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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town from AED 1,432

AUH — CPT
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

Fri 9/1002:05 -
1 stop16h 40m
Sun 18/1008:15 -
1 stop33h 30m
Deal found 10/9AED 2,247
Fri 23/1002:05 -
1 stop13h 20m
Sat 31/1014:15 -
1 stop27h 30m
Deal found 12/9AED 2,262
Fri 9/1004:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Sun 18/1013:50 -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 15/9AED 2,416
Sun 25/1004:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Sun 1/1113:50 -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 10/9AED 2,442
Thu 29/1004:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Thu 5/1113:50 -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 14/9AED 2,446
Tue 27/1004:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Tue 3/1113:50 -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 12/9AED 2,457
Thu 8/1004:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Fri 16/1015:10 -
1 stop34h 00m
Deal found 14/9AED 2,460
Mon 12/1004:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Sun 18/1013:50 -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 13/9AED 2,464
Fri 23/1004:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Sat 31/1015:10 -
1 stop34h 00m
Deal found 14/9AED 2,468
Fri 23/1004:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Sat 31/1020:25 -
1 stop21h 20m
Deal found 14/9AED 2,526
Sat 10/1004:25 -
2 stops17h 20m
Sat 17/1020:25 -
2 stops28h 45m
Deal found 11/9AED 2,585

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AED 2,262

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AED 1,432

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AED 2,479
23/10-31/10
  • 23/10-31/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 50m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Cape Town
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  • Etihad Airways
  • 29/9-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 50m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Cape Town
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Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 29/9

09:10-13:00

1 stop29h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,432

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 21/9

04:25-13:00

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,513

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 25/9

04:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,513
Fastest return journey

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 25/9

04:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,553

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 29/9

04:25-22:45

2 stops20h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,663

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 25/9

04:25-08:15

2 stops29h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,818

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/9

21:55-13:35

3 stops41h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,898

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 14/12

04:25-13:00

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,141

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 26/9

23:45-10:15

1 stop12h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,240

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 25/10

04:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/11

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

AED 2,442

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?

Booking 33 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town (average of AED 2,328). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,639). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Abu Dhabi to Cape Town flights typically cost between AED 2,284 and AED 2,750 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was AED 2,262 on Multiple Airlines (23 Oct–31 Oct).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEthiopian Air from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town 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
3,660 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,660 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,660 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,732 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,660 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,040 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,660 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.

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  • How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?

    Ethiopian Air can get you from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town in just under 11h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Abu Dhabi and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 7524 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at AED 2,009, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from AED 2,449 and AED 3,431, respectively. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as AED 1,176. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town for a low price.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town (average of AED 2,328). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,639). 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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