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Cape Town.506 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 506 €, select.

Cape Town.520 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 520 €, select.

Cape Town.538 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Jan, returning Thu, 22 Jan.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 538 €, select.

Cape Town.539 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar, returning Sat, 14 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 539 €, select.

Cape Town.539 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Feb, returning Thu, 19 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 539 €, select.

Cape Town.541 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Thu, 5 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 541 €, select.

Cape Town.544 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Thu, 11 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 544 €, select.

Cape Town.544 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From 544 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Dubai to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dubai to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

Dubai to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	506 €
Cheapest month to fly	January
Average flight time	9 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airline	South African Airways
Average flights per week	42

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Cape Town is 506 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Dubai to Cape Town?

9 hours and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Cape Town.

Which airlines fly direct from Dubai to Cape Town?

South African Airways, Emirates and Condor fly direct from Dubai to Cape Town.

How many flights are there a week from Dubai to Cape Town?

As of December 2025, there are 42 flights per week flying from Dubai to Cape Town.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Cape Town?

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Cape Town is usually January.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Dubai to Cape Town Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dubai to Cape Town Airport on Monday, 26 January 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Dubai to Cape Town Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 42 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cape Town?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cape Town?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know

Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll catch your flight from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the main airports in Dubai.
Around 9 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Dubai to Cape Town International Airport flight.
Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours behind Dubai.
The busiest route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), with 14 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from DXB to CPT is the 3:50am Emirates service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 9:10am with Emirates.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Dubai to CPT. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

You can book a direct flight from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport leaving from DXB.
Emirates ranks first in bookings for flights from DXB to CPT.
Emirates tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 88.52% of services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to CPT. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai Airport (DXB). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
- O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
- Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
- King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, 74.31% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

Add a stopover to your journey at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). It's a key transfer point for flights from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) departing Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport.
You can arrive at DWC from the centre of Dubai in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to CPT flight:
56.64% of flights leaving Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport meet their expected arrival time.

About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and explore beyond Cape Town's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Dubai to Cape Town International Airport flight.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Right now, 295 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 506 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from Dubai to CPT by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for January. That's the best month for scoring cheap Dubai to Cape Town International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Dubai to CPT.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

June is when most people book flights from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Visit Cape Town in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Dubai to CPT plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cape Town to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Cape Town

When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cape Town right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Dubai to Cape Town International Airport:
Your trip to Cape Town won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that should be on your list include Table Mountain, Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock.

Explore more of South Africa

Saldanha is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cape Town. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha.
If you're ready to explore another corner of South Africa, head for Ceres, about 97 kilometres north-east of Cape Town. Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde are key highlights.