Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 53m.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Dubai to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

What’s the fastest layover option from Dubai to Cape Town?

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 11h 52m.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to Cape Town flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

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

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to Cape Town flights?

Over the last year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

Doha (DOH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $663.

How often are flights from Dubai to Cape Town delayed?

About 7% of weekly flights between Dubai and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 100 minutes.

How popular is this Dubai to Cape Town flight route?

This flight path from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl was viewed by 10 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 Dubai to Cape Town?

There are many flights that can get you from Dubai to Cape Town in 12h 10m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 4747 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dubai to Cape Town round-trip from $464. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from $580, and Emirates, from $813. Ethiopian Air is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

For one-way options, check prices for Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $293. Users have also found prices from $421 and $626 on Qatar Airways and Emirates, respectively.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Cape Town

The most flights from DXB to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $641. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for $712 on average, our data indicates $887 when flying from Dubai to Cape Town.

What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Cape Town?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Dubai to Cape Town consider choosing Condor (92%), Emirates (79%) or South African (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

South African, Ethiopian Air and Emirates are the most popular airlines when flying from Dubai to Cape Town.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Dubai-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Dubai-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dubai-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Dubai-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Dubai-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Cape Town Intl is the airport most travelers 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 5 daily flights to Cape Town from 4 different airlines. 9h 35m is how long a flight from Dubai to Cape Town Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Cape Town?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

$466+ Flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Cape Town

Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Dubai to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Dubai to Cape Town flights typically cost between $987 and $1,289 in January. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $687 on Qatar Airways (Jan 19-Feb 1).

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

Fri 12/265:40 amDXB - CPT

1 stop33h 20mEthiopian Air

Sat 1/31:50 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/16

$1,709

Tue 12/234:25 amDXB - CPT

2 stops16h 30mEthiopian Air

Sat 1/31:50 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/16

$1,875

Thu 12/255:40 amDXB - CPT

1 stop34h 05mEthiopian Air

Sat 1/31:50 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/16

$1,884

Thu 12/187:30 pmDXB - CPT

2 stops20h 15mEthiopian Air

Mon 12/229:00 amCPT - DXB

2 stops39h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/16

$2,110

Wed 12/245:20 amDXB - CPT

2 stops16h 35mQatar Airways

Sat 1/32:00 pmCPT - DXB

2 stops19h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/16

$2,349

Fri 12/265:20 amDXB - CPT

2 stops19h 30mQatar Airways

Sat 1/37:00 amCPT - DXB

2 stops18h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/16

$2,379

Best flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 17, 2025.

Thu 1/2910:50 pmDXB - CPT

1 stop20h 35mQatar Airways

Tue 2/1712:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/17

$699

Tue 2/35:10 pmDXB - CPT

2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air

Thu 2/191:50 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/17

$799

Sun 2/110:50 pmDXB - CPT

1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways

Tue 2/1712:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/17

$699

Sun 1/255:20 amDXB - CPT

1 stop14h 05mQatar Airways

Thu 1/2912:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/15

$715

Sun 2/15:10 pmDXB - CPT

2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air

Fri 2/202:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop11h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/17

$800

Wed 1/284:25 amDXB - CPT

2 stops16h 30mEthiopian Air

Fri 2/202:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop11h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/17

$800

Sat 1/315:20 amDXB - CPT

1 stop14h 05mQatar Airways

Wed 2/186:55 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop13h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/17

$728

Mon 2/25:10 pmDXB - CPT

2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air

Thu 2/191:50 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/17

$800

Thu 1/2910:50 pmDXB - CPT

1 stop20h 35mQatar Airways

Sun 2/1512:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/17

$728

Thu 3/55:20 amDXB - CPT

1 stop14h 10mQatar Airways

Tue 3/177:00 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop14h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/17

$729

Fri 1/3011:55 amDXB - CPT

1 stop31h 30mQatar Airways

Fri 2/612:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/16

$738

Fri 3/135:20 amDXB - CPT

1 stop14h 05mQatar Airways

Sun 3/226:55 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop14h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/17

$767

Last-minute flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town. Data last updated December 17, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Thu 1/1511:55 amDXB - CPT

1 stop31h 30mQatar Airways

Wed 1/286:55 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop13h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/16

$693

Thu 1/1510:25 pmDXB - CPT

1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/284:20 pmCPT - DXB

2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$738

Mon 1/195:20 amDXB - CPT

1 stop14h 10mQatar Airways

Sun 2/112:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/17

$687

Sun 1/255:20 amDXB - CPT

1 stop14h 05mQatar Airways

Thu 1/2912:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/15

$715

Wed 1/284:25 amDXB - CPT

2 stops16h 30mEthiopian Air

Tue 2/171:50 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop12h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/17

$799

Thu 1/2910:50 pmDXB - CPT

1 stop20h 35mQatar Airways

Wed 2/1812:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/17

$699

Thu 1/2910:50 pmDXB - CPT

1 stop20h 35mQatar Airways

Fri 2/2012:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/17

$732

Fri 1/305:20 amDXB - CPT

1 stop14h 05mQatar Airways

Tue 2/177:00 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop13h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/17

$728

Fri 1/305:20 amDXB - CPT

1 stop14h 05mQatar Airways

Sun 2/1512:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/17

$759

Fri 1/305:20 amDXB - CPT

1 stop14h 05mQatar Airways

Fri 2/2012:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/17

$761

Fri 1/304:25 amDXB - CPT

2 stops16h 30mEthiopian Air

Fri 2/202:35 pmCPT - DXB

1 stop11h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/17

$800

One-way flights from Dubai to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Dubai to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 17, 2025.

