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The best prices from Dubai International to Cape Town are usually found in May or March, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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How to find the cheapest flight from
Dubai International (DXB) to Cape Town (CPT)

DXB - CPT
Price
AED 2,145 - AED 3,849
CPT
Temperature
19 - 29 °C
CPT
Rainfall
9 - 94 mm

Popular in

December

High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise

Cheapest in

May

Best time to find cheap flights, 28% potential price drop

Round-trip from

AED 2,145

From Dubai International to Cape Town

One-way from

AED 2,031

One-way flight from Dubai International to Cape Town

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
What is the cheapest day to fly return from Dubai International to Cape Town?

Leaving on a Sunday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 17% on the overall cost on flights from Dubai International to Cape Town.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dubai International to Cape Town?

To save on the cost of your flight from Dubai International to Cape Town, book at least 46 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 13% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from AED 3,573 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as AED 3,632.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai International to Cape Town?

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to Cape Town from Dubai International average AED 2,963. You can even find prices in May for less than AED 2,963, as users have found deals to Cape Town from as low as AED 1,990. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Cape Town from Dubai International. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 29%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dubai International to Cape Town (DXB - CPT)?

When flying from Dubai International to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap flights from Dubai International to Cape Town in January, February 2021

The best prices found for DXB to CPT flights in January, February
12 Feb - 20 Feb
AED 2,112pp
DXB
Dubai Intl
Kenya Airways
 
1 STOP
CPT
Cape Town Intl
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Kenya Airways
 
1 STOP
DXB
Dubai Intl
13 Feb - 20 Feb
AED 2,148pp
DXB
Dubai Intl
Kenya Airways
   
2 STOPS
CPT
Cape Town Intl
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Kenya Airways
 
1 STOP
DXB
Dubai Intl
30 Jan - 7 Feb
AED 2,159pp
DXB
Dubai Intl
Kenya Airways
   
2 STOPS
CPT
Cape Town Intl
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Kenya Airways
   
2 STOPS
DXB
Dubai Intl

Dubai International to Cape Town 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to Cape Town from Dubai International found for this year
12 Feb - 20 Feb
AED 2,112pp
DXB
Dubai Intl
Kenya Airways
 
1 STOP
CPT
Cape Town Intl
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Kenya Airways
 
1 STOP
DXB
Dubai Intl
29 Apr - 4 May
AED 2,137pp
DXB
Dubai Intl
Kenya Airways
 
1 STOP
CPT
Cape Town Intl
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Kenya Airways
   
2 STOPS
DXB
Dubai Intl
29 Apr - 4 May
AED 2,141pp
DXB
Dubai Intl
Kenya Airways
 
1 STOP
CPT
Cape Town Intl
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Kenya Airways
 
1 STOP
DXB
Dubai Intl

Direct flights to Cape Town from Dubai International

Save time with Dubai International to Cape Town direct flight deals
29 Jan - 7 Feb
AED 3,184pp
DXB
Dubai Intl
Emirates
Direct
CPT
Cape Town Intl
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Emirates
Direct
DXB
Dubai Intl
29 Apr - 4 May
AED 3,298pp
DXB
Dubai Intl
Emirates
Direct
CPT
Cape Town Intl
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Emirates
Direct
DXB
Dubai Intl
12 Feb - 20 Feb
AED 3,305pp
DXB
Dubai Intl
Emirates
Direct
CPT
Cape Town Intl
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Emirates
Direct
DXB
Dubai Intl

Last-minute flights from Dubai International to Cape Town

Late deals on return flights to Cape Town from Dubai International, departing today and this week
26 Jan - 28 Jan
AED 2,203pp
DXB
Dubai Intl
Multiple airlines
   
2 STOPS
CPT
Cape Town Intl
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
DXB
Dubai Intl
27 Jan - 28 Jan
AED 2,214pp
DXB
Dubai Intl
Multiple airlines
   
2 STOPS
CPT
Cape Town Intl
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
DXB
Dubai Intl
29 Jan - 7 Feb
AED 2,226pp
DXB
Dubai Intl
Multiple airlines
   
2 STOPS
CPT
Cape Town Intl
CPT
Cape Town Intl
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
DXB
Dubai Intl

One-way flights to Cape Town from Dubai International

The cheapest one-way flights from Dubai International to Cape Town
23:25 - 08:45
Ethiopian Air
1 stop
11h 20m
DXB - CPT
Ethiopian Air
AED 2,031
FlightHub
01:55 - 08:30
Kenya Airways
2 stops
32h 35m
DXB - CPT
Kenya Airways
AED 2,417
20:45 - 10:35
Multiple Airlines
2 stops
15h 50m
DXB - CPT
Multiple Airlines
AED 2,501
Kiwi.com

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Useful info, stats and facts about Dubai International to Cape Town flights.

Flight FAQs

From Dubai International to Cape Town

Can I find flights from Dubai International to Cape Town for under AED 2,203 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Dubai International to Cape Town for under AED 2,203. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just AED 2,137, but on average you can expect to pay AED 2,203.

Which airlines flying from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of the carriers operating flights from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways, and Emirates. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

Are there direct flights from Dubai International to Cape Town for under AED 3,305 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Dubai International to Cape Town under AED 3,305. A good price for a direct flight from Dubai International to Cape Town is less than AED 5,270.

Are there last-minute flights available from Dubai International to Cape Town for under AED 2,203?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Dubai International to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than AED 2,203.

How popular is this flight route?

Within the past month, 1,550 users have taken a look at flights from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl.

Does it rain more in Dubai or Cape Town?

When travelling, we recommend packing in preparation to handle common weather conditions. The rainfall in Dubai is typically similar to Cape Town. We can gather that this will continue over the next 5 days.

Is Dubai weather warmer or cooler than Cape Town?

Temperatures around the 41 °Cs can be experienced in July. The weather in Cape Town is colder than in Dubai. Plan for potential changes in flight availability as peak weather approaches in this location.

How long does is the flight from Dubai International to Cape Town?

A quick flight from Dubai International to Cape Town can take about 11h 20m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 2,575. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to flying from Dubai International to Cape Town return?

Flying on Kenya Airways is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at AED 2,138. Another option worth looking into is RwandAir, starting at AED 2,153 return. You may be able to fly from Dubai International to Cape Town for 27% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai International to Cape Town one-way?

The cheapest airline one-way is Kenya Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as AED 1,312. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Dubai International to Cape Town for a low price.

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Destination information for Cape Town

Things to know before you go. Useful info for your trip from Dubai International to Cape Town
Today's exchange rate
AED 1 = R4.15
Average temperature for January in Cape Town
28.0 °C
Avg rainfall for January in Cape Town
9.0 mm

Airports servicing Dubai

Dubai (DXB)

Airports servicing Cape Town

Cape Town (CPT)

Top 5 airlines flying from Dubai International to Cape Town

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from Dubai International to Cape Town choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.

Airline Cheapest Average Flexibility On-time COVID-19 safety
RwandAir 		AED 402 AED 624 No cancel fee N/A

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Kenya Airways 		AED 51 AED 662 No cancel fee 82%
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Ethiopian Air 		AED 565 AED 687 No cancel fee 72%
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Emirates 		AED 63 AED 927 No cancel fee 75%
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South African 		AED 67 AED 1,000 No cancel fee 78%

We couldn't confirm the COVID-19 safety measures taken by South African. Please check directly on their website for additional information.
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