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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates from R5 482

CPT — DXB
Oct 7 — Oct 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates

Sat 17/1014:20 -
1 stop12h 15m
Fri 23/100:55 -
1 stop14h 05m
Deal found 2/9R10 326
Sun 18/108:15 -
2 stops16h 55m
Sun 25/104:25 -
2 stops32h 00m
Deal found 4/9R10 342
Tue 20/1013:15 -
1 stop12h 10m
Tue 27/1022:25 -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 5/9R10 390
Sun 18/1013:15 -
1 stop12h 10m
Sun 25/1022:25 -
1 stop14h 05m
Deal found 2/9R10 454
Fri 2/1014:25 -
2 stops13h 00m
Thu 8/100:55 -
2 stops14h 40m
Deal found 6/9R10 470
Wed 28/1014:25 -
2 stops32h 05m
Sun 1/112:20 -
1 stop29h 40m
Deal found 4/9R10 486
Sat 17/1014:20 -
1 stop31h 05m
Fri 6/112:20 -
1 stop12h 40m
Deal found 3/9R10 517
Wed 9/914:25 -
2 stops31h 00m
Wed 16/96:45 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 4/9R10 533
Thu 8/1013:15 -
1 stop19h 00m
Wed 14/105:50 -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 7/9R10 549
Tue 13/1014:25 -
2 stops31h 00m
Tue 20/106:45 -
2 stops32h 50m
Deal found 7/9R10 581
Tue 6/107:20 -
1 stop14h 05m
Tue 3/116:55 -
2 stops32h 40m
Deal found 7/9R10 597
Fri 16/1013:15 -
1 stop19h 00m
Fri 23/105:50 -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 3/9R10 725

Find flight deals from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates

Round-trip from

R10 326

One-way from

R5 482

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 266

Good round-trip deal

R12 610 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 497 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 17/10-23/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 20m total
  • Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 25m total
  • Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R8 571 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 775 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 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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Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

12:35-3:50

1 stop13h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 577

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

13:15-4:25

1 stop13h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 151

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/2

12:35-10:25

1 stop19h 50m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 645

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/12

12:35-21:15

1 stop30h 40m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 852

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

6:00-3:25

2 stops19h 25m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 916

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/10

13:50-3:10

1 stop11h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 155

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/12

17:20-7:00

1 stop35h 40m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 235

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

16:35-12:20

1 stop17h 45m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 235

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

16:35-12:20

1 stop17h 45m

Dubai Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 283

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

15:10-3:10

1 stop34h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 330

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates (average of R10 613). Flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 434). 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?

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

The most flights from CPT to AE0 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, 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 11% of weekly flights between Cape Town and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 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 11% of flights being delayed.

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 48 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Arab Emirates

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
3 653 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 734 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 040 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
326 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

  • 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, 27 796 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 R11 394, Kenya Airways can have you in United Arab Emirates from Cape Town in 11h 20m. 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 503. However, be on the lookout for offers from Emirates and Etihad Airways, 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 (91%), Emirates (87%), South African( 87%).

  • 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 R53 542, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R6 061. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Dubai Intl), is priced around R10 215.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates (average of R10 613). Flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 434). 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 7 airlines flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 680AverageR11 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 785AverageR9 573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 606AverageR10 415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 315AverageR10 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 837AverageR13 701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 922AverageR11 954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 089AverageR13 329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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