Sun 1/2511:55 amDXB - CPT

1 stop31h 35mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/17

$466

Wed 12/246:55 amDXB - CPT

2 stops16h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$467

Thu 1/1511:55 amDXB - CPT

1 stop31h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/16

$469

Mon 1/195:20 amDXB - CPT

1 stop14h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/16

$479

Thu 1/155:10 pmDXB - CPT

2 stops17h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/16

$504

Sun 12/282:20 amDXB - CPT

3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$621

Fri 12/265:20 amDXB - CPT

1 stop14h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/16

$631

Thu 1/153:50 amDXB - CPT

Nonstop9h 50mEmirates

Deal found 12/15

$679

Find flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town

Most accurate provider	Justfly.com 3 stars
Most trusted provider	Justfly.com 3 stars
Round-trip from	$692 (Ethiopian Air)
One-way from	$429 (Mytrip)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	September
Average price	$1,144
Good round-trip deal	$1,039 or less
Good one-way deal	$658 or less

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($108 potential increase over avg. RT price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).

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Depart

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Price

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/29

10:50 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/17

12:35 pm-3:50 am

1 stop13h 15m

$699

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sun 2/1

10:50 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/17

12:35 pm-3:50 am

1 stop13h 15m

$699

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/25

5:20 am-5:25 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/29

12:35 pm-3:50 am

1 stop13h 15m

$715

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sat 1/31

5:20 am-5:25 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/18

6:55 pm-10:25 am

1 stop13h 30m

$728

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/29

10:50 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/15

12:35 pm-3:50 am

1 stop13h 15m

$728

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Thu 3/5

5:20 am-5:30 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/17

7:00 pm-11:40 am

1 stop14h 40m

$729

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Fri 1/30

11:55 am-5:25 pm

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/6

12:35 pm-3:50 am

1 stop13h 15m

$738

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Fri 3/13

5:20 am-5:25 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/22

6:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop14h 45m

$767

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Tue 2/3

5:10 pm-8:20 am

2 stops17h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/19

1:50 pm-2:55 am

1 stop11h 05m

$799

DubaiCape Town

DXB - CPT

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sun 2/1

5:10 pm-8:20 am

2 stops17h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/20

2:35 pm-4:10 am

1 stop11h 35m

$800

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Deals found on 12/17

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Compare providers for flights from Dubai to Cape Town

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town in December.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
Trip.com	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
SmartFares	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOair	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
oojo	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Dubai-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Dubai-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dubai-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dubai-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Dubai-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town

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

The best time to book flights from Dubai to Cape Town is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town (average of $450). Flying from Dubai to Cape Town in March is currently the most expensive (average of $592). 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 DXB to CPT?

It’s optimal to fly from Dubai to Cape Town in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 44% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Dubai to Cape Town?

The best insider tips for Dubai to Cape Town flights

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Airports

DXB

For a quick departure, use the Dubai Metro's Red Line to reach Terminals 1 and 3 swiftly, avoiding traffic delays.

CPT

Use Uber or Bolt for a convenient ride from CPT to Cape Town, offering various vehicle sizes for different luggage needs.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, and South African from Dubai to Cape Town 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

3,440 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,440 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,440 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,683 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,440 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

South African

7.4

Good

49 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,440 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

911 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,440 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

What airports do I use to fly from Dubai to Cape Town?
Cape Town Intl is the airport most travelers 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 5 daily flights to Cape Town from 4 different airlines. 9h 35m is how long a flight from Dubai to Cape Town Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.
How popular is this Dubai to Cape Town flight route?
This flight path from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl was viewed by 10 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 Dubai to Cape Town?
There are many flights that can get you from Dubai to Cape Town in 12h 10m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 4747 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Cape Town round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dubai to Cape Town round-trip from $464. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from $580, and Emirates, from $813. Ethiopian Air is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Cape Town one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $293. Users have also found prices from $421 and $626 on Qatar Airways and Emirates, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Cape Town?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Dubai to Cape Town consider choosing Condor (92%), Emirates (79%) or South African (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $641. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for $712 on average, our data indicates $887 when flying from Dubai to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dubai to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town 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 Dubai to Cape Town?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town (average of $450). Flying from Dubai to Cape Town in March is currently the most expensive (average of $592). 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 Dubai to Cape Town

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$464	Average$676	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$580	Average$642	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%
Emirates	Cheapest$813	Average$1,032	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
South African	Cheapest$1,053	Average$1,196	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%

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$466+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape TownExplore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.