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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates from R5 394

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — DXB
Jul 12 — Jul 191
1 adult

Cheap 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 7 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 925

One-way from

R5 394

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 967

Good round-trip deal

R14 337 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 172 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 7/8-21/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 30m total
  • Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 20m total
  • Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 882 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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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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 7 July 2025.

Thu 7/813:50CPT - AUH
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 21/84:25AUH - CPT
1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/7R8 925
Mon 6/1013:00CPT - AUH
1 stop19h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 30/1023:30AUH - CPT
1 stop19h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7R10 084
Thu 21/813:50CPT - DXB
1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 28/84:25DXB - CPT
1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/7R10 910
Sun 2/115:45CPT - DXB
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/114:25DXB - CPT
2 stops16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7R11 103
Sat 20/913:00CPT - DXB
1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways
Sun 28/923:20DXB - CPT
1 stop13h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/7R11 121
Wed 19/1123:25CPT - DXB
1 stop28h 20mKenya Airways
Tue 2/126:55DXB - CPT
1 stop32h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/7R11 437
Mon 4/816:35CPT - DXB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 10/82:00DXB - CPT
1 stop35h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/7R11 806
Thu 21/815:20CPT - AUH
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 27/82:10AUH - CPT
1 stop33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7R11 964
Sun 2/1113:40CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mEmirates
Sat 15/119:10DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 35mEmirates
Deal found 6/7R12 404
Mon 6/108:40CPT - AUH
1 stop19h 55mSWISS
Wed 29/102:35AUH - CPT
2 stops42h 20mSWISS
Deal found 6/7R19 484
Thu 7/814:15CPT - AUH
2 stops27h 25mLufthansa
Wed 20/82:15AUH - CPT
2 stops33h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 5/7R25 861

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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 7 July 2025.
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 Town

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United Arab Emirates

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/8

13:50-3:10

1 stop11h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 21/8

4:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

R8 925

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/10

13:00-10:55

1 stop19h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 30/10

23:30-17:25

1 stop19h 55m

R10 084

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/8

13:50-4:10

1 stop12h 20m

Dubai Intl

Thu 28/8

4:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

R10 910

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/11

5:45-15:45

2 stops32h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 14/11

4:25-19:05

2 stops16h 40m

R11 103

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 20/9

13:00-11:40

1 stop20h 40m

Dubai Intl

Sun 28/9

23:20-10:50

1 stop13h 30m

R11 121

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/11

23:25-5:45

1 stop28h 20m

Dubai Intl

Tue 2/12

6:55-13:35

1 stop32h 40m

R11 437

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/8

16:35-0:20

1 stop29h 45m

Dubai Intl

Sun 10/8

2:00-11:50

1 stop35h 50m

R11 806

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/8

15:20-19:45

1 stop26h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 27/8

2:10-9:45

1 stop33h 35m

R11 964

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/11

13:40-1:05

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Sat 15/11

9:10-16:45

Nonstop9h 35m

R12 404

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/10

8:40-6:35

1 stop19h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 29/10

2:35-18:55

2 stops42h 20m

R19 484

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates (average of R535). Flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of R741). 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 7 July 2025.

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 7 July 2025.

The most flights from CPT to AE0 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 7 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, SWISS, 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
3 287 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 287 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 650 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
South African
7,5
Good
35 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 590 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 891 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 287 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

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, 50 814 users have taken a look at flights from Cape Town Intl to United Arab Emirates.

  • 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 R5 394. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Emirates, 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 (100%), Emirates (93%), South African( 93%).

  • 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 R59 537, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R6 844. The most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Dubai Intl), is priced around R10 682.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates (average of R535). Flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of R741). 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 8 airlines flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 8 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 7 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestR8 760AverageR13 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 806AverageR10 644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 835AverageR11 526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 869AverageR12 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR9 324AverageR9 862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 934AverageR11 070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 157AverageR14 619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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KLMCheapestR14 770AverageR20 150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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