Dubai, UAEJohannesburg, South Africa

Flights from Dubai to Johannesburg

Nonstop flights from Dubai (DXB) to Johannesburg (JNB) take about 8h 31m (6,413 km). Emirates and South African Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $652 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Johannesburg

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

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Airlines flying Dubai to Johannesburg

Carriers on DXB–JNB according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Emiratesnonstop fare seen✈ South African Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Dubai to Johannesburg fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $659 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $318. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$65927 Oct 2026 · Emirates	$332 · 1 stop23 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$69223 Nov 2026 · South African Airways	$318 · 1 stop23 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$70727 Dec 2026 · Emirates	$331 · 1 stop7 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$70721 Jan 2027 · Emirates	$342 · 1 stop13 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$7074 Feb 2027 · Emirates	$333 · 1 stop21 Feb 2027
Apr 2027	$73519 Apr 2027 · Emirates	$348 · 1 stop19 Apr 2027
May 2027	$74314 May 2027 · Emirates	$346 · 1 stop13 May 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $318 for November 2026, $331 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 (Dubai 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 — Dubai to Johannesburg flights

How long is the flight from Dubai to Johannesburg?

A nonstop flight from Dubai (DXB) to Johannesburg (JNB) takes about 8h 31m, covering 6,413 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 Dubai from Johannesburg by air?

The great-circle distance between Dubai International Airport and O.R. Tambo International Airport is 6,413 km (3,985 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Dubai to Johannesburg?

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

How much does a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on DXB–JNB was $652 USD with Emirates (nonstop), departing 14 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 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 Dubai to Johannesburg?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $318 one-way, against $348 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 Dubai to Johannesburg?

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $315 with one stop against $652 nonstop, a saving of $337. 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 12 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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