Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Cape Town from R6 906
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 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CPT
Jun 8 — Jun 151
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 November, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday
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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 9 May 2026.
Mon 18/511:45
DXB
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CPT
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/56:30
CPT
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DXB
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R12 205
Thu 25/623:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/613:10
CPT
-
DXB
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R12 680
Tue 9/623:00
DXB
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CPT
2 stops17h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/613:15
CPT
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DXB
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R12 713
Sun 28/64:55
DXB
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CPT
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/714:25
CPT
-
DXB
2 stops19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R13 091
Sat 24/1023:25
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 3/116:05
CPT
-
DXB
2 stops27h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5R13 189
Thu 29/1022:25
DXB
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CPT
2 stops26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/1119:00
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop13h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R13 550
Thu 23/74:00
DXB
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CPT
2 stops14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/719:30
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R13 747
Sun 7/62:55
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop13h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 18/613:50
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R13 960
Tue 20/105:50
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop13h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 27/1013:50
CPT
-
DXB
3 stops18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R14 042
Mon 6/74:25
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop11h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 3/813:50
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/5R14 206
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 9 May 2026.
Sat 4/717:10
DXB
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CPT
2 stops26h 20m
Oman Air
Sun 2/819:30
CPT
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DXB
2 stops23h 55m
Oman Air
Deal found 7/5R14 567
Sun 28/64:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop11h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 12/713:50
CPT
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DXB
1 stop12h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R14 567
Sat 13/623:00
DXB
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CPT
1 stop16h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/67:00
CPT
-
DXB
2 stops18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5R15 010
Thu 29/109:10
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 35m
Emirates
Mon 2/1120:00
CPT
-
DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 5/5R16 273
Fri 5/622:20
DXB
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CPT
2 stops40h 50m
Oman Air
Mon 24/813:15
CPT
-
DXB
2 stops30h 10m
Oman Air
Deal found 5/5R14 616
Wed 10/611:45
DXB
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CPT
1 stop27h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/613:15
CPT
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DXB
1 stop12h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R15 535
Mon 8/617:10
DXB
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CPT
2 stops22h 00m
Oman Air
Tue 16/613:15
CPT
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DXB
2 stops48h 25m
Oman Air
Deal found 5/5R14 616
Thu 29/104:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 2/1113:50
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/5R16 749
Sat 4/711:00
DXB
-
CPT
2 stops32h 30m
Oman Air
Mon 24/813:15
CPT
-
DXB
2 stops51h 40m
Oman Air
Deal found 5/5R14 616
Tue 26/522:20
DXB
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CPT
2 stops40h 50m
Oman Air
Wed 3/619:30
CPT
-
DXB
2 stops23h 55m
Oman Air
Deal found 7/5R15 830
Thu 4/617:10
DXB
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CPT
2 stops22h 00m
Oman Air
Thu 11/619:30
CPT
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DXB
2 stops42h 10m
Oman Air
Deal found 6/5R16 306
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 9 May 2026.
Sun 14/69:10
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 30m
Emirates
Tue 16/613:15
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 8/5R15 240
Wed 3/69:10
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 30m
Emirates
Wed 10/613:15
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 6/5R15 797
Wed 10/69:10
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 30m
Emirates
Wed 17/618:25
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 7/5R15 879
Fri 12/63:45
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 45m
Emirates
Tue 16/613:15
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5R15 961
Mon 8/69:10
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 30m
Emirates
Mon 15/613:15
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 6/5R15 978
Tue 9/69:10
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 30m
Emirates
Wed 17/613:15
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 6/5R16 076
Wed 26/89:10
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 30m
Emirates
Tue 8/913:15
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 5/5R16 093
Sun 23/83:45
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 45m
Emirates
Thu 10/920:00
CPT
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DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 5/5R16 158
Thu 29/109:10
DXB
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CPT
Nonstop9h 35m
Emirates
Mon 2/1120:00
CPT
-
DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 5/5R16 273
Last-minute flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town. Data last updated 9 May 2026 and is based on user searches.
