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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 1,381

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — DXB
22 Feb — 1 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl are usually found in February or November, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 February 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,969

One-way from

AED 1,381

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 2,318

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,921 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,748 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Dubai
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9/3
  • 9/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (AED 158 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 154 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 February 2025.

Sun 16/313:50CPT - DXB
1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 23/304:25DXB - CPT
1 stop12h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/2AED 1,969
Thu 6/323:00CPT - DXB
1 stop28h 45mKenya Airways
Wed 12/302:00DXB - CPT
1 stop21h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/2AED 2,207
Wed 5/314:35CPT - DXB
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/300:35DXB - CPT
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2AED 2,306
Wed 5/313:40CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mEmirates
Tue 11/303:50DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 50mEmirates
Deal found 17/2AED 2,362
Tue 22/716:35CPT - DXB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 30/702:00DXB - CPT
1 stop35h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/2AED 2,575
Sun 16/323:35CPT - DXB
1 stop27h 30mAir Mauritius
Sat 22/302:25DXB - CPT
1 stop21h 25mAir Mauritius
Deal found 16/2AED 2,857
Thu 20/212:35CPT - DXB
1 stop21h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 5/311:50DXB - CPT
1 stop24h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/2AED 2,935
Mon 24/218:25CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 30mSouth African
Mon 3/309:10DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 35mSouth African
Deal found 16/2AED 2,942

Find flights from Cape Town to Dubai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Dubai 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 17 February 2025.

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Departure

Return

Price

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/3

13:50-04:10

1 stop12h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/3

04:25-14:30

1 stop12h 05m

AED 1,969

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/3

23:00-05:45

1 stop28h 45m

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/3

02:00-21:40

1 stop21h 40m

AED 2,207

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/3

14:35-09:55

1 stop17h 20m

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/3

00:35-13:45

1 stop15h 10m

AED 2,306

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/3

13:40-01:05

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/3

09:10-16:45

Nonstop9h 35m

AED 2,362

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/7

16:35-00:20

1 stop29h 45m

Dubai Intl

Wed 30/7

02:00-11:50

1 stop35h 50m

AED 2,575

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/3

23:35-05:05

1 stop27h 30m

Dubai Intl

Sat 22/3

02:25-21:50

1 stop21h 25m

AED 2,857

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/2

13:40-01:05

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Thu 6/3

09:10-16:45

Nonstop9h 35m

AED 2,968

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/3

08:05-00:01

1 stop37h 56m

Dubai Intl

Mon 31/3

01:00-21:10

1 stop22h 10m

AED 3,162

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/3

15:50-04:30

3 stops34h 40m

AED 1,381

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/3

12:35-03:50

1 stop13h 15m

AED 1,598

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Dubai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to Dubai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Dubai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 February 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from Cape Town to Dubai by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Dubai

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Dubai. 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 17 February 2025.

The most flights from CPT to DXB 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 Dubai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dubai ranges from 10.0 - 40.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 40.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Dubai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Dubai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dubai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 35.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated 17 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, KLM and South African from Cape Town to Dubai. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,292 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,292 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,292 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,335 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,292 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

South African
7.5
Good
44 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,292 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,636 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,846 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Cape Town to Dubai?

    If you wish to fly to Dubai from Cape Town, then you need to book flights from Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl. There are 4 flights from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Dubai Intl (DXB) per day to choose from. Flights to Dubai from Cape Town Intl are available from 5 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 9h 25m is how long a nonstop flight from Cape Town to Dubai Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this Cape Town to Dubai flight route?

    The Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl flight path was viewed by 432 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Dubai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Dubai return from AED 1,969. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Kenya Airways, from AED 2,207, and Emirates, from AED 2,362. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 23% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Dubai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as AED 1,598 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from AED 1,781 and South African from AED 1,822 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Dubai?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Cape Town to Dubai? While on average our users pay AED 2,502, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 1,731. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Dubai Intl), is priced around AED 1,880.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Dubai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Dubai?

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

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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,890AverageAED 2,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,953AverageAED 2,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,081AverageAED 2,765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,566AverageAED 3,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,574AverageAED 2,993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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