Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Cape Town from R5 909
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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CPT
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 29 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 February 2026.
Sat 21/25:20
DXB
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CPT
1 stop14h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 6/312:35
CPT
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DXB
1 stop19h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/2R11 085
Mon 16/34:25
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/413:50
CPT
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DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/2R11 101
Mon 16/25:20
DXB
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CPT
1 stop14h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/312:35
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop19h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/2R11 117
Wed 1/45:50
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop13h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/49:00
CPT
-
DXB
2 stops16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2R11 149
Sat 28/24:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 7/38:30
CPT
-
DXB
2 stops17h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2R11 181
Tue 24/24:25
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 12/313:50
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/2R11 196
Wed 13/54:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 17/513:50
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2R11 228
Tue 24/213:10
DXB
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CPT
2 stops30h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/319:00
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop14h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/2R11 244
Sun 1/34:25
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 7/313:50
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop12h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/2R11 260
Fri 17/417:10
DXB
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CPT
2 stops18h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 25/413:50
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2R11 276
Mon 9/30:01
DXB
-
CPT
2 stops16h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/313:50
CPT
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DXB
2 stops19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2R11 308
Thu 26/34:25
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 2/413:50
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2R11 340
Best flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 11 February 2026.
Tue 17/34:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 28/413:50
CPT
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DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/2R11 483
Fri 22/517:10
DXB
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CPT
2 stops19h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 25/513:50
CPT
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DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2R11 483
Mon 16/34:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop11h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 24/413:50
CPT
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DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/2R11 483
Tue 17/34:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 24/413:50
CPT
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DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/2R11 483
Sun 17/54:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 22/513:50
CPT
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DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/2R11 499
Wed 1/44:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 13/413:50
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/2R11 499
Wed 22/44:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 24/413:50
CPT
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DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2R11 499
Tue 12/54:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 27/513:50
CPT
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DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/2R11 499
Wed 22/44:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 25/413:50
CPT
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DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2R11 499
Sat 16/54:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 21/513:50
CPT
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DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/2R11 499
Tue 21/44:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 23/413:50
CPT
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DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2R11 499
Mon 20/44:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 21/413:50
CPT
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DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2R11 499
Direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from Dubai to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 11 February 2026.
Thu 26/29:10
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 35m
Emirates
Tue 3/313:40
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 8/2R14 366
Wed 4/33:50
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 50m
Emirates
Fri 13/313:40
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 10/2R14 430
Mon 9/33:50
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 50m
Emirates
Tue 17/318:30
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 9/2R14 573
Sun 2/89:10
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 30m
Emirates
Thu 20/813:15
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 9/2R14 732
Thu 12/39:10
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 35m
Emirates
Tue 31/313:15
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 8/2R14 812
Mon 20/43:45
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 45m
Emirates
Tue 21/418:25
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 9/2R14 828
Sun 22/23:50
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 50m
Emirates
Mon 9/318:30
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 10/2R14 860
Wed 25/29:10
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 35m
Emirates
Thu 12/318:30
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 10/2R14 955
Wed 25/33:50
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 50m
Emirates
Mon 6/413:15
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 8/2R14 987
Last-minute flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town. Data last updated 11 February 2026 and is based on user searches.
Mon 16/25:20
DXB
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CPT
1 stop14h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/312:35
CPT
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DXB
1 stop19h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/2R11 117
Mon 16/26:55
DXB
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CPT
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/38:50
CPT
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DXB
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2R13 012
Wed 18/222:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 22/27:00
CPT
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DXB
2 stops25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/2R12 168
Fri 20/222:50
DXB
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CPT
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 23/219:00
CPT
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DXB
1 stop14h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/2R12 232
Fri 20/217:10
DXB
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CPT
2 stops18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/212:35
CPT
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DXB
1 stop21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2R13 108
One-way flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Dubai to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 11 February 2026.
