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10:10 - 20:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DXB Dubai Intl
8h 00mdirect
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23:25 - 5:35DXB  Dubai Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
8h 10mdirect
R9 338Emirates
Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Nov 24
Emirates Logo
10:10 - 20:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DXB Dubai Intl
8h 00mdirect
Emirates Logo
14:20 - 20:30DXB  Dubai Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
8h 10mdirect
R9 338Emirates
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
Kenya Airways Logo
1:35 - 5:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DXB Dubai Intl
26h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
6:55 - 10:55DXB  Dubai Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 00m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 420Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 8
Kenya Airways Logo
1:35 - 0:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DXB Dubai Intl
20h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
2:20 - 10:55DXB  Dubai Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 453Kenya Airways
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 11:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DXB Dubai Intl
13h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
22:25 - 8:40DXB  Dubai Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 012Qatar Airways
Mon, Mar 8 - Wed, Mar 17
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 3:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DXB Dubai Intl
12h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
22:50 - 15:35DXB  Dubai Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 127Qatar Airways
Thu, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 4:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DXB Dubai Intl
11h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 20:10DXB  Dubai Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R10 374Ethiopian Air
Tue, Apr 6 - Fri, Apr 16
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 15:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DXB Dubai Intl
29h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:10 - 3:55DXB  Dubai Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R10 423Ethiopian Air
Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 19
Air Tanzania Logo
14:15 - 2:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DXB Dubai Intl
34h 15m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Dar Es Salaam
Air Tanzania Logo
4:00 - 13:15DXB  Dubai Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
11h 15m1 stop Dar Es Salaam
R10 637Air Tanzania
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18
Air Tanzania Logo
14:15 - 2:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DXB Dubai Intl
34h 15m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Dar Es Salaam
Air Tanzania Logo
4:00 - 13:15DXB  Dubai Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
11h 15m1 stop Dar Es Salaam
R10 637Air Tanzania
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23

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JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

10:10-20:10

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Tue 24/11

23:25-5:35

Nonstop8h 10m

R9 338

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

10:10-20:10

Nonstop8h 00m

Dubai Intl

Thu 26/11

14:20-20:30

Nonstop8h 10m

R9 338

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

1:35-5:45

1 stop26h 10m

Dubai Intl

Tue 8/12

6:55-10:55

1 stop30h 00m

R9 420

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

1:35-0:30

1 stop20h 55m

Dubai Intl

Tue 8/12

2:20-10:55

1 stop10h 35m

R9 453

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/3

20:20-11:40

1 stop13h 20m

Dubai Intl

Wed 17/3

22:25-8:40

1 stop12h 15m

R10 012

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/3

13:45-3:50

1 stop12h 05m

Dubai Intl

Sun 7/3

22:50-15:35

1 stop18h 45m

R10 127

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/4

14:30-4:10

1 stop11h 40m

Dubai Intl

Fri 16/4

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R10 374

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

8:20-15:45

1 stop29h 25m

Dubai Intl

Sat 19/12

17:10-3:55

1 stop12h 45m

R10 423

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

14:15-2:30

2 stops34h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 18/11

4:00-13:15

1 stop11h 15m

R10 637

JohannesburgDubai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DXB Dubai Intl

JNBDXB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

14:15-2:30

2 stops34h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 23/11

4:00-13:15

1 stop11h 15m

R10 637

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Dubai?

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 880. 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 913.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Dubai?

R3 441 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Dubai. This flight is from Doha and is 57% 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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as R12 981. 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 515.

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 384. 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 229.

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 430 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 R10 094 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Dubai Intl

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO DUBAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTFebruary6% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Dubai costs on average just R9 880 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO DUBAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember18% more expensiveIt costs about R12 379 for flights to Dubai from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO DUBAI FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember629% 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 277

Best Round-Trip Price

R9 338

Fastest flight time

12h 05m

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The best one-way flight price to Dubai from South Africa in the last 5 days is R5 277 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Dubai Intl).
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The best return flight price to Dubai from South Africa in the last 5 days is R9 338 (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 4% 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 89 days in advance, when prices tend to average R10 430.

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 Ras Al Khaimah Airport for R2 515 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 October 2026, there are 13 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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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.

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