Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Dubai: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 8 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai.
Dubai is 2 hours ahead of Johannesburg, where O.R. Tambo International Airport is located. Dubai operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
The busiest route is from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Dubai Airport (DXB). You can select from 30 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from JNB to DXB is the 13:25 Emirates service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 22:20 with Emirates.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from JNB to Dubai. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Nonstop flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Dubai are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) is where you'll step off the plane.
Check out the offers from Emirates. This carrier has direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from JNB to Dubai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
To travel to United Arab Emirates for tourism purposes, you'll need an e-visa if you have a passport from South Africa. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the duration and purpose of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai.
The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near JNB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Dubai
RM1,369 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,097. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from JNB to Dubai, book your trip 9 months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 49 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to DXB if you're taking a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. Following your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours and 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near DWC. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from JNB to Dubai at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the most popular month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Dubai in April when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from JNB to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dubai right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Dubai:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are major attractions which should be on every Dubai itinerary.
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