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.

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

23 flights are operational weekly from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi as of July 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 26% 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 and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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.

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.

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 July 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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.

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 July 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.

R4 836 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 typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R7 761 to R10 440. The lowest price recently found on this route was R8 120.

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9:45 - 19:45

JNB

AUH

8h 00mdirect

21:30 - 7:10

AUH

JNB

35h 40m

1 stop

R8 120Etihad Airways

Mon, Aug 24 - Fri, Aug 28

21:45 - 19:30

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AUH

19h 45m

1 stop

2:00 - 8:20

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JNB

8h 20mdirect

R8 284Etihad Airways

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 28

21:45 - 0:15

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AUH

24h 30m

1 stop

2:00 - 8:20

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JNB

8h 20mdirect

R8 316Etihad Airways

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 28

9:50 - 19:45

JNB

AUH

7h 55mdirect

10:25 - 7:10

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JNB

22h 45m

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R8 333Etihad Airways

Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19

9:45 - 19:45

JNB

AUH

8h 00mdirect

10:25 - 7:10

AUH

JNB

22h 45m

1 stop

R8 578Etihad Airways

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5

9:45 - 19:45

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AUH

8h 00mdirect

2:40 - 7:10

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JNB

30h 30m

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R9 003Etihad Airways

Sat, Aug 8 - Fri, Aug 14

9:45 - 19:45

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AUH

8h 00mdirect

2:00 - 8:20

AUH

JNB

8h 20mdirect

R9 869Etihad Airways

Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Oct 27

9:45 - 19:45

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8h 00mdirect

2:10 - 8:20

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R9 918Etihad Airways

Thu, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 12

9:45 - 19:45

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2:10 - 8:20

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R9 934Etihad Airways

Mon, Aug 3 - Sun, Aug 9

9:45 - 19:45

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AUH

8h 00mdirect

2:10 - 8:20

AUH

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8h 10mdirect

R9 950Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6

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Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

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Ethiopian Air

Jul 20

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 40m

1 stop

AUH3:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Jul 27

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11h 00m

1 stop

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R7 663

Ethiopian Air

Jul 30

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

1 stop

AUH3:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Aug 22

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

17h 45m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R8 202

Ethiopian Air

Oct 20

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 40m

1 stop

AUH3:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Oct 29

AUH8:55Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13h 15m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 882

Etihad Airways flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

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Jul 29

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

8h 00m

AUH19:45Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Aug 21

AUH2:05Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

8h 10m

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R7 647

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Jul 20

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

8h 00m

AUH19:45Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Jul 26

AUH2:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

8h 10m

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R7 875

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Aug 24

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

8h 00m

AUH19:45Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Aug 28

AUH21:30Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

35h 40m

1 stop

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R8 120

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9:50-19:45

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10:25-7:10

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R8 333

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9:45-19:45

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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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10:25-7:10

1 stop22h 45m

R8 578

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JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/8

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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2:40-7:10

1 stop30h 30m

R9 003

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JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

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Wed 26/8

9:45-19:45

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Tue 27/10

2:00-8:20

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R9 869

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Thu 6/8

9:45-19:45

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Wed 12/8

2:10-8:20

Nonstop8h 10m

R9 918

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

9:45-19:45

Nonstop8h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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2:10-8:20

Nonstop8h 10m

R9 934

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JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

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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 657.

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 246. 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 164.

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 527 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 133 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights?

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Fastest flight time	7h 55m
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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi takes 7h 55m

Direct flights go from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 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 7h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport?
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As of July 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 041	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 010 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R6 480	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 479 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R8 214	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 437 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R8 387	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 743 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air Seychelles	PriceFrom R9 225	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Air Seychelles flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R11 372	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 626 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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