Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 19m. Find deals

What’s the fastest stopover option from Dubai to Cape Town?

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 39m. Find deals

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 54% of one-stop itineraries from Dubai to Cape Town on Cheapflights. Find deals

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

Addis Ababa (ADD) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of AED 2,787. Find deals

How popular is this Dubai to Cape Town flight route?

This flight path from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl was viewed by 1,534 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long is the flight from Dubai to Cape Town?

For as low as AED 2,369, Ethiopian Air can have you in Cape Town from Dubai in 22h 35m. The distance between Dubai and Cape Town is about 7640 km.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Cape Town round-trip?

Ethiopian Air, at AED 2,130, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dubai to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Cape Town

The most flights from DXB to CPT 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).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

On average you can expect to pay AED 8,604 for a flight from Dubai to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is AED 1,388 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at AED 1,954.

What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Cape Town?

Before booking your flight to Cape Town from Dubai, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Condor (90%), Emirates (88%), South African( 88%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Dubai to Cape Town?

The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to Cape Town are South African, Ethiopian Air and Emirates. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Dubai to Cape Town?

Most of the time, Dubai to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will stop in Addis Ababa. Doha sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Dubai to Cape Town.

Where are the least popular stopover locations for Dubai to Cape Town flights?

Dubai to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Johannesburg.

What airports do I use to fly from Dubai to Cape Town?

Cape Town Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Cape Town from Dubai Intl. Booking flights from Dubai Intl (DXB) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to Cape Town from 5 different airlines. 9h 35m is how long a flight from Dubai to Cape Town Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

AED 1,440+ Cheap Flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Cape Town

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town

Round-trip from	AED 2,343
One-way from	AED 1,440
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	September
Average price	AED 3,507
Good round-trip deal	AED 3,383 or less
Good one-way deal	AED 2,094 or less

Ethiopian Air
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3 total stops
28h 15m total
Dubai to Cape Town

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18h 20m total
Dubai to Cape Town

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 446 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 October 2025.

Tue 4/1117:10DXB - CPT

1 stop22h 35mEthiopian Air

Sun 9/1113:50CPT - DXB

1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/10AED 2,365

Thu 27/1117:10DXB - CPT

1 stop22h 35mEthiopian Air

Tue 2/1213:50CPT - DXB

1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/10AED 2,369

Thu 30/1004:25DXB - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Thu 13/1117:25CPT - DXB

2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/10AED 2,372

Thu 30/1004:25DXB - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Tue 11/1115:25CPT - DXB

1 stop22h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/10AED 2,383

Wed 12/1117:10DXB - CPT

2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air

Thu 20/1113:50CPT - DXB

1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/10AED 2,405

Tue 4/1117:10DXB - CPT

2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air

Tue 18/1117:25CPT - DXB

2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/10AED 2,409

Sat 22/1104:25DXB - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Sun 30/1115:25CPT - DXB

1 stop33h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/10AED 2,416

Mon 27/1017:10DXB - CPT

2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air

Thu 6/1117:25CPT - DXB

2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/10AED 2,446

Mon 10/1117:10DXB - CPT

2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air

Thu 13/1115:25CPT - DXB

1 stop33h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/10AED 2,464

Best flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 10 October 2025.

Thu 27/1117:10DXB - CPT

1 stop22h 35mEthiopian Air

Tue 2/1213:50CPT - DXB

1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/10AED 2,369

Sun 23/1104:25DXB - CPT

1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air

Mon 1/1217:25CPT - DXB

2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/10AED 2,387

Wed 18/317:10DXB - CPT

2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air

Sun 29/313:50CPT - DXB

1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/10AED 2,387

Thu 27/1117:10DXB - CPT

1 stop22h 35mEthiopian Air

Sat 6/1213:50CPT - DXB

1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/10AED 2,416

Sat 22/1104:25DXB - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Sun 30/1115:25CPT - DXB

1 stop33h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/10AED 2,416

Wed 12/1117:10DXB - CPT

2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air

Thu 20/1117:25CPT - DXB

2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/10AED 2,431

Sun 2/1117:10DXB - CPT

2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air

Tue 11/1117:25CPT - DXB

2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/10AED 2,497

Mon 10/1117:10DXB - CPT

2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air

Thu 13/1115:25CPT - DXB

1 stop33h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/10AED 2,548

Wed 26/1105:40DXB - CPT

1 stop33h 20mEthiopian Air

Tue 2/1213:50CPT - DXB

1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/10AED 2,556

Direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from Dubai to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 10 October 2025.

