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Cheap flights from South Africa to the United Arab Emirates from R5 311

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Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 3:25
JNB
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SHJ
10h 55m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 13:05
SHJ
-
JNB
10h 40m1 stop
R8 210Ethiopian Air
Thu, Feb 19 - Wed, Feb 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 3:25
JNB
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SHJ
10h 55m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 13:05
SHJ
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JNB
10h 40m1 stop
R8 310Ethiopian Air
Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 3:25
JNB
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SHJ
17h 05m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 20:10
SHJ
-
JNB
17h 45m1 stop
R8 411Ethiopian Air
Mon, Feb 2 - Sun, Feb 8
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 0:30
JNB
-
DXB
29h 30m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
2:20 - 15:50
DXB
-
JNB
15h 30m1 stop
R9 466Kenya Airways
Mon, Feb 23 - Wed, Feb 25
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 0:30
JNB
-
DXB
29h 30m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
6:55 - 15:50
DXB
-
JNB
10h 55m1 stop
R9 483Kenya Airways
Mon, Feb 23 - Thu, Feb 26
RwandAir Logo
3:10 - 8:30
JNB
-
DXB
27h 20m1 stop
RwandAir Logo
1:50 - 14:20
DXB
-
JNB
14h 30m1 stop
R10 053RwandAir
Fri, Mar 20 - Mon, Mar 23
Qatar Airways Logo
18:55 - 10:50
CPT
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AUH
13h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:40 - 10:30
AUH
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CPT
17h 50m1 stop
R10 204Qatar Airways
Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 8
Qatar Airways Logo
18:55 - 17:25
CPT
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AUH
20h 30m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
5:20 - 17:25
AUH
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CPT
14h 05m1 stop
R10 488Qatar Airways
Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 8
Emirates Logo
19:10 - 5:25
DUR
-
DXB
8h 15mdirect
Emirates Logo
10:40 - 17:10
DXB
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DUR
8h 30mdirect
R11 058Emirates
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11
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
R11 276Emirates
Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 8

Kenya Airways flights from South Africa to United Arab Emirates

Our best Kenya Airways deals on South Africa to United Arab Emirates flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Feb 23
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 30m
1 stop
DXB0:30Dubai Intl
Feb 25
DXB2:20Dubai Intl
15h 30m
1 stop
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
R9 466
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Kenya Airways
Feb 23
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 30m
1 stop
DXB0:30Dubai Intl
Feb 26
DXB6:55Dubai Intl
10h 55m
1 stop
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
R9 483
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Kenya Airways
Apr 19
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 25m
1 stop
DXB23:25Dubai Intl
Apr 26
DXB6:55Dubai Intl
19h 20m
1 stop
JNB0:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
R9 785
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RwandAir flights from South Africa to United Arab Emirates

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RwandAir
Mar 21
JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 40m
1 stop
DXB8:30Dubai Intl
Mar 26
DXB1:50Dubai Intl
14h 30m
1 stop
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 053
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RwandAir
Mar 21
JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 40m
1 stop
DXB8:30Dubai Intl
Mar 28
DXB1:50Dubai Intl
26h 30m
1 stop
JNB2:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 069
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RwandAir
Dec 28
JNB3:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 20m
1 stop
DXB8:30Dubai Intl
Jan 8
DXB1:50Dubai Intl
26h 30m
1 stop
JNB2:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 963
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to United Arab Emirates that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 20 December 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

14:30-3:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Wed 25/2

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 210

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

14:30-3:25

1 stop10h 55m

Sharjah

Wed 28/1

4:25-13:05

1 stop10h 40m

R8 310

JohannesburgSharjah

JNB - SHJ

JNBSHJ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

8:20-3:25

1 stop17h 05m

Sharjah

Sun 8/2

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R8 411

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

17:00-0:30

1 stop29h 30m

Dubai Intl

Wed 25/2

2:20-15:50

1 stop15h 30m

R9 466

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

17:00-0:30

1 stop29h 30m

Dubai Intl

Thu 26/2

6:55-15:50

1 stop10h 55m

R9 483

JohannesburgDubai

JNB - DXB

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

3:10-8:30

1 stop27h 20m

Dubai Intl

Mon 23/3

1:50-14:20

1 stop14h 30m

R10 053

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

18:55-10:50

1 stop13h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 8/2

18:40-10:30

1 stop17h 50m

R10 204

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

18:55-17:25

1 stop20h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 8/2

5:20-17:25

1 stop14h 05m

R10 488

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 4/2

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 11/2

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R11 058

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 1/2

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sun 8/2

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R11 276

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to United Arab Emirates

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What is the cheapest month to fly to United Arab Emirates?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to United Arab Emirates from South Africa, with most prices found around R9 634. The month of February is another great option to travel to United Arab Emirates, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R9 768.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United Arab Emirates?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to United Arab Emirates is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as R13 205. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from South Africa to United Arab Emirates on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around R13 611. 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 United Arab Emirates?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to United Arab Emirates is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from South Africa to United Arab Emirates in the morning for as low as R12 740. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to United Arab Emirates are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of R14 183. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest South Africa to United Arab Emirates flight route?

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for the best South Africa - United Arab Emirates flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to United Arab Emirates?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to United Arab Emirates from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to United Arab Emirates for around R10 321 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to United Arab Emirates from South Africa for as low as R10 069 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to United Arab Emirates flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to United Arab Emirates 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 South Africa to United Arab Emirates flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to United Arab Emirates flight.

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Best price found

R6 921

Fastest flight time

7h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in United Arab Emirates

12 airports
The best one-way flight to United Arab Emirates from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R6 921. The best return flight deal from South Africa to United Arab Emirates found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R9 469.
The fastest flight from South Africa to United Arab Emirates takes 7h 55m
Direct flights go from South Africa to United Arab Emirates every day.
There are 12 airports in United Arab Emirates. From South Africa there are direct flights to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH), Dubai Intl (DXB).
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to United Arab Emirates?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to United Arab Emirates.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United Arab Emirates?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your United Arab Emirates 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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to United Arab Emirates?

Best airlines flying from South Africa to United Arab Emirates

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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R6 059Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 337 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R6 179Free CancellationRating
7,2
913 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R6 216Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 440 reviews
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RwandAirPriceFrom R6 829Free CancellationRating
7,7
37 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R7 201Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 685 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R7 661Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 108 reviews
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EgyptairPriceFrom R7 765Free CancellationRating
6,5
388 reviews
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Air TanzaniaPriceFrom R8 156Free CancellationRating
7,7
18 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom R8 482Free CancellationRating
6,8
287 reviews
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Air MauritiusPriceFrom R9 138Free CancellationRating
0,0
0 reviews
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