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Abu Dhabi.RM2,215 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 May, returning Sun, 11 May.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Zayed International on Sun, 11 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,215, select.
Abu Dhabi.RM2,363 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,363, select.
Abu Dhabi.RM2,385 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Zayed International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,385, select.
Abu Dhabi.RM2,402 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Nov, returning Sun, 7 Dec.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Zayed International on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,402, select.
Abu Dhabi.RM2,403 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Zayed International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,403, select.
Abu Dhabi.RM2,426 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,426, select.
Abu Dhabi.RM2,426 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Sep, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,426, select.
Abu Dhabi.RM2,426 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jul, returning Sat, 2 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,426, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Zayed International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Zayed International flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from RM2,215
Jun
from RM2,385
Jul
from RM2,627
Aug
from RM2,555
Sep
from RM2,426
Oct
from RM2,363
Nov
from RM2,520
Dec
from RM3,450
Jan
from RM3,662
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Apr
from RM3,169

Direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Zayed International

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Zayed International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Abu Dhabi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zayed International.

Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,215
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time7 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineGulf Air
Average flights per week33

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Zayed International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Zayed International is RM2,215. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Zayed International.
Gulf Air, Etihad Airways and Kuwait Airways fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Zayed International.
As of May 2025, there are 33 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Zayed International.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Zayed International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Zayed International Airport on Monday, 5 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zayed International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Currently, EgyptAir and Etihad Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zayed International.

Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is 7 hours 55 minutes.

  • The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is two hours ahead of Johannesburg.

  • Every week, there are seven O.R. Tambo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, jump on the 09:50 Etihad Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 09:55 with Etihad Airways.

  • Your JNB to AUH flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Flying into Abu Dhabi (and then discovering more of United Arab Emirates!) is a cinch with Etihad Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.

  • Etihad Airways is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier offering JNB to AUH flights.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between JNB and AUH include:

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Cairo International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight is RM1,265. A round-trip ticket is currently RM2,215. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from JNB to AUH.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from JNB to AUH.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.

Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Of the departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near JNB? If you're catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to AUH if you're catching a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Abu Dhabi's main sights.

  • Boost your chances of snagging the best rate by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Abu Dhabi International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a smart move.

Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi

  • Abu Dhabi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • February is the most popular month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Abu Dhabi in April.

  • When booking your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from JNB to AUH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

  • Abu Dhabi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Arab Emirates just waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, a visit to Dubai will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.

  • If you're eager to discover another corner of United Arab Emirates, head for Sharjah, roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park are the start of reasons to visit.

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