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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates from R5 216

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 16/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — DXB
May 30 — Jun 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2026.

Sun 1/1118:55
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop19h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 5/1112:20
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop31h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R9 698
Tue 16/613:15
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop19h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/613:15
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R10 281
Thu 14/519:30
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop12h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/523:45
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop15h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R10 365
Wed 17/613:15
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop19h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 24/613:15
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R10 381
Thu 30/419:30
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop12h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/523:45
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop15h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R10 465
Mon 15/619:30
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop14h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/623:00
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop13h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R10 481
Sun 10/519:30
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop24h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/523:45
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop15h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R10 531
Sun 21/613:15
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop19h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 28/613:15
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R10 548
Sat 8/813:15
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/823:45
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R10 781
Sat 31/1015:55
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/114:25
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4R11 998
Sun 1/1118:55
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1118:45
AUH
-
CPT
2 stops17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R12 398
Wed 24/613:15
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop13h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sat 11/723:45
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R12 798

Find flight deals from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated 30 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 281

One-way from

R5 216

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 381

Good round-trip deal

R12 681 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 534 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/6-23/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 00m total
  • Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 10m total
  • Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R3 092 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 441 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to United Arab Emirates.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to United Arab Emirates.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates 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 30 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates that are best for you.

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Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/8

13:15-10:55

1 stop19h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 11/8

23:45-17:30

1 stop19h 45m

R10 781

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

19:30-11:40

1 stop14h 10m

Dubai Intl

Sun 30/8

5:50-17:30

1 stop13h 40m

R10 998

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

13:15-11:40

1 stop20h 25m

Dubai Intl

Sun 13/9

5:50-17:30

1 stop13h 40m

R12 148

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

23:30-23:25

1 stop21h 55m

Dubai Intl

Wed 24/6

6:45-22:10

1 stop17h 25m

R13 397

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

9:55-1:05

2 stops37h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 12/6

4:25-13:45

1 stop11h 20m

R13 881

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

13:50-19:25

1 stop27h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 12/6

4:25-13:45

1 stop11h 20m

R13 964
Fastest return journey

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

20:00-7:25

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Sun 13/9

9:10-16:40

Nonstop9h 30m

R14 581

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

18:25-5:50

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Wed 20/5

9:10-16:40

Nonstop9h 30m

R14 631

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/6

18:10-8:20

1 stop12h 10m

Dubai Intl

Thu 2/7

9:10-16:40

Nonstop9h 30m

R14 747

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

19:30-10:10

2 stops36h 40m

Dubai Intl

Thu 18/6

11:00-10:15

2 stops25h 15m

R14 781

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates (average of R8 215). Flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates in April is currently the most expensive (average of R22 962). 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 CPT to AE?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 April 2026.

When flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates. 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 30 April 2026.

The most flights from CPT to AE0 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Cape Town and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Arab Emirates

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Arab Emirates. 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 United Arab Emirates. Reviews last updated 30 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,South African, andQatar Airways from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates 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
3 568 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 724 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
303 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

    For a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 15,6 km from the centre of the city.

  • How popular is this Cape Town to United Arab Emirates flight route?

    Within the past month, 34 079 users have taken a look at flights from Cape Town Intl to United Arab Emirates.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

    For as low as R14 581, Qatar Airways can have you in United Arab Emirates from Cape Town in 9h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7640 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 to fly from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R4 570. However, be on the lookout for offers from Emirates and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

    Before booking your flight to United Arab Emirates from Cape Town, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Condor (46%), Emirates (46%), South African( 46%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates? While on average our users pay R54 795, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R5 985. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Dubai Intl), is priced around R10 381.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to United Arab Emirates flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates (average of R8 215). Flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates in April is currently the most expensive (average of R22 962). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 30 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 045AverageR9 906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 794AverageR10 756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 352AverageR10 416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 376AverageR12 320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 712AverageR13 417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 655AverageR13 897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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