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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates from AED 1,204

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — DXB
14 Sep — 21 Sep1
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 15 August 2026.

Fri 4/914:25 -
2 stops13h 00m
Tue 8/900:55 -
1 stop23h 15m
Deal found 12/8AED 2,335
Wed 23/923:30 -
1 stop21h 55m
Fri 25/900:55 -
1 stop14h 05m
Deal found 14/8AED 2,339
Thu 12/1112:35 -
1 stop13h 15m
Tue 24/1122:25 -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 10/8AED 2,343
Sat 12/913:15 -
1 stop20h 25m
Wed 16/905:50 -
1 stop13h 40m
Deal found 10/8AED 2,361
Fri 4/913:15 -
1 stop20h 25m
Wed 9/923:00 -
1 stop13h 15m
Deal found 14/8AED 2,390
Fri 4/913:15 -
1 stop20h 25m
Mon 7/923:25 -
1 stop12h 50m
Deal found 13/8AED 2,409
Fri 4/914:25 -
2 stops13h 00m
Mon 7/906:45 -
2 stops32h 50m
Deal found 12/8AED 2,416
Thu 3/914:25 -
2 stops13h 00m
Tue 8/900:55 -
1 stop23h 15m
Deal found 12/8AED 2,420
Tue 1/907:20 -
1 stop19h 15m
Thu 3/900:55 -
2 stops14h 40m
Deal found 11/8AED 2,427
Wed 9/908:15 -
2 stops16h 55m
Wed 16/904:25 -
2 stops21h 10m
Deal found 12/8AED 2,453
Thu 10/905:45 -
2 stops19h 25m
Wed 16/904:25 -
2 stops21h 10m
Deal found 12/8AED 2,515
Wed 9/913:50 -
1 stop11h 20m
Wed 16/904:25 -
1 stop11h 45m
Deal found 12/8AED 2,607

Find 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 15 August 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,335

One-way from

AED 1,204

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 2,673

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,642 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,732 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 4/9-8/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 15m total
  • Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 10m total
  • Cape Town to United Arab Emirates
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (AED 421 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 148 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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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 15 August 2026.
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Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/10

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 1/11

04:25-13:00

1 stop34h 35m

AED 2,680

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/9

13:50-03:10

1 stop11h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 19/9

04:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

AED 2,714

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

16:35-12:20

1 stop17h 45m

Dubai Intl

Thu 17/9

04:30-11:50

1 stop33h 20m

AED 2,732

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

08:50-03:10

2 stops16h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 14/9

04:25-17:30

2 stops15h 05m

AED 2,739

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

13:50-04:10

1 stop12h 20m

Dubai Intl

Mon 14/9

02:55-14:10

1 stop13h 15m

AED 2,809

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

13:50-04:10

1 stop12h 20m

Dubai Intl

Wed 16/9

04:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

AED 2,809

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/9

13:50-04:10

1 stop12h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sun 13/9

04:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

AED 2,809

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/12

00:55-00:50

1 stop21h 55m

Dubai Intl

Mon 4/1

02:30-23:00

1 stop22h 30m

AED 2,937

Cape TownAbu Dhabi

CPT Cape Town Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/10

13:15-10:55

1 stop19h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 26/10

04:25-22:00

3 stops19h 35m

AED 3,114
Fastest return journey

Cape TownDubai

CPT Cape Town Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

CPTDXB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

18:25-05:50

Nonstop9h 25m

Dubai Intl

Mon 21/9

09:10-16:40

Nonstop9h 30m

AED 3,231

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 2,434). Flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,088). 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 15 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 August 2026.

The most flights from CPT to AE0 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How often are flights from Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Cape Town and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 129 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 15 August 2026.
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
3,655 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
South African
7.6
Good
63 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,739 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,025 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 274 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 2,680, Etihad Airways can have you in United Arab Emirates from Cape Town in 11h 20m. The distance from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates is about 7524 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as AED 1,131. Users have also found prices from AED 1,463 and AED 1,652 on Emirates and South African, respectively.

  • 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 (97%), Emirates (92%) and South African (92%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay AED 2,222 for a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates. The cheapest flight overall is AED 1,731 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Dubai Intl) is currently priced at AED 2,288.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates (average of AED 2,434). Flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,088). 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 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to United Arab Emirates. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 15 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 2,081AverageAED 2,555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 2,091AverageAED 2,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,547AverageAED 2,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,830AverageAED 3,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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