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Cheapest return flight
€534
Typical prices: €642-€910
KLM
Mon 22/1Wed 31/1
DUB - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
€302
Typical prices: €401-€639
Etihad Airways
Sat 10/11
DUB - JNB • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Dublin and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg €671 (return)
Shortest trip • 14h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dublin to Johannesburg (DUB-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dublin to OR Tambo

Fri, 22 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
KLM Logo
05:45 - 22:00DUB  Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
23:55 - 12:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin
14h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
€534KLM
Wed, 28 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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17:15 - 22:00DUB  Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
23:59 - 16:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin
18h 21m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
€534KLM
Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
19:45 - 08:25DUB  Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 18:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin
34h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
€534Etihad Airways
Wed, 13 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:30 - 11:25DUB  Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:55 - 16:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin
18h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
€534Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
19:45 - 08:25DUB  Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 18:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin
34h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
€535Etihad Airways
Mon, 9 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:25 - 11:25DUB  Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:59 - 16:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin
18h 21m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
€536Multiple Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
06:10 - 22:25DUB  Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 22:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin
29h 40m1 stop Istanbul
€543Turkish Airlines
Thu, 29 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
06:10 - 22:25DUB  Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 09:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin
16h 45m1 stop Istanbul
€548Turkish Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
SWISS Logo
12:10 - 10:00DUB  Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 50m1 stop Zurich
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20:40 - 11:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin
16h 40m1 stop Zurich
€575SWISS
Thu, 31 Dec - Mon, 18 Jan
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18:35 - 10:00DUB  Dublin-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 25m1 stop Zurich
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20:40 - 11:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUB Dublin
16h 40m1 stop Zurich
€718SWISS
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Return flights from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from €642 to €910. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was €534 on KLM.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at €627 return.
•December (€978) and July (€883) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

€302
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Dublin to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dublin to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 15,200 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from €642 to €910, with an average of €743 over the past 12 months. Anything below €642 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the €743 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €367, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around €6 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Dublin (DUB) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Cairo (CAI) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at €712 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at €810, a difference of €99.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 44m, compared to 15h 21m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 15h 26m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Dublin and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 1 hour ahead of Dublin (South Africa Time vs Irish Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What is the quickest way to get from Johannesburg Airport to central Johannesburg?

    A better option for tourists travelling to Johannesburg would be to stay in the tourist-friendly areas of Sandton and Rosebank, rather than the Johannesburg CBD. As such, a fast way to get to these areas is to take the Gautrain. It is clean, efficient, and safe. The Gautrain station is situated at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg (JNB), well-located above the international terminal (Terminal A) and easy to find. A trip to Sandton will take about 12min, while to Rosebank will take about 17min. Trains depart approx. every 12min in peak times, every 20min in off-peak times, and every 30min on the weekends or public holidays.

  • Can I fly non-stop from Dublin to Johannesburg?

    Unfortunately, there are no non-stop flights from Dublin to South Africa’s largest city and financial centre, Johannesburg. Good options to consider are to route yourself through Europe or the Middle East with a single stop and plane change. Qatar Airways flies from both Dublin Airport (DUB) and OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg (JNB) via Hamad International Airport in Doha (DOH). You can also connect to Johannesburg from Dublin with Emirates via Dubai International Airport (DXB), Turkish Airlines via Istanbul Airport (IST), SWISS via Zurich Airport (ZRH), and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines via Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam (AMS).

Your guide to booking Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average €712, about €99 less than Friday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dublin to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for September. Fares historically average €627 return in that month – typically €350 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) offers printing services for passengers who need to print boarding passes and other important travel documents. These are located in the terminal 1 arrivals hall at the left luggage facility and in the terminal 1 and 2 departures areas at the bag wrap stations.
  • OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg is a great jumping-off point for flights to other parts of South Africa. You can easily connect to flights to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP), Cape Town International Airport (CPT), and King Shaka International Airport in Durban (DUR) from Johannesburg.
  • If you decide to stay overnight at OR Tambo International, there are at least three hotels available right at the airport: the InterContinental Johannesburg, Southern Sun, and the City Lodge Hotel. They are all within walking distance of both the international and domestic terminals and are situated in the airport parking areas.

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