Question 1

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

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We help find the flight that best suits your needs; momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight for you.

Question 2

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

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

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Dubai?

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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.

Question 4

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

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Price alerts on flights to Dubai are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.

Question 5

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

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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.

Question 6

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

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The ideal time to book your flight to Dubai is 85 days in advance, when prices tend to average R10 286.

Question 7

Is there an alternative airport near Dubai?

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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.

Question 8

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Dubai?

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You can find deals at Ras Al Khaimah Airport for R2 492 on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 9

Which airlines fly to Dubai?

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For flights from South Africa to Dubai, most momondo users will book with popular airlines such as Emirates, South African, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways. Depending on what airport you fly from, you may have other airlines to choose from.

Question 10

South African Flights to Dubai

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There are 28 South African flights to Dubai in a normal week. The most common departure point is Johannesburg OR Tambo and the best South African ticket price seen on momondo is R11 297 (last 72 hours, from Cape Town Intl, to Dubai). South African has a score of 7,7 from 65 user reviews on momondo.

Question 11

Air Tanzania Flights to Dubai

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Air Tanzania flies to Dubai 4 times per week usually, making it a popular airline to fly with, particularly when heading to Dubai from Dar Es Salaam. Air Tanzania (rating: 7,6, 24 reviews) varies in price depending on when and where you want to fly to Dubai from. The best Air Tanzania ticket price found on momondo to Dubai was from Johannesburg OR Tambo (R8 163 return).

Question 12

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

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Prices for flights to Dubai Intl Airport are updated daily.

Question 13

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

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As of September 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights to Dubai Intl Airport.

Question 14

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

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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.

Question 15

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

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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.

Question 16

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

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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 286 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 933 on momondo.

Question 17

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

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The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Dubai is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as R12 793. 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 303.

Question 18

How long does it take to fly to Dubai?

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The average flight duration from South Africa to Dubai depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai Intl is 7h 55m on average, while flying from Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl is 9h 20m on average. Dubai Intl is the most popular airport in Dubai.

Question 19

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

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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 228. 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 R14 005.

Question 20

What is the cheapest month to fly to Dubai?

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In general, February 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 787. If you’re not able to fly to Dubai in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Dubai during March average around R9 819.

Question 21

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Dubai?

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R5 706 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Dubai. This flight is from Dublin and is 32% cheaper than most flights to Dubai. To find the cheapest price to Dubai from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO DUBAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	5% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai costs on average just R9 787 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO DUBAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	18% more expensive	It costs about R12 213 for flights to Dubai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO DUBAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	640% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Dubai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Best One-Way Price	R4 983
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 526
Fastest flight time	12h 05m
Popular in	December

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