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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates from AED 1,172

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — DXB
16 Dec — 23 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 November 2025.

Fri 21/1114:35CPT - AUH
1 stop34h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 26/1104:25AUH - CPT
1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11AED 2,263
Tue 18/1113:50CPT - DXB
1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air
Wed 3/1205:40DXB - CPT
1 stop33h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11AED 2,384
Sun 16/1113:50CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 16/117:10DXB - CPT
1 stop21h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11AED 2,395
Sun 16/1113:50CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 21/1117:10DXB - CPT
1 stop23h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11AED 2,398
Mon 17/1114:35CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 30/1104:25DXB - CPT
1 stop34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11AED 2,431
Thu 20/1113:50CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 27/1117:10DXB - CPT
1 stop22h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11AED 2,439
Mon 17/1114:35CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 35mEthiopian Air
Thu 27/1117:10DXB - CPT
1 stop22h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11AED 2,457
Wed 19/1109:00CPT - DXB
2 stops15h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 28/1104:25DXB - CPT
1 stop12h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11AED 2,487
Sat 22/1113:50CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 3/1205:40DXB - CPT
1 stop33h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11AED 2,490
Thu 20/1113:50CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 28/1104:25DXB - CPT
2 stops16h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11AED 2,494
Fri 21/1114:35CPT - DXB
1 stop11h 35mEthiopian Air
Thu 27/1117:10DXB - CPT
1 stop22h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11AED 2,505
Fri 28/1106:05CPT - AUH
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1202:05AUH - CPT
1 stop33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11AED 2,527

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated 16 November 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 2,373

One-way from

AED 1,172

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 2,608

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,596 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,626 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 19/1-23/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 30m total
  • Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 25m total
  • Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (AED 194 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 137 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to United Arab Emirates.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to United Arab Emirates.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 16 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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United Arab Emirates

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Departure

Return

Price

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

13:50-04:10

1 stop12h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sat 16/5

04:25-13:00

1 stop34h 35m

AED 2,420

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

17:25-15:45

2 stops20h 20m

Dubai Intl

Tue 17/3

04:25-18:55

2 stops16h 30m

AED 2,498

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 28/11

06:05-19:45

1 stop11h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 4/12

02:05-09:45

1 stop33h 40m

AED 2,527

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/1

15:25-15:45

1 stop22h 20m

Dubai Intl

Fri 23/1

04:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

AED 2,542

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/12

17:25-15:45

2 stops20h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sat 6/12

04:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

AED 2,545

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/2

09:00-04:10

2 stops17h 10m

Dubai Intl

Fri 6/3

04:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

AED 2,556

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

17:25-15:45

2 stops20h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sat 24/1

04:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

AED 2,556

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

17:25-15:45

2 stops20h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sat 24/1

04:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

AED 2,556

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

12:35-10:50

1 stop20h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 16/2

18:55-10:30

1 stop17h 35m

AED 2,633

Cape TownDubai

CPT - DXB

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

16:40-12:20

1 stop17h 40m

Dubai Intl

Sat 16/5

13:50-11:50

1 stop24h 00m

AED 2,652

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 1,697). Flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,387). 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 CPT to AE?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Arab Emirates

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Arab Emirates. 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 United Arab Emirates. Reviews last updated 16 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, South African, andQatar Airways from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
South African
7.5
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,664 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
894 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
287 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates. It is only a 15.6 km journey to Cape Town Intl (CPT) from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Cape Town to United Arab Emirates flight route?

    The Cape Town Intl to United Arab Emirates flight path was viewed by 418 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 Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

    For as low as AED 2,420, Ethiopian Air can have you in United Arab Emirates from Cape Town in 12h 20m. The distance from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates is about 7640 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates are Condor (100%), Emirates (94%) and South African (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

    On average you can expect to pay AED 6,389 for a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates. The cheapest flight overall is AED 1,542 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at AED 2,211.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates 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 Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 1,697). Flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,387). 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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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,932AverageAED 2,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,966AverageAED 2,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,197AverageAED 2,978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,557AverageAED 3,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,743AverageAED 3,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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