Flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi from ZAR12,264

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Flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

Best Deals for Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Flights on Etihad

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Best Deals for Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Flights on Etihad
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FromJohannesburg (JNB)ToAbu Dhabi (AUH)Round-trip
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28 Nov 2025 - 4 Dec 2025

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ZAR16,204*

Last Seen 1 day ago

FromJohannesburg (JNB)ToAbu Dhabi (AUH)Round-trip
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4 Dec 2025 - 11 Dec 2025

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ZAR18,874*

Last Seen 1 day ago

FromJohannesburg (JNB)ToAbu Dhabi (AUH)Round-trip
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4 Dec 2025 - 8 Dec 2025

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ZAR16,534*

Last Seen 6 hours ago

FromJohannesburg (JNB)ToAbu Dhabi (AUH)Round-trip
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2 Oct 2025 - 5 Oct 2025

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ZAR17,684*

Last Seen 6 hours ago

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Fly from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways

Book flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi to travel from the largest city in South Africa to the UAE’s welcoming capital.

Book with Etihad today to experience the glorious Sheikh Zayed Mosque and the magnificent Yas Marina. Or make a splash with the whole family at Yas Waterworld.

JNB to AUH: flight facts

Flight time 7hrs 45mins

Our shortest flight to Abu Dhabi takes around seven hours and 45 minutes.


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Flight distance 3,936 miles

A non-stop flight with Etihad from Johannesburg (JNB) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) will cover a total of 3,936 miles (6,334 kilometres).


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Your flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

Your non-stop Johannesburg (JNB) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) flight with Etihad starts with take-off from O.R. Tambo International Airport. From there you’ll travel up the eastern coast of Africa and across the Gulf of Aden bound for Abu Dhabi International Airport, your gateway to the many delights of the UAE capital.

*Aircraft, cabins and services may vary by route and flight. You can check this when you search for your flight. This page was last updated January 2023.

Flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi: FAQs

How do I get from Abu Dhabi International Airport to the city centre?

Bus services make the 16-mile journey from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to the centre at regular intervals at all times of the day and night.

A taxi ride is another option for people wanting to get from the airport to the centre, with a pick-up area located near the arrivals hall. You can also book an airport transfer with Etihad for a seamless journey to your destination.

What food can I try in Abu Dhabi?

Abu Dhabi offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy both fine dining and traditional local cuisine.

Indian, Thai and European food is popular here, along with many Arabic favourites. Try hearty shawarma or experience the many excellent restaurants that can be found on Al Maryah Island.

Top tips for Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

sheikh zayed mosque is a mosque in abu dhabi

Tour Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

No trip from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi is complete without a visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

This vast and beautiful building is an incredible architectural feat, composed of 80 marble domes supported by 1,000 pillars. Free guided tours are on offer for those wanting to explore a site that can accommodate more than 40,000 worshippers.

emirates palace mandarin oriental abu dhabi at night abu dhabi

Go for gold

Johannesburg is known as the City of Gold – and Abu Dhabi’s Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi would fit in perfectly. One of the most luxurious hotels in the world, the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi boasts a gold ceiling and celebrates the precious metal on its menu too.

Order the Palace Cappuccino for the most opulent coffee of your life – topped with gold flakes. Lit up at night, this magnificent hotel symbolises the gleaming sands of the Arabian Desert.

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