$319 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

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Popular airlines from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)

Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi (JNB-AUH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $319 for one-way flights and $399 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Etihad Airways
Tue, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 19
JNB
Johannesburg
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$399 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$399
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $399 found 5 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Tue, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 18
JNB
Johannesburg
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$419 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$419
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $419 found 5 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Fri, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 18
JNB
Johannesburg
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$439 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$439
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $439 found 5 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Wed, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 12
JNB
Johannesburg
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$459 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$459
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi, returning Fri, Sep 12, priced at $459 found 17 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Fri, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 18
JNB
Johannesburg
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$479 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$479
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $479 found 5 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Wed, Feb 25
JNB
Johannesburg
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$511 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$511
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 19 from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $511 found 4 days ago
Etihad Airways
Tue, Sep 2 - Thu, Sep 4
JNB
Johannesburg
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$515 Roundtrip, just found
$515
Roundtrip
just found
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $515 just found
EGYPTAIR
Mon, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 30
JNB
Johannesburg
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$561 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$561
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select EGYPTAIR flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $561 found 3 days ago
Qatar Airways
Fri, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 26
JNB
Johannesburg
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$620 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$620
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $620 found 5 days ago
Air Seychelles
Sun, Aug 31 - Sat, Sep 6
JNB
Johannesburg
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$744 Roundtrip, just found
$744
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Seychelles flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $744 just found
Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Origin airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Destination airport
Abu Dhabi Intl.
Airlines serving
EGYPTAIR, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price
$399
Distance
3913 mi
Average flight time
7 hours 55 mins

Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $319 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $319 or cheap return flight from $399 from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
October is the cheapest month to fly from JNB to AUH. Traveling during an off-peak travel window is often the key to better flight prices.
Which airlines fly direct from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
When flying out of O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), you can jump on a nonstop flight to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) with Etihad Airways.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll fly you from JNB to AUH. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to pick up a great deal.
How many flights per day from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
On average, O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) offers 3 direct flights to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) per week. For more choice, use Expedia's filter tool to search for flights with a layover. Squeeze in a quick visit to another location or simply break up your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Flights between JNB and AUH are their busiest at 9 AM. For a quieter experience and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from JNB to AUH?
Jet off on a Friday if you're looking for the best choice of flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH).
What is the earliest flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Take the earliest flight at around 9:55AM UTC+2, leaving from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). You'll be in the air for approximately 7h 50m, touching down at Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) at approximately 7:45PM UTC+4.
How long does it take to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
The average flight duration from JNB to AUH is 7 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 3,900 mi.
What is the best time to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
To arrive at Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) on schedule, opt for a flight that leaves from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Abu Dhabi from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
If you're boarding a direct flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) last-minute?
Booking your flight from JNB to AUH right before your journey is usually more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a JNB to AUH flight and hotel package?
Booking a JNB to AUH flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Choose from our impressive range of accommodations and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Typically, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your JNB to AUH flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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