Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Johannesburg ➔ Dubaï
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~6,420 km
Average flight time
~7h 50m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Johannesburg and Dubaï aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
The Johannesburg – Dubaï sector links Lanseria International (FALA) to Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW) over 6,364 km great-circle, about 7h30 airborne in a Falcon 8X. Boarding at ExecuJet Lanseria, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Onward helicopter transfer available to Burj Al Arab Helipad.
Departure and arrival airports
Lanseria International (FALA)
On the departure side, Lanseria International (FALA) serves Johannesburg from 25.94°S / 27.93°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by ExecuJet Lanseria; 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Sandton / Pretoria.
Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW)
On the arrival side, Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW) serves Dubaï from 24.89°N / 55.16°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by DC Aviation Al-Futtaim; 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Burj Al Arab Helipad.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 6,364 km · 3,436 NM
- Estimated block time
- 7h30
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 8X (Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- ExecuJet Lanseria — Lanseria International (FALA / HLA)
- Arrival FBO
- DC Aviation Al-Futtaim — Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW / DWC)
- Departure runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Burj Al Arab Helipad
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector Afrique du Sud → Émirats Arabes Unis: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Dubaï?
About 7h30 block time on a Falcon 8X, for 6,364 km great-circle between FALA and OMDW.
Which aircraft suits Johannesburg → Dubaï?
A Falcon 8X (Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Lanseria International?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from ExecuJet Lanseria.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Afrique du Sud → Émirats Arabes Unis: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.