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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates from R4 958

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — DXB
Mar 6 — Mar 131
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 4 February 2026.

Mon 16/212:35
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop13h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/25:20
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop14h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R8 957
Mon 2/312:35
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop19h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 5/322:25
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R9 341
Tue 17/313:50
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 5/54:25
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2R9 469
Tue 3/37:20
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop20h 25m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/36:55
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop25h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/2R9 501
Tue 17/212:35
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop13h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/25:20
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop14h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/2R9 517
Mon 16/312:35
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop13h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/523:00
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop14h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R9 533
Mon 16/212:35
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/222:50
DXB
-
CPT
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R9 580
Fri 27/214:25
CPT
-
DXB
2 stops13h 20m
Kenya Airways
Sat 7/36:55
DXB
-
CPT
2 stops32h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/2R9 596
Wed 4/323:25
CPT
-
DXB
1 stop23h 05m
Kenya Airways
Wed 11/36:55
DXB
-
CPT
2 stops32h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/2R9 692
Wed 2/1214:25
CPT
-
DXB
2 stops13h 20m
Kenya Airways
Sun 6/122:20
DXB
-
CPT
2 stops13h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/2R9 740
Mon 20/413:00
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop21h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/522:45
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop14h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/2R9 788
Wed 18/212:35
CPT
-
AUH
1 stop13h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 19/223:40
AUH
-
CPT
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R10 188

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 4 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 957

One-way from

R4 958

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 812

Good round-trip deal

R11 681 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 674 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/2-20/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 20m total
  • Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 20m total
  • Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 909 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 121 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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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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 4 February 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

Mon 16/2

12:35-3:50

1 stop13h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 20/2

5:20-17:25

1 stop14h 05m

R8 957

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

7:20-5:45

1 stop20h 25m

Dubai Intl

Mon 9/3

6:55-6:00

1 stop25h 05m

R9 501

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

12:35-10:25

1 stop19h 50m

Dubai Intl

Wed 11/3

5:20-17:25

1 stop14h 05m

R9 580

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

12:35-3:50

1 stop13h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 30/3

5:50-17:15

1 stop13h 25m

R9 580

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

14:25-5:45

2 stops13h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sat 7/3

6:55-13:35

2 stops32h 40m

R9 596

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

15:25-15:45

1 stop22h 20m

Dubai Intl

Mon 30/3

4:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

R9 820

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/2

23:25-5:45

1 stop28h 20m

Dubai Intl

Fri 6/3

6:55-13:00

1 stop32h 05m

R9 948

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/3

23:25-5:45

1 stop28h 20m

Dubai Intl

Tue 19/5

0:55-22:10

1 stop23h 15m

R9 948

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/4

13:15-10:15

1 stop19h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 10/4

5:50-17:20

1 stop13h 30m

R10 044

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/2

12:35-3:50

1 stop13h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 19/2

23:40-17:25

1 stop19h 45m

R10 188

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to United Arab Emirates from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates (average of R7 229). Flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 284). 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 4 February 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 4 February 2026.

The most flights from CPT to AE0 are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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

About 9% of weekly flights between Cape Town and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 95 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 9% 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 4 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andSouth African 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
3 503 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 503 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 503 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 731 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 503 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
South African
7,3
Good
52 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 503 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
955 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 503 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
292 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 503 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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, 37 407 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 R8 957, Qatar Airways can have you in United Arab Emirates from Cape Town in 13h 15m. Airlines will cover 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 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 387. 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 (62%), Emirates (62%), South African( 62%).

  • 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 R52 980, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R6 104. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Dubai Intl), is priced around R8 685.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates (average of R7 229). Flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 284). 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 4 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 570AverageR9 386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 317AverageR10 482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 975AverageR9 844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 959AverageR11 488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 365AverageR13 162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR11 984AverageR13 280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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