Fri 13/309:10DXB - CPT

Nonstop9h 35mEmirates

Sun 22/313:40CPT - DXB

Nonstop9h 25mEmirates

Deal found 8/10AED 3,294

Sun 9/1103:50DXB - CPT

Nonstop9h 50mEmirates

Thu 13/1118:30CPT - DXB

Nonstop9h 25mEmirates

Deal found 8/10AED 3,349

Wed 29/1003:50DXB - CPT

Nonstop9h 50mEmirates

Tue 11/1113:40CPT - DXB

Nonstop9h 25mEmirates

Deal found 9/10AED 3,356

Sun 26/1003:50DXB - CPT

Nonstop9h 50mEmirates

Thu 6/1113:40CPT - DXB

Nonstop9h 25mEmirates

Deal found 8/10AED 3,364

Wed 14/103:50DXB - CPT

Nonstop9h 50mEmirates

Sun 18/118:30CPT - DXB

Nonstop9h 25mEmirates

Deal found 9/10AED 3,378

Sun 26/1003:50DXB - CPT

Nonstop9h 50mEmirates

Sun 2/1118:30CPT - DXB

Nonstop9h 25mEmirates

Deal found 8/10AED 3,386

Sat 22/1103:50DXB - CPT

Nonstop9h 50mEmirates

Sun 30/1118:30CPT - DXB

Nonstop9h 25mEmirates

Deal found 9/10AED 3,400

Mon 29/1203:50DXB - CPT

Nonstop9h 50mEmirates

Tue 13/118:30CPT - DXB

Nonstop9h 25mEmirates

Deal found 8/10AED 3,411

Wed 25/203:50DXB - CPT

Nonstop9h 50mEmirates

Tue 10/318:30CPT - DXB

Nonstop9h 25mEmirates

Deal found 8/10AED 3,437

Sat 1/1103:50DXB - CPT

Nonstop9h 50mEmirates

Mon 3/1118:30CPT - DXB

Nonstop9h 25mEmirates

Deal found 9/10AED 3,448

Last-minute flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town. Data last updated 10 October 2025 and is based on user searches.

Tue 14/1004:25DXB - CPT

2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines

Tue 21/1013:00CPT - DXB

1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/10AED 2,780

Wed 15/1000:55DXB - CPT

1 stop23h 15mKenya Airways

Wed 22/1014:35CPT - DXB

2 stops12h 50mKenya Airways

Deal found 7/10AED 3,125

Thu 16/1006:55DXB - CPT

2 stops15h 35mMultiple Airlines

Wed 22/1006:00CPT - DXB

2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/10AED 3,257

Thu 16/1017:10DXB - CPT

2 stops18h 30mMultiple Airlines

Tue 21/1021:05CPT - DXB

2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/10AED 3,283

Fri 17/1000:55DXB - CPT

2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sat 25/1021:05CPT - DXB

2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/10AED 2,615

Fri 17/1006:55DXB - CPT

1 stop32h 05mKenya Airways

Thu 6/1114:25CPT - DXB

2 stops32h 05mKenya Airways

Deal found 9/10AED 3,118

Sun 19/1017:10DXB - CPT

2 stops41h 10mEthiopian Air

Thu 23/1013:50CPT - DXB

1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/10AED 2,905

One-way flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Dubai to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 10 October 2025.

