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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi from R6 248

CPT — AUH
Oct 4 — Oct 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi

Sun 18/108:15 -
2 stops16h 55m
Sun 25/104:25 -
2 stops32h 00m
Deal found 4/9R10 397
Wed 16/913:50 -
1 stop11h 20m
Wed 30/94:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Deal found 31/8R11 278
Thu 15/1013:50 -
1 stop11h 20m
Thu 22/104:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Deal found 31/8R11 310
Fri 18/913:50 -
1 stop11h 20m
Fri 25/94:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Deal found 1/9R11 423
Thu 24/913:50 -
1 stop11h 20m
Thu 1/104:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Deal found 3/9R11 487
Sun 20/913:50 -
1 stop27h 50m
Mon 28/99:10 -
1 stop29h 50m
Deal found 31/8R11 551
Thu 17/913:50 -
1 stop11h 20m
Mon 28/99:10 -
1 stop29h 50m
Deal found 31/8R11 599
Sun 18/1013:15 -
1 stop13h 10m
Sun 25/105:20 -
1 stop14h 05m
Deal found 4/9R11 631
Thu 15/1016:40 -
2 stops32h 30m
Thu 22/104:25 -
2 stops32h 35m
Deal found 31/8R11 679
Tue 8/915:10 -
1 stop34h 00m
Fri 18/99:10 -
1 stop29h 50m
Deal found 1/9R11 711
Mon 21/913:50 -
1 stop27h 50m
Fri 25/99:10 -
1 stop31h 00m
Deal found 2/9R11 727
Wed 16/915:10 -
1 stop26h 30m
Thu 24/94:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Deal found 1/9R11 743

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi

Round-trip from

R10 397

One-way from

R6 248

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R11 503
18/10-25/10
  • 18/10-25/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Abu Dhabi
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R9 405 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 732 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

13:15-10:55

1 stop19h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 248

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/1

15:10-3:10

1 stop34h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 145
Fastest return journey

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/10

13:50-3:10

1 stop11h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 193

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

15:10-3:10

1 stop34h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 369

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

6:05-4:25

2 stops20h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 594

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/1

15:20-0:35

2 stops31h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 610

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/10

15:10-3:10

1 stop34h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 756

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/10

14:00-10:50

2 stops18h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 205

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

13:50-3:10

1 stop11h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 30/9

4:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

R11 278

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

13:50-19:40

1 stop27h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 1/10

9:10-13:00

1 stop29h 50m

R11 599

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi

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

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 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi (average of R9 356). Flying from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 329). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flights typically cost between R9 997 and R11 727 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R10 397 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 18–Oct 25).

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 731 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 532 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 039 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 656 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi in 11h 20m. Fly via Etihad Airways to get the fastest option. Cape Town and Abu Dhabi are separated by a distance of 7524 km.

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

    Currently priced at R6 716, Etihad Airways will fly you from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R8 281 and R8 652, respectively. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    R4 394 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from R6 762 and R7 595, respectively.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    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.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi (average of R9 356). Flying from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 329). 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 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 716AverageR11 431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 281AverageR10 097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 652AverageR10 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 197AverageR15 962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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