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AED 1,348 Find cheap flights from Dubai to Cape Town

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Cheap flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town (DXB-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Dubai to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Dubai to Cape Town.
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04:25 - 14:30DXB-CPT
12h 05m1 stop
13:50 - 02:55CPT-DXB
11h 05m1 stop
AED 2,060Ethiopian Air
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Wed, 22 Jan - Thu, 30 Jan
04:25 - 14:30DXB-CPT
12h 05m1 stop
13:50 - 02:55CPT-DXB
11h 05m1 stop
AED 2,064Ethiopian Air
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Tue, 11 Mar - Thu, 20 Mar
05:20 - 17:25DXB-CPT
14h 05m1 stop
12:35 - 03:50CPT-DXB
13h 15m1 stop
AED 2,152Qatar Airways
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Wed, 5 Feb - Wed, 12 Feb
13:25 - 17:25DXB-CPT
30h 00m1 stop
12:35 - 03:50CPT-DXB
13h 15m1 stop
AED 2,163Qatar Airways
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Thu, 23 Jan - Thu, 30 Jan
02:00 - 19:00DXB-CPT
19h 00m2 stops
06:15 - 00:30CPT-DXB
16h 15m2 stops
AED 2,387
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Sun, 2 Mar - Mon, 17 Mar
02:00 - 19:00DXB-CPT
19h 00m2 stops
07:00 - 00:30CPT-DXB
15h 30m2 stops
AED 2,395
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Sun, 2 Mar - Mon, 17 Mar
02:00 - 13:35DXB-CPT
13h 35m2 stops
14:25 - 00:30CPT-DXB
32h 05m2 stops
AED 2,615Kenya Airways
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Wed, 22 Jan - Thu, 30 Jan
00:55 - 12:45DXB-CPT
13h 50m1 stop
23:00 - 23:25CPT-DXB
22h 25m1 stop
AED 2,765Kenya Airways
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Fri, 25 Apr - Tue, 6 May
03:50 - 11:40DXB-CPT
9h 50mdirect
13:40 - 01:05CPT-DXB
9h 25mdirect
AED 3,122Emirates
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Sun, 2 Mar - Mon, 17 Mar
09:10 - 16:45DXB-CPT
9h 35mdirect
18:25 - 05:55CPT-DXB
9h 30mdirect
AED 3,173Emirates
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Mon, 3 Mar - Mon, 17 Mar

Flights from Dubai to Cape Town - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Dubai to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Cape Town?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Dubai to Cape Town clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Cape Town on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Dubai to Cape Town. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Dubai to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai to Cape Town is May, where tickets cost AED 2,560 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is AED 4,436 and AED 3,584 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Dubai to Cape Town?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at AED 2,261 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Dubai to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Dubai to Cape Town, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

High season

December

Cheapest flight

AED 1,348
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (42% more expensive on average)
Flight from Dubai to Cape Town

When to book flights from Dubai to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Dubai to Cape Town

  • What is the cheapest flight from Dubai to Cape Town?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Dubai to Cape Town was AED 367 for a one-way ticket and AED 561 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Dubai to Cape Town?

    Dubai airport is called Dubai Intl and the only airport in Cape Town is Cape Town Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Dubai to Cape Town?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Dubai to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Dubai and Cape Town.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Dubai to Cape Town?

    There are direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Dubai to Cape Town, Emirates or South African?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Dubai to Cape Town are Emirates and South African. With an average price for the route of AED 3,409 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. South African is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of AED 4,390 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Dubai to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Dubai to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from Dubai is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to Dubai with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Dubai to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from Dubai up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Dubai to Cape Town

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for AED 2,613 or less one-way and AED 4,165 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct from Dubai Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl

Monday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Tuesday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Wednesday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Thursday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Friday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Saturday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Sunday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

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Direct returns

Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl

Monday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Tuesday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Wednesday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Thursday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Friday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Saturday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Sunday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

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Top 5 airlines serving from Dubai to Cape Town

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Dubai to Cape Town. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Dubai to Cape Town? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3455 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.2Entertainment
8.0Comfort
8.3Crew
7.9Food
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Delayed, Bad American style food (not tasty, horrible cheese for a flight to France). Incompetent cabin crew (I asked how to connect by cable my headphones and the flight attendant suggested me Bluetooth which is not available). Good space

6.0 GoodJean, Dec 2024DXB - NCE
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Delayed, Bad American style food (not tasty, horrible cheese for a flight to France). Incompetent cabin crew (I asked how to connect by cable my headphones and the flight attendant suggested me Bluetooth which is not available). Good space

Flight was pathetic, felt like a old plane was modified and brought in service. Didnt like the aircraft at all. Crew and services were good.but aircraft totally dissappointment.

