10:55Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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AUH23:45Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

17h 35m

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JNB15:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 260

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Nov 20

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m

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AUH10:50Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Jan 19

AUH23:40Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18h 20m

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JNB16:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 342

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Nov 20

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m

1 stop

AUH10:50Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Jan 19

AUH23:40Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18h 20m

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JNB16:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 359

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Jul 30

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

8h 00m

AUH19:45Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Aug 5

AUH2:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

8h 10m

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R7 998

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Jul 30

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

8h 00m

AUH19:45Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Aug 5

AUH2:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

8h 10m

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R8 048

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Jul 25

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

8h 00m

AUH19:45Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Aug 14

AUH2:05Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

8h 10m

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

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9:45-19:45

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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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R8 211

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9:50-19:45

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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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10:25-7:10

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R8 293

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JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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14:05-10:55

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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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23:45-15:20

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R9 260

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JNB - AUH

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12:45-10:50

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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

12:45-10:50

1 stop20h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 19/1

23:40-16:00

1 stop18h 20m

R9 359

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JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 29/7

2:10-8:20

Nonstop8h 10m

R9 490

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JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Abu Dhabi?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Abu Dhabi?

The month of November is another great option to travel to Abu Dhabi, with average flight prices from Johannesburg averaging around R4 671.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Abu Dhabi?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Abu Dhabi. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R10 217. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi for around R11 209.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Abu Dhabi for around R9 616 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg for as low as R9 162 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	12h 20m
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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi takes 12h 20m

Direct flights go from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Abu Dhabi. From Johannesburg there are direct flights to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

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How far is Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl by plane?
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl is 6299,1 km away from Johannesburg. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 12h 20m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport?
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As of June 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R6 091	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 007 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R6 501	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 454 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R8 240	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 428 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R8 360	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air Seychelles	PriceFrom R9 439	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Air Seychelles flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R11 455	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 592 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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