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Cheap flights from Dubai to Cape Town from R7 875

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 7/12. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
DXB — CPT
dic. 12 — dic. 191
1 adult
mar. 12/12
mar. 19/12

The best prices from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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How to find the cheapest flight from Dubai (DXB) to Cape Town (CPT)

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 8 diciembre 2023.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

R36 870

One-way from

R9 881
High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 11% potential price drop
From Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl

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

Thursday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Dubai to Cape Town. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cape Town.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Dubai to Cape Town, book at least 48 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 13% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from R14 065 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as R16 185.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Cape Town?

The best pricing can be found in the month of October. Prices to Cape Town from Dubai average R15 245. You can even find prices in October for less than R15 245, as users have found deals to Cape Town from as low as R11 945. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Cape Town from Dubai. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 34%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Cape Town (DXB - CPT)?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Dubai to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Cheap South African flights from Dubai to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by South African for the route between Dubai and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
Take a peek at the cheapest South African flights we've detected travelling from Dubai to Cape Town. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
  • South African is one of the most popular airlines used for those travelling from Dubai to Cape Town. Flights on this route from South African typically cost R963,39 RT, a price that is 2308% cheaper than the average Dubai to Cape Town flight. The cheapest flight found was R855 RT. When travelling from Dubai to Cape Town on South African, the most popular airport to depart from is Dubai Intl Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Cape Town Intl Airport. When flying from Dubai to Cape Town, South African flights are 10% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Kenya Airways flights from Dubai to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Kenya Airways for the route between Dubai and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
Some of the lowest-priced Kenya Airways flights we've found at this time heading from Dubai to Cape Town. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
  • Kenya Airways is one of the most popular airlines used for those travelling from Dubai to Cape Town. Dubai to Cape Town flights are typically 1088% more expensive than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Kenya Airways typically cost R1 216,60 RT. The cheapest Kenya Airways flight found for this route was R1 098. Dubai Intl Airport is the most common Dubai airport to take off from when flying to Cape Town. Cape Town Intl Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Cape Town. When flying from Dubai to Cape Town, Kenya Airways flights are -17% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Dubai to Cape Town flights in December & January 2023

Find cheap flight options from Dubai to Cape Town specifically for the months of December and January 2023. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 diciembre 2023.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Dubai to Cape Town in December and January 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.

Dubai to Cape Town 2023 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Dubai and Cape Town in 2023. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Dubai to Cape Town in December and January 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.

Direct flights to Cape Town from Dubai

Discover direct flight options from Dubai to Cape Town. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from Dubai to Cape Town. Select from other flights from Dubai to Cape Town by using the search form above.

Dubai to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Dubai to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Dubai to Cape Town. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.

One-way flights to Cape Town from Dubai

Search for one-way flight options from Dubai to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Dubai to Cape Town. Those needing a return flight from Dubai to Cape Town can use the search form above.

Find flights from Dubai to Cape Town within your budget

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 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

R12 437 - R22 394

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Dubai IntlCape Town Intl

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

dom. 28/1

2 stops15h 05m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 31/1

2 stops14h 30m

R12 437

Dubai IntlCape Town Intl

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

lun. 29/1

1 stop13h 40m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 31/1

1 stop13h 50m

R13 043

Dubai IntlCape Town Intl

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

dom. 24/3

1 stop12h 05m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 7/4

1 stop12h 20m

R13 081

Dubai IntlCape Town Intl

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

jue. 25/1

2 stops13h 15m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 2/2

2 stops32h 00m

R13 232

Dubai IntlCape Town Intl

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

lun. 29/1

1 stop13h 40m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 31/1

2 stops14h 45m

R16 431

Dubai IntlCape Town Intl

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

jue. 25/1

Nonstop9h 50m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 4/2

Nonstop9h 30m

R17 018

Dubai IntlCape Town Intl

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

jue. 25/1

2 stops37h 35m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 5/2

2 stops32h 10m

R19 952

Dubai IntlCape Town Intl

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

vie. 31/5

Nonstop9h 45m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 30/6

Nonstop9h 30m

R22 224

Dubai IntlCape Town Intl

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

vie. 26/1

1 stop22h 55m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 2/2

1 stop30h 40m

R22 394

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Deals found on 7/12

Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from Dubai to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Dubai to Cape Town is currently 8150.45 ZAR while a return flight costs 16645.83 ZAR. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town (average of R103). Flying from Dubai to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R147). 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.

January

R2 404

February

R2 593

March

R2 612

April

R2 574

May

R2 026

June

R1 950

July

R2 215

August

R2 253

September

R2 347

October

R2 215

November

R2 177

December

R2 783

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 8 diciembre 2023.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown South African, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air from Dubai to Cape Town. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,7

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Blanket given was extremely smelly. It smelled liked used oil. The smell was very terrible. Told the crew about it but she plainly told us to throw it neat the feet. The journey was very bad and smelly.

7,9
Good
1 316 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,7

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Blanket given was extremely smelly. It smelled liked used oil. The smell was very terrible. Told the crew about it but she plainly told us to throw it neat the feet. The journey was very bad and smelly.

7,6
Good
276 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,7

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Blanket given was extremely smelly. It smelled liked used oil. The smell was very terrible. Told the crew about it but she plainly told us to throw it neat the feet. The journey was very bad and smelly.

7,5
Good
125 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,7

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Blanket given was extremely smelly. It smelled liked used oil. The smell was very terrible. Told the crew about it but she plainly told us to throw it neat the feet. The journey was very bad and smelly.

7,2
Good
1 829 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,7

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Blanket given was extremely smelly. It smelled liked used oil. The smell was very terrible. Told the crew about it but she plainly told us to throw it neat the feet. The journey was very bad and smelly.

7,0
Good
29 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,7

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Blanket given was extremely smelly. It smelled liked used oil. The smell was very terrible. Told the crew about it but she plainly told us to throw it neat the feet. The journey was very bad and smelly.

Average temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. January sees the highest average temperature while July sees the lowest average temperature. Temperature data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

CPT

Temperature

12 - 21 °C

Average rainfall in Cape Town by month

Keep in mind the precipitation totals in Cape Town by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. Cape Town sees an average of 48.33 precipitation per year with the most occurring in July. Precipitation data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

CPT

Rainfall

20 - 100 mm

Related info for your journey

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

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 4 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 6 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 9h 35m is how long a nonstop flight from Dubai to Cape Town Intl typically takes.

Can I find flights from Dubai to Cape Town for under R12 500 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Dubai to Cape Town for under R12 500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on RwandAir for just R12 437, but on average you can expect to pay R13 346.

Are there direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town for under R17 000 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town under R17 000. A good price for a direct flight from Dubai to Cape Town is less than R19 252.

Are there last-minute flights available from Dubai to Cape Town for under R15 800?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Dubai to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than R15 800.

How popular is this Dubai to Cape Town flight route?

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

RwandAir, at R12 437, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dubai to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air. RwandAir is currently priced 18% 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 Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R8 026. Users have also found prices from R9 616 and R9 844 on RwandAir and Ethiopian Air, respectively.

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

What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Cape Town is R13 430. On average you can expect to pay R18 217. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for R12 891.

What does DXB to CPT mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Dubai Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a DXB to CPT flight.

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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Dubai to Cape Town. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 8 diciembre 2023.

Top 6 airlines flying from Dubai to Cape Town

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Dubai to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR10 005AverageR12 915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 926AverageR13 754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 756AverageR13 994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 321AverageR14 864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Kenya Airways flights
EmiratesCheapestR16 186AverageR18 237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR20 778AverageR23 030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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