Abu Dhabi, UAEJohannesburg, South Africa

Flights from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg

Nonstop flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Johannesburg (JNB) take about 8h 22m (6,299 km). Etihad Airways flies it. Lowest fare seen: $378 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Johannesburg

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Qatar Airways aircraft on tarmac at Johannesburg Airport with service vehicles — arriving in Johannesburg

Airport transfer

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Abu Dhabi →1 lounge at Abu Dhabi Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresJNB to Johannesburg: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Johannesburg →1 drop-off point

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Airlines flying Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg

Carriers on AUH–JNB according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Etihad Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $364 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $328. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$36428 Oct 2026 · Etihad Airways	$334 · 1 stop29 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$58611 Nov 2026 · Etihad Airways	$328 · 1 stop2 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$59430 Dec 2026 · Etihad Airways	$336 · 1 stop22 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$58713 Jan 2027 · Etihad Airways	$332 · 1 stop20 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$55618 Feb 2027 · Etihad Airways	$339 · 1 stop25 Feb 2027
Apr 2027	$73927 Apr 2027 · Etihad Airways	$379 · 1 stop29 Apr 2027
May 2027	$7312 May 2027 · Etihad Airways	$335 · 1 stop13 May 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $328 for November 2026, $332 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 7 of 7 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Johannesburg

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South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg flights

How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

A nonstop flight from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Johannesburg (JNB) takes about 8h 22m, covering 6,299 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg by air?

The great-circle distance between Zayed International Airport and O.R. Tambo International Airport is 6,299 km (3,914 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the AUH–JNB route include Etihad Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on AUH–JNB was $378 USD with Etihad Airways (nonstop), departing 31 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $328 one-way, against $379 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Abu Dhabi to Johannesburg?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $328 with one stop against $378 nonstop, a saving of $50. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from UAE to South Africa?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter South Africa visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Johannesburg?

South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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