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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi from R4 859

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — AUH
Apr 4 — Apr 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
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 March 2026.

Tue 14/413:50
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 21/44:25
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3R8 701
Wed 15/413:50
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/44:25
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/3R8 799
Fri 17/413:50
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 24/44:25
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/3R9 078
Tue 14/413:50
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/44:25
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/3R9 111
Mon 13/413:50
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 23/44:25
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/3R9 193
Sun 12/413:50
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 21/44:25
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/3R9 423
Sun 19/413:00
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop12h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/422:45
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop14h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/3R9 636
Sun 12/413:50
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 19/44:25
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/3R9 653
Tue 14/413:50
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 20/44:25
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/3R10 014

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). 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 5 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 701

One-way from

R4 859

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 932
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 14/4-21/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Abu Dhabi
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R5 966 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 818 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 5 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/4

13:50-3:10

1 stop11h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 19/4

4:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

R9 423

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

13:00-12:20

1 stop21h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 2/5

17:40-11:30

1 stop19h 50m

R10 621

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/4

13:00-3:40

1 stop12h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 21/4

17:40-11:30

1 stop19h 50m

R11 442

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/4

5:45-3:10

2 stops19h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 21/4

4:25-20:30

2 stops18h 05m

R11 803

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

13:00-3:40

1 stop12h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 2/5

6:00-20:30

2 stops16h 30m

R12 427

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/4

13:00-12:20

1 stop21h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 24/4

22:45-19:55

2 stops23h 10m

R12 526

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

13:00-3:40

1 stop12h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 20/4

23:45-19:55

2 stops22h 10m

R12 723

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

12:35-3:50

1 stop13h 15m

R4 859

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

9:00-1:05

2 stops38h 05m

R6 484

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

13:00-12:20

1 stop21h 20m

R6 632

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 27 February 2026.

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 64 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi (average of R7 338). Flying from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 589). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. 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 Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 5 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEthiopian Air 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
3 539 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 745 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
961 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 Ethiopian Air or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Cape Town and Abu Dhabi are separated by a distance of 7524 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at R8 056, 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 656 and R13 167, 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.

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

    R4 512 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 Ethiopian Air and Emirates, with prices starting from R8 698 and R8 942, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi (average of R7 338). Flying from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 589). 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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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 056AverageR9 808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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