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AED 1,598+ Direct flights from Cape Town

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CPT — DXB
6 Jan — 13 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Direct flights from Cape Town

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 7 December 2025.

Mon 2/313:40CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mEmirates
Tue 17/309:10DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 35mEmirates
Deal found 5/12AED 2,512
Tue 20/113:40CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mEmirates
Tue 27/109:10DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 35mEmirates
Deal found 6/12AED 2,567
Sun 1/213:40CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mEmirates
Sun 15/203:50DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 50mEmirates
Deal found 5/12AED 2,589
Wed 21/113:40CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mEmirates
Wed 28/109:10DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 35mEmirates
Deal found 5/12AED 2,795
Thu 22/113:40CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mSouth African
Thu 29/109:10DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 35mSouth African
Deal found 5/12AED 3,048
Sat 10/113:40CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mEmirates
Sat 17/103:50DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 50mEmirates
Deal found 5/12AED 3,052
Fri 27/213:40CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mEmirates
Fri 6/303:50DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 50mEmirates
Deal found 5/12AED 3,063
Tue 27/118:30CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mEmirates
Wed 11/209:10DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 35mEmirates
Deal found 6/12AED 3,085
Fri 26/1213:40CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mSouth African
Sun 11/103:50DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 50mSouth African
Deal found 5/12AED 3,287
Fri 26/1218:30CPT - DXB
Nonstop9h 25mSouth African
Wed 7/103:50DXB - CPT
Nonstop9h 50mSouth African
Deal found 5/12AED 3,471

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

13:40-01:05

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Tue 17/3

09:10-16:45

Nonstop9h 35m

AED 2,512

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

13:40-01:05

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Tue 27/1

09:10-16:45

Nonstop9h 35m

AED 2,567

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/2

13:40-01:05

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Wed 4/3

09:10-16:45

Nonstop9h 35m

AED 2,589

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

13:40-01:05

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Sun 15/2

03:50-11:40

Nonstop9h 50m

AED 2,589

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

13:40-01:05

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Wed 28/1

09:10-16:45

Nonstop9h 35m

AED 2,795

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

13:40-01:05

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Thu 29/1

09:10-16:45

Nonstop9h 35m

AED 3,048

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/1

13:40-01:05

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Sat 17/1

03:50-11:40

Nonstop9h 50m

AED 3,052

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

13:40-01:05

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Fri 6/3

03:50-11:40

Nonstop9h 50m

AED 3,063

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

18:25-05:50

Nonstop9h 25m

AED 1,598

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/4

13:05-00:35

Nonstop9h 30m

AED 1,605

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Reviews of airlines flying direct to Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide direct flights from 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 from Cape Town. Reviews last updated Cheapflights.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Cape Town, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andSouth African. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,429 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,429 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,429 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,676 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,429 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
South African
7.4
Good
47 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,429 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
903 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,429 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
287 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,429 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Cape Town. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 7 December 2025.

  • Where can you fly direct from Cape Town?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight destination from Cape Town is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How much are direct flights from Cape Town?

    On average, a one-way direct flight from Cape Town will cost users approximately AED 1,296. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight from Cape Town, you can expect to pay around AED 4,523.

  • How long is a direct flight from Cape Town?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the destination, on average, travelers can expect non-stop flights from Cape Town to last approximately 9h 25m on average. The quickest direct flight from Cape Town at this time departs from Cape Town (9h 25m), while the longest leaves from Cape Town (9h 25m).

  • What is the best time of year to fly direct from Cape Town?

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight from Cape Town, February is worth consideration as prices are at their lowest, on average. In terms of the number of daily non-stop flights, February offers travelers the most options.

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