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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi from R7 328

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

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi

Thu 5/1120:25 -
1 stop21h 20m
Tue 17/112:05 -
1 stop18h 50m
Deal found 3/11R12 196
Wed 4/1119:25 -
1 stop19h 00m
Sat 7/1123:40 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 4/11R12 661
Sun 22/1118:25 -
1 stop23h 20m
Tue 24/112:05 -
1 stop23h 30m
Deal found 3/11R12 678
Mon 14/1213:50 -
1 stop27h 35m
Mon 4/18:55 -
1 stop30h 05m
Deal found 3/11R13 675
Wed 4/1119:25 -
1 stop19h 00m
Sat 7/1123:40 -
2 stops20h 35m
Deal found 4/11R15 104
Fri 4/1212:35 -
1 stop13h 15m
Mon 7/1222:30 -
1 stop14h 00m
Deal found 31/10R15 154

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi

Round-trip from

R12 678

One-way from

R7 328

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R10 534
22/11-24/11
  • 22/11-24/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Abu Dhabi
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R18 337 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 809 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/12

13:50-19:25

1 stop27h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 325
Fastest return journey

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/11

9:55-12:10

2 stops24h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 155

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/12

15:10-17:25

3 stops24h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 050

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/11

18:25-19:45

1 stop23h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 24/11

2:05-23:35

1 stop23h 30m

R12 678

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/12

12:35-10:50

1 stop20h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 7/12

17:55-10:30

1 stop18h 35m

R15 835

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/12

9:55-12:10

2 stops24h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 24/12

4:25-20:45

2 stops18h 20m

R18 277

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/12

20:55-0:35

2 stops25h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 4/1

20:50-17:30

3 stops22h 40m

R19 009

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/12

12:35-20:55

1 stop30h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 16/12

4:25-23:15

2 stops20h 50m

R19 557

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/12

0:55-6:45

1 stop27h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/12

8:55-8:50

2 stops25h 55m

R21 069

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/12

13:50-19:25

1 stop27h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/12

2:05-9:45

1 stop33h 40m

R21 883

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi (average of R9 421). Flying from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 323). 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 above average for this route at the moment.

Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flights typically cost between R9 920 and R12 545 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R12 678 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 22–Nov 24).

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
3 687 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 711 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 557 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 046 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

DPS - DXB

As vegetarians we ordered the Indian vegetarian meal to ensure we could eat - it was ok (the food was much nicer on both flights out to Bali, rather than the return). However, there was a vegetarian option offered for the meal before arriving in Manchester and the food selection appeared better - ours was very carbohydrate heavy. We do realise space is at a premium and you can’t please everyone but a simple vegetarian option (which we could have pre-booked) alongside the meat options would have suited us more. Having said that, we do appreciate you making the effort to provide us with an alternative, so thank you!

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 20h 15m. Fly via Qatar 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 966, 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 589 and R9 022, 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 604 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 R7 014 and R7 877, 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi (average of R9 421). Flying from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 323). 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 966AverageR11 971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 589AverageR12 634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 022AverageR10 784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 650AverageR16 555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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