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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $642. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Dubai.$642 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 4, returning Sun, Jun 7.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, Jun 4, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Dubai on Sun, Jun 7, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $642, select.

Dubai.$656 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 22, returning Thu, Oct 29.Round-trip flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, Oct 22, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Dubai on Thu, Oct 29, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $656, select.

Dubai.$659 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 3, returning Mon, Nov 23.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, Nov 3, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Dubai on Mon, Nov 23, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $659, select.

Dubai.$660 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 2, returning Sun, Aug 9.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Aug 2, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Dubai on Sun, Aug 9, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $660, select.

Dubai.$661 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 29, returning Wed, Aug 5.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Jul 29, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Dubai on Wed, Aug 5, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $661, select.

Dubai.$662 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 30, returning Sun, Nov 8.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, Oct 30, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Dubai on Sun, Nov 8, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $662, select.

Dubai.$669 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 16, returning Wed, Aug 5.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, Jun 16, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Dubai on Wed, Aug 5, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $669, select.

Dubai.$672 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 22, returning Fri, Apr 30.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Jun 22, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Dubai on Fri, Apr 30, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $672, select.

Dubai.$681 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 21, returning Thu, May 28.Round-trip flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, May 21, arriving in Dubai.Inbound direct flight with Emirates departing from Dubai on Thu, May 28, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $681, select.

Dubai.$687 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 1, returning Mon, Mar 8.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Mar 1, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Dubai on Mon, Mar 8, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $687, select.

Dubai.$689 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 23, returning Mon, Jul 27.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, Jul 23, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Dubai on Mon, Jul 27, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $689, select.

Dubai.$691 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 23, returning Sun, Jan 10.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Nov 23, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Dubai on Sun, Jan 10, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $691, select.

Dubai.$693 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 27, returning Fri, Jun 5.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, May 27, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Dubai on Fri, Jun 5, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $693, select.

Dubai.$706 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 1, returning Mon, Mar 29.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Jun 1, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Dubai on Mon, Mar 29, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $706, select.

Dubai.$708 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 23, returning Thu, Oct 29.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Sep 23, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Dubai on Thu, Oct 29, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $708, select.

Dubai.$718 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 4, returning Mon, Sep 7.Round-trip flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, Sep 4, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Dubai on Mon, Sep 7, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $718, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Johannesburg to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$642
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	8 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airline	South African Airways
Average flights per week	75

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai is $639. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai?

8 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai.

Which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai?

South African Airways, Emirates and Condor fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai.

How many flights are there a week from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai?

There are 75 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai, as of May 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai?

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Dubai is usually June.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 8 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Dubai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dubai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Dubai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Dubai?

Currently, Qatar Airways and Emirates offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Traveling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai Airport is 8 hours 15 minutes.
Dubai is two hours ahead of Johannesburg and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Flights from JNB to DXB start from 13:25 — the earliest with Emirates. The last service of the day is at 22:20 with Emirates. In total, you can take your pick of 30 weekly O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your JNB to DXB flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Getting to Dubai (and then seeing more of United Arab Emirates!) is a breeze with Emirates. This popular carrier has direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Emirates is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for JNB to DXB flights is Emirates.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between JNB and DXB include:
- Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
- Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
- King Shaka International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Dubai Airport (DXB)

Right now, $390 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $642. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from JNB to DXB.
The cheapest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from JNB to DXB.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai Airport.

Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

77.1% of flights that depart O.R. Tambo International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 29 kilometers from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near JNB? If you're catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)

If you're landing on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near DXB:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and explore beyond Dubai's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance.

Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai

Dubai Airport to the center of Dubai has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometers away.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.

When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)

January is the most popular month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Dubai in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from JNB to DXB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

You've visited Dubai, now it's time to explore other corners of United Arab Emirates. Journey around 23 kilometers north-east to Sharjah to tick off its leading sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another side of United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometers south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are highlights.