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Popular Destinations in South Africa

The major cities of South Africa are ready to be explored. Learn about these celebrated locales and the outbound flights below.

Discover one-way or return flights to South Africa from AED 973

For as little as AED 973, you can take your next adventure to South Africa without breaking the bank. Choose between one-way and return tickets from a range of popular airlines below.

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  • Round-trip
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        Sun, Apr 13
        DXB
        JNB
        |
        Dubai
        Johannesburg
        Nonstop|Emirates
        AED 2,065AED 3,630
        43% OFF
        43% OFF
        AED 3,630AED 2,065
      • Wed, Apr 9
        DXB
        CPT
        |
        Dubai
        Cape Town
        Nonstop|Emirates
        AED 2,425AED 3,630
        33% OFF
        33% OFF
        AED 3,630AED 2,425
      • Sun, Jun 1
        DXB
        JNB
        |
        Dubai
        Johannesburg
        1 stop|Ethiopian Airlines
        AED 973AED 3,630
        73% OFF
        73% OFF
        AED 3,630AED 973
      • Sat, Apr 26
        DXB
        CPT
        |
        Dubai
        Cape Town
        1 stop|Ethiopian Airlines
        AED 1,519
        AED 1,519
      • Tue, May 6
        DXB
        DUR
        |
        Dubai
        Durban
        1 stop|Turkish Airlines
        AED 1,985
        AED 1,985
      • Sat, Apr 12
        DXB
        PLZ
        |
        Dubai
        Port Elizabeth
        1 stop|Emirates
        AED 2,200
        AED 2,200
      • Wed, Apr 9
        DXB
        ELS
        |
        Dubai
        East london
        1 stop|Emirates
        AED 2,204
        AED 2,204
      • Mon, May 12
        DXB
        GRJ
        |
        Dubai
        George
        1 stop|Emirates
        AED 2,244
        AED 2,244
      • Sat, Apr 19
        DXB
        MQP
        |
        Dubai
        Nelspruit
        1 stop|Emirates
        AED 2,274
        AED 2,274
      • Sun, Apr 13
        DXB Dubai
        JNB Johannesburg
        1 stop|Economy
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Featured airlines flying to South Africa

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When is the Cheapest Time to Fly to South Africa from United Arab Emirates?

Explore the best time to buy affordable tickets to each major city in South Africa with our price trend chart, which predicts how flight prices will change in the coming weeks from previous data.

  • Johannesburg
  • Cape Town
  • Durban
  • Port Elizabeth
  • Bloemfontein
  • George
Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Important Info for Flying to South Africa

Cheapest one-way flight priceAED 973
Cheapest return ticket priceAED 2,575
Off-season for travelMarch
Peak season for travelJanuary
Popular airlineEmirates

How to find a cheap flight to South Africa

If you leave it until the last minute and forget to check some of the key information when booking tickets, prices can often end up skyrocketing. Below, you can find our top tips for getting the best value flights – from changing dates to chasing deals, there are plenty ways to keep your next trip affordable.
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Book Early
Once prices are gone, they're gone. Lock in deals while you can!
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Compare Flight Prices
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Look Out for Deals
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Check One-way Fares
Buying two cheap one-way flights can sometimes be a better deal than a round-trip.
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FAQ

  • How much is a flight to South Africa?

    The average price of a round-trip flight to South Africa from United Arab Emirates is AED 1,584, while a one-way flight costs AED 973.

  • What's the cheapest return flight to South Africa in the next 30 days?

    The cheapest round-trip flight to South Africa from United Arab Emirates is on the route from Dubai to Johannesburg, with prices starting at AED 1,658 between 2025-04-17 and 2025-04-25.

  • Which city has the cheapest flights when traveling from United Arab Emirates to South Africa?

    Over the next 3 months, the cheapest city to fly to South Africa from United Arab Emirates is Abu Dhabi, with an average round-trip price of AED 1,584.

  • Where can I fly to South Africa from United Arab Emirates?

    There are direct flights from United Arab Emirates to South Africa. Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban are all popular destinations in South Africa.

  • What are the best places to visit in South Africa?

    Based on Trip.com data, Johannesburg attracts most tourists in South Africa. Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, and George are all popular cities for tourism in South Africa.

  • What's the top tourist attraction in South Africa?

    Cape of Good Hope attracted the most visitors last year, followed by Table Mountain National Park, and Table Mountain.

  • Which airlines offer flights to South Africa from United Arab Emirates?

    Emirates are airlines that fly frequently from United Arab Emirates to South Africa. The overall price will vary depending on your destination and travel dates. Budget airlines generally offer lower prices to South Africa, but they may have limited baggage allowance, reduced onboard services, and longer commuting times to secondary airports.

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