Thu 12/36:55
DXB
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CPT
2 stops17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2R5 909
Wed 25/26:55
DXB
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CPT
2 stops17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2R5 972
Tue 10/36:55
DXB
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CPT
2 stops17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2R6 004
Fri 27/26:55
DXB
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CPT
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2R6 100
Sun 26/70:55
DXB
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CPT
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2R6 132
Thu 26/222:20
DXB
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CPT
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2R6 164
Mon 23/36:55
DXB
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CPT
2 stops16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2R6 180
Wed 8/42:15
DXB
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CPT
2 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2R6 195
Sun 17/54:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2R6 227
Sat 28/24:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/2R6 243
Fri 15/50:55
DXB
-
CPT
2 stops15h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2R6 275
Wed 29/723:40
DXB
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CPT
2 stops39h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2R6 339
Find flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 11 February 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Cape Town 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 11 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Cape Town that are best for you.
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Cape Town
Route
Depart
Return
Price
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Tue 17/3
4:25-14:35
1 stop12h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 28/4
13:50-4:10
1 stop12h 20m
R11 483
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Fri 22/5
17:10-10:25
2 stops19h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 25/5
13:50-4:10
1 stop12h 20m
R11 483
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Mon 16/3
4:25-13:45
1 stop11h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 24/4
13:50-2:55
1 stop11h 05m
R11 483
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Tue 17/3
4:25-14:35
1 stop12h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 24/4
13:50-4:10
1 stop12h 20m
R11 483
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Sun 17/5
4:25-14:35
1 stop12h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 22/5
13:50-4:10
1 stop12h 20m
R11 499
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Wed 1/4
4:25-14:35
1 stop12h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 13/4
13:50-2:55
1 stop11h 05m
R11 499
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Wed 22/4
4:25-14:35
1 stop12h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 24/4
13:50-2:55
1 stop11h 05m
R11 499
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Tue 12/5
4:25-14:35
1 stop12h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 27/5
13:50-4:10
1 stop12h 20m
R11 499
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Wed 22/4
4:25-14:35
1 stop12h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 25/4
13:50-4:10
1 stop12h 20m
R11 499
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Sat 16/5
4:25-14:35
1 stop12h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 21/5
13:50-2:55
1 stop11h 05m
R11 499
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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 6 February 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from Dubai to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 29 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 Dubai to Cape Town?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town (average of R8 027). Flying from Dubai to Cape Town in March is currently the most expensive (average of R9 429). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DXB to CPT?
Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 February 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Dubai to Cape Town as you normally would.
Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Cape Town
Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to Cape Town. 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 11 February 2026.
The most flights from DXB to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).
How often are flights from Dubai to Cape Town delayed?
About 9% of weekly flights between Dubai and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 104 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to Cape Town flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to Cape Town flights?
Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
Share of one-stop return flights from Dubai to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 54% of one-stop itineraries from Dubai to Cape Town on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Dubai to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Addis Ababa (ADD) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R12 020.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Dubai to Cape Town?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Dubai to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 01m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Dubai to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 32m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 11 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andSouth African from Dubai to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Related info for your journey
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What airports do I use to fly from Dubai to Cape Town?
If you wish to fly to Cape Town from Dubai, then you need to book flights from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl. There are 5 flights from Dubai Intl (DXB) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) per day to choose from. Flights to Cape Town from Dubai Intl are available from 4 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 9h 30m is how long a nonstop flight from Dubai to Cape Town Intl typically takes.
How popular is this Dubai to Cape Town flight route?
This flight path from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl was viewed by 339 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Cape Town?
For as low as R11 483, Ethiopian Air can have you in Cape Town from Dubai in 12h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7640 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Cape Town round-trip?
Ethiopian Air, at R9 077, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dubai to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and Emirates. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Cape Town one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 141. Users have also found prices from R6 639 and R7 764 on Qatar Airways and Emirates, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Cape Town?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Dubai to Cape Town are Condor (95%), Emirates (74%) and South African (74%).
What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Cape Town is R12 164. On average you can expect to pay R15 911. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for R10 273.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town 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 Dubai to Cape Town?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town (average of R8 027). Flying from Dubai to Cape Town in March is currently the most expensive (average of R9 429). 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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