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AED 2,644+ Direct flights to Cape Town

This is the cheapest price on a non-stop flight to Cape Town found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CPT
15 Aug — 22 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 16 July 2026.

Wed 26/809:10
DXB
-
CPT
Nonstop9h 30m
Emirates
Wed 2/913:15
CPT
-
DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 12/7AED 3,562
Wed 26/803:45
DXB
-
CPT
Nonstop9h 45m
Emirates
Thu 3/918:25
CPT
-
DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 13/7AED 3,577
Sat 15/803:45
DXB
-
CPT
Nonstop9h 45m
Emirates
Tue 1/918:25
CPT
-
DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 12/7AED 3,610
Sun 25/1003:50
DXB
-
CPT
Nonstop9h 50m
Emirates
Thu 29/1020:00
CPT
-
DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 10/7AED 3,621
Tue 25/810:25
DXB
-
CPT
Nonstop9h 40m
Emirates
Tue 1/920:00
CPT
-
DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 10/7AED 3,624
Mon 12/1010:25
DXB
-
CPT
Nonstop9h 40m
Emirates
Thu 22/1020:00
CPT
-
DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 13/7AED 3,657
Wed 26/809:10
DXB
-
CPT
Nonstop9h 30m
Emirates
Fri 11/920:00
CPT
-
DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 11/7AED 3,694
Sun 3/110:25
DXB
-
CPT
Nonstop9h 35m
Emirates
Wed 7/418:25
CPT
-
DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 13/7AED 3,712

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Tue 25/8

09:10-16:40

Nonstop9h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

20:00-07:25

Nonstop9h 25m

AED 3,628

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Wed 26/8

09:10-16:40

Nonstop9h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

20:00-07:25

Nonstop9h 25m

AED 3,694

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Thu 10/9

10:25-18:05

Nonstop9h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

20:00-07:25

Nonstop9h 25m

AED 3,731

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sun 15/11

10:25-18:00

Nonstop9h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/11

20:00-07:25

Nonstop9h 25m

AED 3,834

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sat 24/10

10:25-18:05

Nonstop9h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

20:00-07:25

Nonstop9h 25m

AED 3,845

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Mon 24/8

10:25-18:05

Nonstop9h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

13:15-00:35

Nonstop9h 20m

AED 3,878

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Wed 23/9

10:25-18:05

Nonstop9h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

18:25-05:50

Nonstop9h 25m

AED 3,881

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Wed 29/7

10:25-18:05

Nonstop9h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/8

18:25-05:50

Nonstop9h 25m

AED 3,900

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Wed 29/7

10:25-18:05

Nonstop9h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/8

13:15-00:35

Nonstop9h 20m

AED 3,900

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Mon 3/8

03:45-11:30

Nonstop9h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/8

20:00-07:25

Nonstop9h 25m

AED 3,900

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide direct flights to 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 to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 16 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,South African, andQatar Airways to South Africa. 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
3,626 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,626 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,626 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
South African
7.6
Good
63 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,626 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,626 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,010 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,626 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

FAQ about direct flights to Cape Town

Find answers to frequently asked questions about direct flights to Cape Town to unlock the best deals on Cheapflights.

  • How much are direct flights to Cape Town?

    On average, a one-way direct flight to Cape Town will cost users approximately AED 2,667. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Cape Town, you can expect to pay around AED 10,941.

  • Which airlines fly direct to Cape Town?

    At the moment, South African, Emirates offer direct flights to Cape Town. South African is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Cape Town.

  • How long is a direct flight to Cape Town?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Cape Town to last approximately 9h 30m on average. The quickest direct flight to Cape Town at this time departs from Dubai (9h 30m), while the longest leaves from Dubai (9h 30m).

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

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Cape Town, September is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. January may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Cape Town, when demand is typically at its lowest.

  • What is the most popular direct flight origin to Cape Town?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Cape Town is Dubai. A return direct flight from Dubai to Cape Town typically costs around AED 8,183.

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