Wed 4/202:20DXB - CPT

2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/10AED 1,440

Sun 19/1000:55DXB - CPT

2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/10AED 1,443

Tue 14/1001:50DXB - CPT

2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/10AED 1,465

Fri 7/1106:55DXB - CPT

2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10AED 1,473

Sat 8/1106:55DXB - CPT

2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10AED 1,480

Sat 15/1104:25DXB - CPT

1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 7/10AED 1,484

Tue 4/1102:20DXB - CPT

2 stops18h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10AED 1,487

Sat 25/1006:55DXB - CPT

3 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/10AED 1,495

Sun 9/1106:55DXB - CPT

2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10AED 1,509

Sun 2/1102:20DXB - CPT

2 stops15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10AED 1,528

Tue 4/1106:55DXB - CPT

3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/10AED 1,542

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Thu 27/11

17:10-13:45

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/12

13:50-04:10

1 stop12h 20m

AED 2,369

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/11

04:25-13:45

1 stop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/12

17:25-15:45

2 stops20h 20m

AED 2,387

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Wed 18/3

17:10-08:20

2 stops17h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

13:50-02:55

1 stop11h 05m

AED 2,387

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Thu 27/11

17:10-13:45

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/12

13:50-02:55

1 stop11h 05m

AED 2,416

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sat 22/11

04:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/11

15:25-02:55

1 stop33h 30m

AED 2,416

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/11

17:10-08:20

2 stops17h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/11

17:25-15:45

2 stops20h 20m

AED 2,431

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sun 2/11

17:10-08:20

2 stops17h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

17:25-15:45

2 stops20h 20m

AED 2,497

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Mon 10/11

17:10-08:20

2 stops17h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/11

15:25-02:55

1 stop33h 30m

AED 2,548

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Wed 26/11

05:40-13:00

1 stop33h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/12

13:50-04:10

1 stop12h 20m

AED 2,556

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sat 25/10

06:55-23:45

3 stops18h 50m

AED 1,495

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

The best time to book flights from Dubai to Cape Town is 85 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town (average of AED 1,862). Flying from Dubai to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,170). 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 DXB to CPT?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Dubai to Cape Town in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 31% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dubai to Cape Town?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, South African, andQatar Airways from Dubai 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

3,370 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,370 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,370 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

South African

7.5

Good

46 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,370 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,644 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,370 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

873 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,370 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Kenya Airways

6.8

Okay

282 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,370 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

What airports do I use to fly from Dubai to Cape Town?
Cape Town Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Cape Town from Dubai Intl. Booking flights from Dubai Intl (DXB) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to Cape Town from 5 different airlines. 9h 35m is how long a flight from Dubai to Cape Town Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.
How popular is this Dubai to Cape Town flight route?
This flight path from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl was viewed by 1,534 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Cape Town?
For as low as AED 2,369, Ethiopian Air can have you in Cape Town from Dubai in 22h 35m. The distance between Dubai and Cape Town is about 7640 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Cape Town round-trip?
Ethiopian Air, at AED 2,130, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dubai to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Cape Town?
Before booking your flight to Cape Town from Dubai, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Condor (90%), Emirates (88%), South African( 88%).
What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
On average you can expect to pay AED 8,604 for a flight from Dubai to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is AED 1,388 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at AED 1,954.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Dubai to Cape Town?
Most of the time, Dubai to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will stop in Addis Ababa. Doha sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Dubai to Cape Town.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Dubai to Cape Town flights?
Dubai to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Johannesburg.
Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town 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 Dubai to Cape Town?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town (average of AED 1,862). Flying from Dubai to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,170). 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 5 airlines flying from Dubai to Cape Town

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Ethiopian Air	CheapestAED 2,130	AverageAED 2,670	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestAED 2,155	AverageAED 2,728	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestAED 2,527	AverageAED 2,980	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	CheapestAED 3,018	AverageAED 3,684	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
South African	CheapestAED 3,169	AverageAED 4,333	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights

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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Cape Town from AED 1,440

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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