Question 1

What’s the fastest stopover option from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 49m.

Question 2

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Accepted Answer

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 91% of one-stop itineraries from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi on Cheapflights.

Question 3

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

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Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 40m.

Question 4

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

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Doha (DOH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R12 717.

Question 5

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi round-trip?

Accepted Answer

Currently priced at R8 626, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R8 896 and R13 469, respectively. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

Question 6

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

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The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Question 7

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Accepted Answer

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi (average of R475). Flying from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R697). 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.

Question 8

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 9

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Abu Dhabi ranges from 10.0 - 20.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 20.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Abu Dhabi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Abu Dhabi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July 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).

Question 11

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

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The most popular airlines flying from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi are Emirates, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Question 12

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

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Tuesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 18%.

Question 13

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

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Users have found that booking a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi at least 45 days early can save you up to 31% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 45 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi for as little as R8 754 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as R12 884 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

Question 14

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at R8 595.

Question 15

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

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A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Question 16

Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

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

Question 17

How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

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

Question 18

Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

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

Question 19

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

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900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to Abu Dhabi from Cape Town today with Cheapflights!

Question 20

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

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By finding flights from multiple airlines and providers at completely no cost, Cheapflights helps millions of users like you annually find the best flights to Abu Dhabi from Cape Town.

Question 21

Can Cheapflights find flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi with no change fees?

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Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Question 22

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi become cheaper?

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Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.

Round-trip from	R9 791
One-way from	R6 556
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R12 621

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR8 626	AverageR10 317	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR8 896	AverageR11 406	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	CheapestR13 469	AverageR14 989	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

Cheap flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi from R6 556

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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