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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 1,447

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 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — DXB
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl are usually found in February or November, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

AED 2,178

One-way from

AED 1,447

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 2,997
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 23/1-21/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Dubai
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Dubai
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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 18 December 2024.

Tue 31/1206:00CPT - DXB
2 stops40h 30mKenya Airways
Thu 9/102:00DXB - CPT
2 stops43h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/12AED 2,721
Tue 24/1213:50CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 30/1204:25DXB - CPT
1 stop12h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12AED 3,235
Tue 24/1218:25CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 30mSouth African
Mon 30/1203:50DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 50mSouth African
Deal found 17/12AED 3,250
Fri 20/1220:55CPT - DXB
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/1201:50DXB - CPT
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12AED 3,382
Sun 22/1213:40CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mEmirates
Sun 29/1209:10DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 35mEmirates
Deal found 17/12AED 4,594
Sun 22/1209:00CPT - DXB
1 stop35h 15mSWISS
Sat 28/1202:00DXB - CPT
2 stops43h 20mSWISS
Deal found 17/12AED 4,818
Sun 29/1209:30CPT - DXB
1 stop20h 00mLufthansa
Thu 9/109:20DXB - CPT
1 stop24h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12AED 5,233
Thu 26/1212:35CPT - DXB
1 stop19h 45mQatar Airways
Fri 3/105:20DXB - CPT
1 stop14h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/12AED 5,336
Fri 27/1220:50CPT - DXB
2 stops48h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/109:25DXB - CPT
3 stops56h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12AED 95,701

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 18 December 2024.

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Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/1

13:50-04:10

1 stop12h 20m

Dubai Intl

Fri 21/3

17:10-13:00

1 stop21h 50m

AED 2,178

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

23:00-00:30

1 stop23h 30m

Dubai Intl

Mon 17/3

02:00-13:35

2 stops13h 35m

AED 2,196

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/1

05:50-03:50

2 stops20h 00m

Dubai Intl

Wed 19/2

05:20-17:25

1 stop14h 05m

AED 2,200

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/1

18:25-05:55

Nonstop9h 30m

Dubai Intl

Tue 18/2

03:50-11:40

Nonstop9h 50m

AED 2,486

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/3

23:35-23:25

1 stop21h 50m

Dubai Intl

Mon 17/3

02:25-21:50

1 stop21h 25m

AED 2,725

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/3

12:35-03:50

1 stop13h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 19/3

05:20-17:25

1 stop14h 05m

AED 2,960

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/3

17:15-13:25

1 stop18h 10m

Dubai Intl

Mon 24/3

09:30-12:00

1 stop28h 30m

AED 2,971

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/1

13:40-01:05

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Wed 22/1

03:50-11:40

Nonstop9h 50m

AED 2,993

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/3

15:20-23:20

2 stops30h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 21/3

11:00-14:30

2 stops29h 30m

AED 3,184

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/1

09:30-22:15

2 stops34h 45m

Dubai Intl

Fri 24/1

02:00-15:10

2 stops39h 10m

AED 3,548

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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 13 December 2024.

Booking 75 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 18 December 2024.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% 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 18 December 2024.

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 18 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways 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
3,412 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

South African
7.8
Good
65 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,504 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 405 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 2,178. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Kenya Airways, from AED 2,196, and Emirates, from AED 2,486. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 13% 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 1,447 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from AED 1,454 and Turkish Airlines from AED 1,763 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 2,796, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 1,970. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Dubai Intl), is priced around AED 1,858.

  • 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,850AverageAED 2,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,953AverageAED 2,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,081AverageAED 2,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,537AverageAED 3,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,555AverageAED 2,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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