AED 1,282 Find Cheap Flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi

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Cheap Flights from South Africa to Abu Dhabi

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from South Africa 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 return flight deals from South Africa to Abu Dhabi

ma, 1 sep. - zo, 7 sep.
Ethiopian Air Logo
08:20 - 03:10JNB-AUH
16h 50m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
04:25 - 13:05AUH-JNB
10h 40m1 stop
AED 1,689Ethiopian Air
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do, 25 sep. - za, 11 okt.
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 03:10JNB-AUH
10h 40m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
04:25 - 20:10AUH-JNB
17h 45m1 stop
AED 1,700Ethiopian Air
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wo, 22 okt. - zo, 2 nov.
Qatar Airways Logo
20:25 - 17:20JNB-AUH
18h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
23:30 - 15:35AUH-JNB
18h 05m1 stop
AED 1,932Qatar Airways
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zo, 3 aug. - vr, 31 okt.
Qatar Airways Logo
20:25 - 16:20JNB-AUH
17h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
05:20 - 15:35AUH-JNB
12h 15m1 stop
AED 1,965Qatar Airways
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zo, 31 aug. - wo, 22 okt.
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 19:45JNB-AUH
7h 55mdirect
Etihad Airways Logo
02:10 - 08:20AUH-JNB
8h 10mdirect
AED 2,013Etihad Airways
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ma, 1 sep. - za, 6 sep.
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 19:45JNB-AUH
7h 55mdirect
Etihad Airways Logo
02:10 - 08:20AUH-JNB
8h 10mdirect
AED 2,020Etihad Airways
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zo, 19 okt. - za, 1 nov.
Egyptair Logo
21:45 - 15:30JNB-AUH
15h 45m1 stop
Egyptair Logo
05:05 - 07:10AUH-JNB
28h 05m1 stop
AED 2,068Egyptair
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zo, 19 okt. - di, 4 nov.
Egyptair Logo
21:45 - 15:30JNB-AUH
15h 45m1 stop
Egyptair Logo
16:10 - 07:10AUH-JNB
17h 00m1 stop
AED 2,071Egyptair
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di, 30 sep. - ma, 6 okt.
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17:50 - 00:35JNB-AUH
28h 45m1 stop
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02:15 - 10:35AUH-JNB
34h 20m1 stop
AED 2,358
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di, 30 sep. - di, 7 okt.
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20:25 - 16:20JNB-AUH
17h 55m1 stop
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23:45 - 14:05AUH-JNB
16h 20m3 stops
AED 2,376
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Abu Dhabi

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Abu Dhabi?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights 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 to Abu Dhabi is February, where tickets cost AED 1,862 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of tickets from South Africa is AED 2,670 and AED 2,523 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is February with an average price of AED 1,862.

What is a good deal for flights to Abu Dhabi?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Abu Dhabi, 25% of our users found tickets to Abu Dhabi for the following prices or less: From Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport AED 1,984 return.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 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, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 11% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flightAED 1,282
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (22% more expensive on average)
Flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

FAQs - booking Abu Dhabi flights

  • How far is Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport from central Abu Dhabi?

    The distance between Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport and the city centre of Abu Dhabi is 28 km.

  • What is the name of Abu Dhabi’s airport?

    When flying to Abu Dhabi, you'll arrive at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport (AUH). The airport is also known as Zayed Intl.

  • How much is a flight to Abu Dhabi?

    On average, a flight to Abu Dhabi costs AED 1,811. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost AED 1,269 and departed from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Abu Dhabi?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Abu Dhabi is Friday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as AED 2,729. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where round-trip prices are AED 3,405 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights 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 to Abu Dhabi.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights 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 with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight 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 up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Abu Dhabi?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Abu Dhabi is generally in the afternoon, when round-trip flights cost AED 640 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Abu Dhabi is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is AED 770.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Abu Dhabi

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Abu Dhabi? 25% of our users found return tickets to Abu Dhabi for the following prices or less: From Johannesburg OR Tambo AED 1,699
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Abu Dhabi flight deals.