Mon 11/511:45
DXB
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CPT
2 stops34h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 25/519:30
CPT
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DXB
1 stop12h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R14 452
Mon 18/511:45
DXB
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CPT
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/56:30
CPT
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DXB
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R12 205
Mon 18/511:45
DXB
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CPT
2 stops24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 24/519:30
CPT
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DXB
1 stop12h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R14 337
Mon 1/623:00
DXB
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CPT
1 stop16h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/69:00
CPT
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DXB
2 stops34h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5R14 321
Sun 7/62:55
DXB
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CPT
1 stop13h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 18/613:50
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R13 960
Tue 9/623:00
DXB
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CPT
2 stops17h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/613:15
CPT
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DXB
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R12 713
Mon 22/617:30
DXB
-
CPT
3 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/614:25
CPT
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DXB
3 stops20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5R14 272
Thu 25/623:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/613:10
CPT
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DXB
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R12 680
Sun 28/64:55
DXB
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CPT
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/714:25
CPT
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DXB
2 stops19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R13 091
Mon 29/617:30
DXB
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CPT
3 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/814:25
CPT
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DXB
3 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5R14 403
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 9 May 2026.
Thu 4/64:00
DXB
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CPT
2 stops14h 20m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 4/5R6 906
Wed 3/64:00
DXB
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CPT
3 stops38h 20m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 6/5R6 923
Fri 29/56:45
DXB
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CPT
2 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R7 661
Thu 18/64:00
DXB
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CPT
2 stops14h 20m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 5/5R7 710
Wed 3/66:45
DXB
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CPT
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5R7 776
Thu 14/511:45
DXB
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CPT
2 stops37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5R8 251
Fri 22/56:45
DXB
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CPT
2 stops27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R8 448
Mon 13/71:50
DXB
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CPT
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R8 661
Sat 5/923:25
DXB
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CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5R8 711
Tue 23/64:25
DXB
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CPT
1 stop11h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/5R8 875
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 9 May 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 9 May 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Sat 4/7
17:10-17:30
2 stops26h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 2/8
19:30-21:25
2 stops23h 55m
R14 567
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Sun 28/6
4:25-14:10
1 stop11h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 12/7
13:50-4:10
1 stop12h 20m
R14 567
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Fri 5/6
22:20-13:10
2 stops40h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 24/8
13:15-21:25
2 stops30h 10m
R14 616
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Mon 8/6
17:10-13:10
2 stops22h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 16/6
13:15-15:40
2 stops48h 25m
R14 616
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Sat 4/7
11:00-17:30
2 stops32h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 24/8
13:15-18:55
2 stops51h 40m
R14 616
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Sat 13/6
23:00-13:10
1 stop16h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 16/6
7:00-3:45
2 stops18h 45m
R15 010
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Wed 10/6
11:45-13:10
1 stop27h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 17/6
13:15-3:45
1 stop12h 30m
R15 535
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Tue 26/5
22:20-13:10
2 stops40h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 3/6
19:30-21:25
2 stops23h 55m
R15 830
Fastest return journey
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Thu 29/10
9:10-16:45
Nonstop9h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 2/11
20:00-7:25
Nonstop9h 25m
R16 273
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Thu 4/6
17:10-13:10
2 stops22h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 11/6
19:30-15:40
2 stops42h 10m
R16 306
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town?
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 80 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town (average of R11 204). Flying from Dubai to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 913). 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 9 May 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.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Dubai to Cape Town?
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 9 May 2026.
The most flights from DXB to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How often are flights from Dubai to Cape Town delayed?
About 11% of weekly flights between Dubai and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 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 11% 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 47% 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.
Doha (DOH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R12 555.
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: 13h 43m.
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 34m.
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 9 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andQatar Airways 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.
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 3 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 316 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 R14 567, Oman Air can have you in Cape Town from Dubai in 11h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7640 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Cape Town round-trip?
Ethiopian Air, at R9 528, 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 36% 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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 556. Users have also found prices from R6 409 and R6 940 on Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, 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 Emirates (50%), South African (50%) and Condor (7%).
What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Cape Town is R7 281. On average you can expect to pay R14 069. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for R11 893.
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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town (average of R11 204). Flying from Dubai to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 913). 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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