Private jet Dubai – Johannesburg
Aircraft for Dubai – Johannesburg
Gulfstream G450
Global 6500
Gulfstream G700
Dubai – Johannesburg by private jet: the essentials
About 8 h 30 in the air between Dubai and Johannesburg. A global business and leisure crossroads and the gateway to southern Africa: this trip is a long-haul flight, where cabin comfort matters.
The airports
- Dubai Al Maktoum (OMDW): the Dubai South airport, widely used by business aviation. Dubai International (OMDB) is also possible. See the Dubai guide.
- Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (FAOR): the large international airport, with business-aviation handling. See the airport guide.
Which aircraft
This route needs a long-range jet. We check that the aircraft proposed flies the two cities non-stop, depending on winds and payload, and we tell you what sleeping places are available.
Periods and specifics
High season runs from about October to March, with large trade shows and events, including the Dubai Airshow in odd-numbered years. Book early in these periods. The southern winter (June to September) is the safari season; December and January also concentrate demand. Book early.
Good to know before booking
- The United Arab Emirates requires valid travel documents, sometimes a visa depending on nationality: check before departure.
- For South Africa, check each passenger’s valid travel documents, and any visa or electronic authorisation required depending on nationality.
- See also the cost guide and empty legs.
Airport guides for this route
- Al Maktoum International Airport (OMDW): Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum (OMDW) handles most of Dubai’s business aviation, with more slot flexibility than Dubai International.
- O.R. Tambo International Airport (FAOR): Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (FAOR): the large international airport, with business-aviation handling.
Fly on your terms.
Give us your dates and number of passengers. We reply within minutes, day and night.
This route in brief
How long is the flight Dubai – Johannesburg ?
≈ 8 h 30 · 6,369 km (indicative).
Which airports can I use?
Al Maktoum International Airport (OMDW) · O.R. Tambo International Airport (FAOR)
How much does it cost?
The price depends on aircraft, dates and fees. The quote is free and we compare several options.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Johannesburg by private jet?
About 8 h 30 in the air, not counting taxi and ground time.
How do I reach a safari reserve?
By jet to Johannesburg or Lanseria, then a smaller aircraft to the reserve airstrips.
Which aircraft for Dubai to Johannesburg?
This route needs a long-range jet. We check that the aircraft proposed flies the two cities non-stop, depending on winds and payload, and we tell you what sleeping places are available.