Prefer to fly direct to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
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Direct departures

South Africa to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Monday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +45 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +46 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +44 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +45 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +44 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +45 more

Thursday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +44 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +45 more

Friday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +44 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +45 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +46 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +47 more

Sunday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +43 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +44 more

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Direct returns

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to South Africa

Monday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +45 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +46 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +44 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +45 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +44 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +45 more

Thursday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +44 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +45 more

Friday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +44 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +45 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +46 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +47 more

Sunday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +43 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +44 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from South Africa to Abu Dhabi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Abu Dhabi. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from South Africa to Abu Dhabi. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Abu Dhabi? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3611 reviews
7.4Entertainment
7.5Boarding
7.3Food
7.4Comfort
7.9Crew
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Liked some flight attendants. 1 was rude I'll not say her name I don't want to get her jn trouble on my flight back to Dallas from Doha. Very rude to some races of people clearly. She needs a better attitude and bedside manners. Asking her questions and she responds "WHAT" twice rudely like I was bothering her and "is it going to be cranberry or mango juice with an attitude".

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2025DPS - DOH
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Liked some flight attendants. 1 was rude I'll not say her name I don't want to get her jn trouble on my flight back to Dallas from Doha. Very rude to some races of people clearly. She needs a better attitude and bedside manners. Asking her questions and she responds "WHAT" twice rudely like I was bothering her and "is it going to be cranberry or mango juice with an attitude".

All the crew members were too slow and rude. Most of the times the registers were empty, while hundreds of customers were waiting in line, and it was impossible to get a supervisor. Despite being in line on time, I missed my freight, plus a some customers who were ahead and behind me.

Seats very small and unable to pre purchase internet or seat upgrades

I was denied lounge facility at airport. Explanation was not satisfactory.

Did not like anything. Seats were crammed, leg space was minimal and food was terrible. This was the first time traveling overseas in American Airlines and was the worst experience ever. Have learned a lesson to never travel in American Airlines.

Our male flight attendant was top notch - wish I could remember his name. Boarding is never fun when I have to ride the shuttle to the middle of the tarmac and pull my carry on bags up the stairs to my seat. My knees are banged up and my shoulders give me pain, so the flight started off poorly. The seat leg rests don’t recline completely so that makes is difficult if not dangerous to get in and out of the middle seats. The entertainment system touch screens prevented one from seeing the options. They are old and the software needs to be updated. I was on six planes in the last two weeks and able to see the flight progress without any stress. Couldn’t watch anything else. I do like Qatar Airways, just not a fan of a few things.

Qatar Airways in-flight first/business class service is superior to any US airline; excellent meals are served on short haul flights such as between DXB and DOH.

Delayed my flights and no communication. We end up spending 6 hrs in Doha. No food or any concern from the airline. Terrible

Doha airport is huge , takes long time to reach gate .

Wasn’t allowed to continue with the purchased tickets because I hadn’t been able to go on the first scheduled leg.

It was OK as the seat which we paid for doesn’t have any window. We paid $120 for 3 seats but it’s for nothing. Crew could not help. None of the ports worked so all our phones went dry

I had a terrible experience checking in at the airport for my flight. I booked my ticket initially through Kayak while it was promoted as a ticket that offers a carry on and 2 suit cases. (I have a screen shot as a proof of it) I selected it to buy three tickets and paid online. Couple of minutes later airfare assist which is the OTA offering the ticket called me saying My card declined. So I used a different card that went through. I was surprised that they increased the price ticket by a $167. They said the ticket no longer exists and because my card declined I had to buy a new one. So I did. The day my family and I were traveling I could not check in and when I went to the airport I was shocked to be told my ticket had no bags allowed and must pay $200 per bag for three people 6 bags mean I have to pay $1200. I called the travel agency as I feel I was scammed the confirmation didn’t say anything about the bags and they never told me the new ticket doesn’t not include any bag so they changed it after I selected it on your app without informing me. Very sneaky. The travel agency said they will reimburse me only for one bag person. Which means I still paid $600 I still feel very disappointed to pay such an expense. I have always used Kayak to buy my flight tickets and telling everyone how good your rates and app are however after this I feel I was mislead and paid more for something I should not have to. You allowing such an agency on your platform will surely hurt your reputation and level of integrity. I have all the proofs from the screen shot to the confirmation email from them, the or email offering to reimburse o e bag per person and the $1200 bag fees receipts that I paid on the desk. I must be refund the full amount and I look forward to your response.

