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R5 456 Cheap flights to Dubai

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Dubai departing on 9/1. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 15:45
JNB
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DXB
14h 45m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:10 - 3:55
DXB
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JNB
12h 45m1 stop
R9 296Ethiopian Air
Tue, Mar 31 - Sat, Apr 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 15:45
JNB
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DXB
14h 45m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:10 - 3:55
DXB
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JNB
12h 45m1 stop
R9 411Ethiopian Air
Sat, Feb 21 - Tue, Feb 24
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 2:55
JNB
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DXB
16h 35m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:10 - 3:55
DXB
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JNB
12h 45m1 stop
R9 461Ethiopian Air
Wed, Apr 1 - Sun, May 31
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 3:50
JNB
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DXB
12h 05m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:55 - 0:25
DXB
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JNB
19h 30m1 stop
R9 625Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 17
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 3:50
CPT
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DXB
13h 15m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
5:20 - 17:25
DXB
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CPT
14h 05m1 stop
R10 516Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 16 - Sat, Feb 21
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 3:50
CPT
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DXB
13h 15m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
22:25 - 17:30
DXB
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CPT
21h 05m1 stop
R10 532Qatar Airways
Sun, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 22
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 5:45
CPT
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DXB
13h 20m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
2:20 - 13:00
DXB
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CPT
12h 40m1 stop
R10 664Kenya Airways
Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 6
Emirates Logo
19:10 - 5:25
DUR
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DXB
8h 15mdirect
Emirates Logo
10:40 - 17:10
DXB
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DUR
8h 30mdirect
R10 895Emirates
Mon, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 31
Emirates Logo
19:10 - 5:25
DUR
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DXB
8h 15mdirect
Emirates Logo
10:40 - 17:10
DXB
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DUR
8h 30mdirect
R10 944Emirates
Mon, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:10 - 3:50
DUR
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DXB
16h 40m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:10 - 22:30
DXB
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DUR
35h 20m2 stops
R11 422Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9

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JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

Dubai Intl

Sat 4/4

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

R9 296

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

23:00-15:45

1 stop14h 45m

Dubai Intl

Tue 24/2

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

R9 411

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

8:20-2:55

1 stop16h 35m

Dubai Intl

Sun 31/5

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

R9 461

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

13:45-3:50

1 stop12h 05m

Dubai Intl

Sat 17/1

6:55-0:25

1 stop19h 30m

R9 625

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

12:35-3:50

1 stop13h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sat 21/2

5:20-17:25

1 stop14h 05m

R10 516

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/2

12:35-3:50

1 stop13h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sun 22/2

22:25-17:30

1 stop21h 05m

R10 532

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

14:25-5:45

2 stops13h 20m

Dubai Intl

Fri 6/3

2:20-13:00

1 stop12h 40m

R10 664

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 26/1

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sat 31/1

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R10 895

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 26/1

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/2

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R10 944

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 2/2

9:10-3:50

2 stops16h 40m

Dubai Intl

Mon 9/2

13:10-22:30

2 stops35h 20m

R11 422

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Dubai?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Dubai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R9 477. If you’re not able to fly to Dubai in March, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Dubai during February average around R9 609.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Dubai?

R2 465 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Dubai. This flight is from Doha and is 77% cheaper than most flights to Dubai. To find the cheapest price to Dubai from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Dubai?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Dubai is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as R12 980. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from South Africa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R13 368.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from South Africa to Dubai when you can find flight prices for as low as R12 563. Flying to Dubai in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Dubai is at midday when prices are around R13 857.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Dubai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Dubai from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Dubai for around R10 164 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Dubai from South Africa for as low as R9 889 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Dubai Intl

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO DUBAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTMarch7% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai costs on average just R9 477 in March
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO DUBAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember20% more expensiveIt costs about R12 279 for flights to Dubai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO DUBAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember587% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Dubai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Cheap Dubai flight deals and tips

Summary info about Dubai flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R5 456

Best Round-Trip Price

R9 296

Fastest flight time

12h 05m

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The best one-way flight price to Dubai from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 456 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai Intl).
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The best round-trip flight price to Dubai from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R9 296 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai Intl).
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The fastest flight to Dubai from South Africa takes 12h 05m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai Intl).
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December has the highest demand for flights to Dubai, with a 1% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Dubai

When is the best time to plan a beach trip to Dubai?

The month of March, April, or May is often the best time to visit Dubai to go to the beach due to the weather. Jumeirah Beach is the most often visited beach in the area.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Dubai?

The ideal time to book your flight to Dubai is 77 days in advance, when prices tend to average R10 164.

Is there an alternative airport near Dubai?

Sharjah Airport, Dubai Al Maktoum Intl Airport, Ras Al Khaimah Airport, Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport or Fujairah Intl Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Dubai.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Dubai?

You can find deals at Sharjah Airport for R5 440 on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

Prices for flights to Dubai Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

As of January 2026, there are 18 operators available to choose from for flights to Dubai Intl Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Dubai Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Dubai Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Dubai Intl Airport 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 Dubai Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Dubai?

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

Yes. All flights to Dubai on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Dubai?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to Dubai.

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