Emirates is always a pleasure to travel on. From the spectacular First and Business Class configurations of your big A380 and 777, to the Bar Lounge to, of course, your impecable on board flight attendance and their iconic uniform, now also even available for young girls. All the destinations that Emirates offers makes it an airline of choice many a time.

Loved everything! This flight had premium economy and I didn't see an option to upgraded to premium economy OR buy premium economy tickets. How come?

Some Crew were distinguishably fake in their interactions with passengers.

We was missed the flight They doesn’t lest us fly next flight without payment They charge me 606 hundred dollars What is very unacceptable,our first fight ticket was almost 2000 dollars, again paid 700 it’s hurt … airlines need to do something please

Enough vegetarian food was not available on the flight for all vegetarian guests on the plane. Crew did not adequately handle this experience

Boarding was a mess, no one managing the queues. I got my meal as the pilot announced starting commencing descent and basic drink not available. No air bridge so takes forever to deplane the A380 onto buses.

We boarded via a mobile gate in Dubai. I don't care for the bus ride from the gate to the plane

The flight was nice and on time. The comfort can be slightly better in business class

Flight was on time Seats ( business class) are terrible- you keep on slipping down as it doesn’t lie flat Food service is like economy class. Meals ( still wrapped in plastic) are just dropped in front of you

On time flight; otherwise not impressed by the check- in- purchased business class and the aircraft was downgraded; no refund given for the difference. Told I could access the lounge due to the above and was questioned by the lounge check- in person who was not friendly

Flight was cancelled with no notification until I reached the check-in desk at the airport. I also got downgraded and they lost my luggage.

Very bad. Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

Very bad, Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

The flight SA227 on 2nd March Sao Paulo to Cape Town was delayed by 3 hours. All other flights leaving Sao Paulo left on time. We were told that we were waiting for push back and a routing from Air traffic control. I don't believe this, what was the real reason for the flight delay?

I think more immigration officers at Or Tambo- I spent 90 mins in a queue before I can assisted and most people missed their appointments and meetings

Not sure it was a basic airline so nothing much to like but what was annoying was they delayed so much we missed our connecting flight and we had to almost fight to be out on the next flight and also even get food

Everything the crew werr nice and helpful plus the food was good

First row in business class is terrible - no storage space with video screen folded down between seats. Entertainment system didn't show flight info...

Aircraft was spacious compared to American Airlines, food was great, entertainment was much better with a wide variety of options, and the crew was very polite.

Qatar Airways in-flight first/business class service is superior to any US airline; excellent meals are served on short haul flights such as between DXB and DOH.

Was downgraded from business to economy due to a faulty seat in business class. However when I boarded the plane there were no less than 5 free business class seats. Will never fly Qatar Airways again

The overall flight experience between Doha and Kolkata was satisfactory. The staff onboard were notably engaged, responsive, and enthusiastic, providing a level of service that stood out, especially when compared to the less attentive crew on the earlier leg from Heathrow to Doha. Their eagerness to assist made the journey more pleasant. Additionally, the time spent at the Silver Lounge in Doha contributed positively to the experience. The lounge offered a comfortable and relaxing environment, with adequate amenities and attentive staff. Overall, both the flight and the lounge experience in Doha met expectations, making for a smooth and satisfactory travel experience.

The rows of seats in economy class are seriously close to one another making eating and resting just about impossible - there is hardly any legroom. Anyone larger than average size would have an incredibly uncomfortable flight. I had to basically share my seat with the lady passenger next to me as she was too big to fit into her allotted seat.

Noice cancelling headphones would be better since it’s a crowded plane And kids behaviors are unavoidable

Flight was fine overall. What you would expect from economy seats. I did appreciate the amenities (eyemask, earplugs, small toothbrush and toothpaste, thin socks).

I had first class service from them. A little late taking off, but no major problem

I staff or crew they were very friendly and humbly, they done theirs service very well, I appreciate them and thank you to the company or Qatar 🇶🇦 Government for providing as good service in their flight ,once again, thank you 😊 🙏 😀 😉 👍

The staff at the check in lied. I requested aisle seats he said he gave me aisle seats. In actuality he only gave me aisle seat for 2 hour Karachi to Doha flight. From Doha to Dallas flight he gave me middle seat .

Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

Pros: "Seat reclining was good. Fleece blankets were warm"
Cons: "Blankets had a really bad smell Food options were very limited - even bread was eggless"
Pros: "Helpful friendly crew, reasonable ticket prices."
Cons: "Luggage was delayed by 24 hours, customer service desk in Johannesburg EXTREMELY helpful, in Kigali they were clueless. Transit area very crowded, humid and stuffy."

I felt all of the food tasted the same. And we had five meals over the 16 hrs in the air.

The use of a domestic carrier without entertainment was disappointing and a let down

Plane was late with no information or announcement … had to walk up n downstairs.., had not communicated this … and ppl had suitcase to carry .

Like: It arrived, Dislike: Boarding was a separate corridor with no counter announcements at the passenger waiting area. Very dirty airplane and toilets, food options were terrible - everything even the vegetarian option was a curry spice. Many other passengers using the toilets would not lock the door and kept door partially open during use - flight attendants would not enforce or direct them to lock it and light turns on, no entertainment options at all, other passengers would be singing and not peaceful. Atrocious flight experience.

There where no ear phones provided and the food needs to improve.

The food needs to improve especially the fish as there where only 3 fish cubes in my plate.

I have been flew with ET since 2013 and I wish the service can be reach standard airlines as Star Alliance member please ET you need to improve many thing on the services learn from SQ and other member

Boarding was delayed and people were just sitting there like lost.

Good was great, but no vegetarian option: only beef or chicken. In business class please add a vegetarian option. Thanks

The boarding area was too small with only one agent checking passengers into their standing bus

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
10/2Mon
2 stops
15h 35mDXB-CPT
AED 1,348
19/1Sun
2 stops
19h 00mDXB-CPT
AED 1,352
4/5Sun
1 stopEthiopian Air
12h 05mDXB-CPT
AED 1,436
11/3Tue
1 stopEthiopian Air
12h 05mDXB-CPT
AED 1,535
26/1Sun
1 stopQatar Airways
14h 05mDXB-CPT
AED 1,704
14/3Fri
1 stopQatar Airways
14h 05mDXB-CPT
AED 1,733
7/2Fri
directEmirates
9h 50mDXB-CPT
AED 2,262
13/3Thu
directEmirates
9h 35mDXB-CPT
AED 2,365
25/1Sat
directSouth African
9h 50mDXB-CPT
AED 2,630
13/1Mon
directSouth African
9h 50mDXB-CPT
AED 2,677

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Last minute flights from Dubai to Cape Town

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Dubai to Cape Town that are departing in the next 10 days.
10/12Tue
multi-stopQatar Airways
31h 35mDXB-CPT
30/1Thu
multi-stopQatar Airways
13h 15mCPT-DXB
AED 2,372
10/12Tue
multi-stopQatar Airways
31h 35mDXB-CPT
31/1Fri
multi-stopQatar Airways
13h 15mCPT-DXB
AED 2,483
8/12Sun
multi-stopEthiopian Air
11h 20mDXB-CPT
30/1Thu
multi-stopEthiopian Air
11h 05mCPT-DXB
AED 2,497
8/12Sun
multi-stopEthiopian Air
11h 20mDXB-CPT
25/1Sat
multi-stopEthiopian Air
22h 25mCPT-DXB
AED 2,747
6/12Fri
multi-stopKenya Airways
32h 00mDXB-CPT
13/12Fri
multi-stopKenya Airways
37h 15mCPT-DXB
AED 3,382
10/12Tue
multi-stopKenya Airways
13h 35mDXB-CPT
31/1Fri
multi-stopKenya Airways
13h 15mCPT-DXB
AED 3,570
6/12Fri
multi-stopSouth African
30h 40mDXB-CPT
13/12Fri
directSouth African
9h 30mCPT-DXB
AED 3,919
10/12Tue
directEmirates
9h 50mDXB-CPT
27/1Mon
directEmirates
9h 25mCPT-DXB
AED 3,996
10/12Tue
directEmirates
9h 50mDXB-CPT
31/1Fri
directEmirates
9h 30mCPT-DXB
AED 4,036
6/12Fri
directSouth African
9h 35mDXB-CPT
13/12Fri
directSouth African
9h 25mCPT-DXB
AED 4,345

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