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Cheapest round-trip
$473
Typical prices: $561-$654
Ethiopian Air
Mon 8/3Mon 8/17
JNB - AUH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$616
Typical prices: $563-$606
Etihad Airways
Mon 8/3Sun 8/16
JNB - AUH • Non-stop
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Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat
You can fly direct with Etihad Airways. Average duration is 8h 00m
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi (JNB-AUH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Aug 17
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:50 pm - 3:10 am
JNB
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AUH
26h 20m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 am - 3:55 am
AUH
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JNB
25h 30m
1 stop
$473Ethiopian Air
Mon, Aug 3 - Sun, Aug 16
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 7:45 pm
JNB
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AUH
8h 00mnonstop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:10 am - 8:20 am
AUH
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JNB
8h 10mnonstop
$616Etihad Airways
Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 30
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 am - 3:10 am
JNB
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AUH
16h 50m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 am - 1:25 pm
AUH
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JNB
11h 00m
1 stop
$633Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 7:45 pm
JNB
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AUH
7h 55mnonstop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:00 am - 8:20 am
AUH
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JNB
8h 20mnonstop
$639Etihad Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 6:55 am
JNB
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AUH
39h 25m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:35 am - 9:40 am
AUH
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JNB
33h 05m
2 stops
$640Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 6:55 am
JNB
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AUH
39h 25m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:35 am - 9:40 am
AUH
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JNB
33h 05m
2 stops
$641Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 7:45 pm
JNB
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AUH
7h 55mnonstop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:00 am - 8:20 am
AUH
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JNB
8h 20mnonstop
$645Etihad Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 6:55 am
JNB
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AUH
39h 25m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:35 am - 9:40 am
AUH
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JNB
33h 05m
2 stops
$646Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 6:55 am
JNB
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AUH
39h 25m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:35 am - 9:40 am
AUH
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JNB
33h 05m
2 stops
$647Turkish Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 10:55 am
JNB
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AUH
18h 50m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:25 am - 1:25 pm
AUH
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JNB
11h 00m
1 stop
$651Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi departing in August.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi is October, where tickets cost $503 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $674 and $663 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $499, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$302
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights

  • Where is the OR Tambo International Airport located?

    OR Tambo Airport is 30 minutes (27 kilometers) from Sandton and 28 minutes (25 kilometers) from Rosebank. Depending on whether you take the Gautrain from the airport, it will take 15 minutes to Sandton and up to 45 minutes to Rosebank (you must change platforms at Sandton Station and wait for the next train to Rosebank).

  • How many terminals are present at Abu Dhabi Airport?

    At the moment, there are three terminals at the Abu Dhabi International Airport. These are Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3. Terminal 1A and Terminal 1B are two parts of the first terminal.while terminal 2 is in a separate building to the west of Terminal 1. It is mostly used by low-cost airlines. Terminal 3 at the Abu Dhabi airport is for Etihad Airways and its Airbus A380s, which are the country's main airline.

  • How many flights are there between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Abu Dhabi per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and lands in Abu Dhabi, with an average flight time of 8h 00m. The most common departure time is 9:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 4 flights.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi was $302 for a one-way ticket and $473 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Johannesburg and Abu Dhabi?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

    Johannesburg and Abu Dhabi are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Johannesburg from Johannesburg OR Tambo and will be arriving at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

    Lufthansa, and South African offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Johannesburg and Abu Dhabi, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi are Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $619 and an overall rating of 7.3, Etihad Airways is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $591 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Abu Dhabi with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline. Booking your flights between Johannesburg and AUH can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Abu Dhabi from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $379 or less one-way and $614 or less round-trip.
  • The O.R. Tambo International Airport has 11,500 short-stay public parking facilities on-site. Friends and relatives may drop you off or pick you up outside the international airport for free for the first 20 minutes. If you need to leave your car at the airport, there is a long-term, low-cost parking facility at Super South Gate. A shuttle service takes people to asd well as from the airport terminals every 15 minutes, 24 hours a day.
  • Etihad Airways is the only airline that currently offers nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi. Check a summary of the flight times and schedules of all airlines that fly this route directly. There is Economy Class and Business Class. There is no Premium Economy or First Class on this route (at least not as a non-stop flight).
  • Airport lounges in Abu Dhabi International Airport are suitable for travelers seeking top hospitality services. Some of the lounges that provide free food and drinks, WiFi, and shower facilities include Al Ghazal lounge, Al Reem, the Etihad lounge, and the Al Dhabi lounge.

Prefer to fly direct from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Monday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Wednesday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Thursday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Saturday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

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Direct returns

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Wednesday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Thursday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Saturday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

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