A380 First Class Apartments were phenomenal. Comfortable bed and matress cover, superior vegetarian five course meal, shower, small business lounge and plenty of exercise walking around the aircraft.

The food could be better. Toilets were smelly all along

Etihad seems to have a very strict luggage enforcement. I am a very light passenger compared to other passengers which are mainly heavier. I do not understood why airlines enforce the weight restriction so strictly. I was overweight luggage of 1.5kg, but am probably 10+kg lighter than the average passenger. Other airlines are far more accommodating. Poor customer service as far as I am concerned. If weight is such an important issue to an airline they should charge passengers by total amount of body weight plus luggage. To me just ridiculous.

Certainly! Here’s a more concise and refined version of your report, maintaining a polished and professional tone: --- Crew Check-In – Kolkata (CCU) The crew handling check-in in Kolkata was outstanding—efficient, courteous, and highly organized. Flight Segment – CCU to Abu Dhabi (AUH) A standard flight overall. Notably, only one in-flight meal option—a vegetarian curry—was available, which seemed unsuitable for a red-eye journey. The crew offered no alternatives, which was unexpected. Flight Segment – Abu Dhabi to Rome (AUH-FCO) Comfort improved on this leg, but service quality was average, falling short of Etihad’s premium standards. Crew attention was heavily absorbed by a difficult couple in Row 15 (port side), resulting in disproportionate focus. It was concerning that a steward had to personally return to apologize, a task better suited for supervisory staff. This highlights a development opportunity for supervisors Anna and Quashim in managing guest escalation professionally.

Horrible. After paying for my seats, I was cramped, had no overhead bin space, freezing as the flight had no temperature controls, the food was awful and served cold, when asked for snacks was told to wait and then never received any. I booked this flight as a partner through American Airlines but will avoid in the future.

Took a long time for boarding. The flight was comfortable.

Extremely bad food, they never gave our bags in time, the online check-in did not let us check in because we had Indian OCI not sure why we were given the option to check in then, because we couldn’t check in online we had to go in person and we were not able to change our seats and sit with our family

Should have had business class line in immigration. Food quality suboptimal

The hygiene was super bad. Smells bad and air refreshment is highly advisable. The crew made some one else sit in my spot and no one is checking seat number and people are jumping to sit on other people’s allocated seat.

worst was delayed luggage. could see luggage was still in Singapore but they insist I wait till all luggage are unloaded before filing a report. took 2 days to arrive and I had to collect it myself from the airport

The flight itself was fine. The exception is that my luggage was destroyed, and I filed a claim that I haven't heard from anyone.

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

The ailine departed and arrived late foe every leg of the trip, causing myself and my travel companions to miss every connecting flight. It was very unorganized given theat there was a lot of miscommunication. The flights offered are unrealistic and when you call they assure you that the plane waits for you. I missed an. entire day of my vacation and any entire day of rest back home because of the airline. I do not plan to support the airline again. Thank you

I liked nothing of Ethiopian airlines except the price of the fare.

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

I felt all of the food tasted the same. And we had five meals over the 16 hrs in the air.

The use of a domestic carrier without entertainment was disappointing and a let down

Plane was late with no information or announcement … had to walk up n downstairs.., had not communicated this … and ppl had suitcase to carry .

