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Cheap flights from the United Arab Emirates to Cape Town from AED 1,216

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CPT
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Arab Emirates to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 26 April 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 2,406

One-way from

AED 1,216

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 3,089

Good round-trip deal

AED 3,517 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 2,322 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/5-2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 55m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Cape Town
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19/5
  • 19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 25m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (AED 1,681 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 449 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town Intl.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town Intl.
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Cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 April 2025.

Mon 10/1104:25AUH - CPT
1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 25/1113:50CPT - AUH
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/4AED 2,178
Mon 26/504:25DXB - CPT
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 2/614:35CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4AED 2,406
Sun 1/601:50DXB - CPT
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/609:25CPT - DXB
2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4AED 2,424
Thu 8/502:10AUH - CPT
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/506:05CPT - AUH
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4AED 2,527
Mon 23/623:25DXB - CPT
1 stop13h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 7/713:00CPT - DXB
1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/4AED 2,542
Thu 13/1122:30AUH - CPT
1 stop20h 55mQatar Airways
Mon 24/1112:35CPT - AUH
1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/4AED 2,681
Thu 1/509:10DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 40mEmirates
Wed 14/513:05CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 30mEmirates
Deal found 26/4AED 2,979
Thu 22/500:55DXB - CPT
2 stops14h 50mKenya Airways
Fri 30/514:35CPT - DXB
2 stops36h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/4AED 2,986
Sat 24/501:00DXB - CPT
1 stop22h 25mKLM
Sun 1/623:15CPT - DXB
1 stop21h 45mKLM
Deal found 25/4AED 3,188
Sat 14/602:00DXB - CPT
1 stop35h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 23/616:35CPT - DXB
1 stop31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/4AED 3,379
Sat 15/1115:10AUH - CPT
2 stops23h 00mEgyptair
Mon 24/1117:25CPT - AUH
2 stops18h 45mEgyptair
Deal found 25/4AED 3,416
Sat 15/1107:55AUH - CPT
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 24/1117:15CPT - AUH
1 stop35h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/4AED 5,318

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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Arab Emirates to Cape Town that are best for you.

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United Arab Emirates

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Departure

Return

Price

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Mon 26/5

04:25-13:45

1 stop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/6

14:35-04:10

1 stop11h 35m

AED 2,406

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/6

01:50-20:30

2 stops20h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/6

09:25-08:30

2 stops21h 05m

AED 2,424

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 8/5

02:10-12:40

1 stop12h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/5

06:05-19:45

1 stop11h 40m

AED 2,527

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Mon 23/6

23:25-10:50

1 stop13h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/7

13:00-11:40

1 stop20h 40m

AED 2,542

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Thu 22/5

00:55-13:45

2 stops14h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/5

14:35-04:35

2 stops36h 00m

AED 2,986

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 31/5

17:40-10:50

1 stop19h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/6

13:00-10:55

1 stop19h 55m

AED 3,008

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Tue 10/6

03:50-11:35

Nonstop9h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/6

13:05-00:35

Nonstop9h 30m

AED 3,118

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sat 24/5

01:00-21:25

1 stop22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/6

23:15-23:00

1 stop21h 45m

AED 3,188

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sat 14/6

02:00-11:50

1 stop35h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/6

16:35-02:30

1 stop31h 55m

AED 3,379

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Mon 20/10

06:05-10:50

2 stops30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

12:35-09:50

2 stops19h 15m

AED 3,625

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Best time to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Arab Emirates to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town (average of AED 672). Flying from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,096). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AE to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 26 April 2025.

The most flights from AE0 to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 26 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM and Qatar Airways from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,211 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,211 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,211 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,211 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,562 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,211 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
South African
7.4
Good
32 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,211 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from United Arab Emirates?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from United Arab Emirates, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15.6 km from the centre of Cape Town.

  • How popular is this United Arab Emirates to Cape Town flight route?

    Within the past month, 1,697 users have taken a look at flights from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town Intl.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town one-way?

    AED 1,410 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways, with prices starting from AED 1,550 and AED 1,877, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town?

    On average you can expect to pay AED 3,147 for a flight from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is AED 2,238 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at AED 2,152.

  • Can I find deals for flights from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on United Arab Emirates to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town (average of AED 672). Flying from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,096). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from United Arab Emirates to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,170AverageAED 3,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 2,180AverageAED 2,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 2,470AverageAED 2,868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestAED 2,504AverageAED 2,683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,711AverageAED 3,521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 3,382AverageAED 4,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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