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Cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Johannesburg

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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

37%Trains are 37% more expensive in Johannesburg than in Dubai.

DubaiAED 6.00

JohannesburgAED 8.19

MealMid-priced restaurant

8%The average meal is 8% more expensive in Johannesburg than in Dubai.

DubaiAED 40.00

JohannesburgAED 43.11

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

71%A taxi fare in Johannesburg is 71% cheaper than in Dubai.

DubaiAED 12.00

JohannesburgAED 3.45

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

61%Coffee in Johannesburg is 61% cheaper than in Dubai.

DubaiAED 21.70

JohannesburgAED 8.39

Exchange rate

1 AED = 4.63 ZAR

1 ZAR = 0.22 AED

Last checked on Fri, 05/12

Distance: 6408 kms

Dubai airports

Dubai International Airport (DXB)How far from city centre: 19 kms

Al Maktoum International (DWC)How far from city centre: 21 kms

Etihad Bus Station (XNB)How far from city centre: 6 kms

Johannesburg airports

OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)How far from city centre: 1 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Dubai to Johannesburg

How long does the flight take to go from Dubai to Johannesburg?

The total flight time between Dubai and Johannesburg is of around 11:00 hours on average, considering an average distance of 7,997 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How can I find cheap flights from Dubai to Johannesburg at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Dubai to Johannesburg is AED982. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Johannesburg expensive to visit compared to Dubai?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Johannesburg costs an average of 3.45 AED, 71% cheaper than Dubai, with a fare of 12.00 AED,

while train tickets costs 37% more in Johannesburg: 8.19 AED against 6.00 AED in Dubai.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 43.11 AED in Johannesburg, 8% more than the 40.00 AED in Dubai.

The price of the coffee is around 61% cheaper in Johannesburg, with an average of 8.39 AED, while in Dubai the coffee costs 21.70 AED.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Dubai to Johannesburg?

At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions South Africa may apply when travelling from Dubai. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

Which airports have flights between Dubai and Johannesburg?

The main airport route flying between Dubai and Johannesburg is: Dubai International Airport (DXB) to OR Tambo International Airport (JNB). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Kenya Airways.

Ethiopian Airlines.