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Recent return flight deals

 
These are the cheapest return flights to Abu Dhabi found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
1/9ma
1 stopEthiopian Air
16h 50mJNB-AUH
7/9zo
1 stopEthiopian Air
10h 40mAUH-JNB
AED 1,689
25/9do
1 stopEthiopian Air
10h 40mJNB-AUH
11/10za
1 stopEthiopian Air
17h 45mAUH-JNB
AED 1,700
22/10wo
1 stopQatar Airways
18h 55mJNB-AUH
2/11zo
1 stopQatar Airways
18h 05mAUH-JNB
AED 1,932
3/8zo
1 stopQatar Airways
17h 55mJNB-AUH
31/10vr
1 stopQatar Airways
12h 15mAUH-JNB
AED 1,965
31/8zo
directEtihad Airways
7h 55mJNB-AUH
22/10wo
directEtihad Airways
8h 10mAUH-JNB
AED 2,013
1/9ma
directEtihad Airways
7h 55mJNB-AUH
6/9za
directEtihad Airways
8h 10mAUH-JNB
AED 2,020
19/10zo
1 stopEgyptair
15h 45mJNB-AUH
1/11za
1 stopEgyptair
28h 05mAUH-JNB
AED 2,068
19/10zo
1 stopEgyptair
15h 45mJNB-AUH
4/11di
1 stopEgyptair
17h 00mAUH-JNB
AED 2,071
30/9di
1 stop
28h 45mJNB-AUH
6/10ma
1 stop
34h 20mAUH-JNB
AED 2,358
30/9di
1 stop
17h 55mJNB-AUH
7/10di
3 stops
16h 20mAUH-JNB
AED 2,376

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best deals for one-way flights to Abu Dhabi found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
15/10wo
1 stopQatar Airways
17h 55mJNB-AUH
AED 1,282
12/1ma
1 stopQatar Airways
18h 05mJNB-AUH
AED 1,289
15/10wo
directEtihad Airways
7h 55mJNB-AUH
AED 1,359
12/1ma
3 stops
23h 30mJNB-AUH
AED 1,649
12/1ma
3 stops
19h 20mJNB-AUH
AED 1,653
15/10wo
3 stops
19h 05mJNB-AUH
AED 1,704
12/1ma
2 stopsQatar Airways
23h 20mJNB-AUH
AED 1,858
12/1ma
directEtihad Airways
7h 55mJNB-AUH
AED 2,295
16/8za
1 stopEthiopian Air
33h 45mCPT-AUH
AED 2,450
16/8za
2 stopsIndiGo
37h 05mCPT-AUH
AED 2,898

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Last minute flights to Abu Dhabi

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights to Abu Dhabi that are departing in the next 10 days.
28/7ma
multi-stopEthiopian Air
10h 40mJNB-AUH
4/8ma
multi-stopEthiopian Air
17h 45mAUH-JNB
AED 1,763
28/7ma
directEtihad Airways
7h 55mJNB-AUH
3/8zo
directEtihad Airways
8h 10mAUH-JNB
AED 2,380
28/7ma
multi-stop
18h 55mJNB-AUH
4/8ma
multi-stop
18h 25mAUH-JNB
AED 2,729
28/7ma
direct
7h 55mJNB-AUH
4/8ma
multi-stop
10h 40mAUH-JNB
AED 2,824
28/7ma
multi-stop
12h 30mJNB-AUH
3/8zo
multi-stop
35h 20mAUH-JNB
AED 2,839
28/7ma
direct
7h 55mJNB-AUH
3/8zo
multi-stop
35h 20mAUH-JNB
AED 2,850
28/7ma
multi-stop
12h 30mJNB-AUH
4/8ma
multi-stop
33h 55mAUH-JNB
AED 2,986
28/7ma
multi-stop
18h 25mJNB-AUH
3/8zo
multi-stop
29h 40mAUH-JNB
AED 3,078
28/7ma
multi-stop
25h 25mJNB-AUH
3/8zo
multi-stop
26h 10mAUH-JNB
AED 3,144
27/7zo
multi-stopQatar Airways
23h 15mJNB-AUH
4/8ma
multi-stopQatar Airways
19h 25mAUH-JNB
AED 3,283

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