Q: Can I fly back to Dubai Intl from Cape Town Intl?

Returning to Dubai Intl from Cape Town Intl COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Cape Town Intl must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 48 hours before departing to Dubai Intl. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Cape Town Intl are not required to quarantine after entering Dubai Intl.

Question 1

How popular is this Dubai to Cape Town flight route?

Accepted Answer

This flight path from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl was viewed by 1,176 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season. Find deals

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

RwandAir, at AED 2,457, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dubai to Cape Town.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways. Users have found that RwandAir is 17% cheaper than the other options available to this destination. Find deals

Question 3

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

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To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Kenya Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at AED 1,634. RwandAir flights start at AED 1,693 while deals on Qatar Airways start at AED 1,936 one-way. Find deals

Question 4

Can I fly to Cape Town Intl from Dubai Intl right now?

Accepted Answer

Information is based on travel restrictions from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl

Most visitors from Dubai Intl need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Cape Town Intl.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Dubai Intl must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours for RT-PCR (NAAT) and 24 hours for Antigen (quick-test) before departing to Cape Town Intl.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Dubai Intl are not required to quarantine after entering Cape Town Intl.

Documents
Health Declaration Form - Must be completed in 48 hours prior to arrival in South Africa.

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Question 5

Can I fly back to Dubai Intl from Cape Town Intl?

Accepted Answer

Returning to Dubai Intl from Cape Town Intl

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Cape Town Intl must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 48 hours before departing to Dubai Intl.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Cape Town Intl are not required to quarantine after entering Dubai Intl.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

On average you can expect to pay AED 8,432 for a flight from Dubai to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is AED 1,940 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at AED 2,336.

Question 8

Can I find flights from Dubai to Cape Town for under AED 2,500 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from Dubai to Cape Town for under AED 2,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on RwandAir for just AED 2,457, but on average you can expect to pay AED 2,604.

Question 9

Are there direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town for under AED 3,000 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town under AED 3,000. A good price for a direct flight from Dubai to Cape Town is less than AED 3,783.

Question 10

Are there last-minute flights available from Dubai to Cape Town for under AED 2,400?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 20+ open flights from Dubai to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than AED 2,400.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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 2 daily flights to Cape Town from 6 different airlines. 9h 50m is how long a flight from Dubai to Cape Town Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Wednesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 46 days in advance to save up to 13% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 46 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Dubai to Cape Town 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as AED 3,574, or AED 3,632 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to Cape Town from Dubai 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 1,991. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Cape Town from Dubai. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 29%.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Dubai to Cape Town at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Question 17

Accepted Answer

One of the most popular airlines travelling from Dubai to Cape Town is RwandAir. Flights from RwandAir travelling this route typically cost AED 811.97 RT. This price is typically 303% cheaper than other airlines that offer Dubai to Cape Town flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was AED 634. The most popular departure airport in Dubai when flying to Cape Town is Dubai Intl Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Cape Town is Cape Town Intl Airport. When flying from Dubai to Cape Town, RwandAir flights are 13% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Question 18

Accepted Answer

If you’re travelling from Dubai to Cape Town, one of the more common airlines travelling that route is Qatar Airways. Dubai to Cape Town flights are typically 213% more expensive than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Qatar Airways typically cost AED 1,168.19 RT. The cheapest Qatar Airways flight found for this route was AED 1,023. Dubai Intl Airport is the most common Dubai airport to take off from when flying to Cape Town. Cape Town Intl Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Cape Town. When flying from Dubai to Cape Town, Qatar Airways flights are -14% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

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 Intl to Cape Town Intl
One-way from	AED 1,785	One-way flight from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Kenya Airways	CheapestAED 1,597	AverageAED 2,208	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	COVID-19 safety	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestAED 1,954	AverageAED 2,476	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	COVID-19 safety	Search Qatar Airways flights
RwandAir	CheapestAED 2,280	AverageAED 2,431	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	COVID-19 safety	Search RwandAir flights
Emirates	CheapestAED 2,328	AverageAED 2,982	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	COVID-19 safety	Search Emirates flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestAED 2,332	AverageAED 2,690	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	COVID-19 safety	Search Ethiopian Air flights

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0%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	2daily flights
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Wednesday	2daily flights
Thursday	2daily flights
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Saturday	2daily flights

Cheap flights from Dubai to Cape Town

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

How to find the cheapest flight from Dubai to Cape Town

All the information you need to plan the best DXB to CPT flight in 2022: compare Dubai to Cape Town flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Cape Town.

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

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

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

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