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$431+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB) to Cape Town (CPT)

DXB — CPT
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sun 11/29
Sun 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Cape Town

Mon 11/1610:50 pm -
2 stops17h 10m
Thu 11/1912:35 pm -
1 stop30h 40m
Deal found 10/28$694
Sun 11/110:50 pm -
1 stop13h 40m
Mon 11/169:55 am -
2 stops22h 30m
Deal found 10/28$704
Sun 11/110:25 pm -
1 stop14h 05m
Wed 11/113:20 pm -
2 stops17h 05m
Deal found 10/29$706
Mon 11/211:55 am -
1 stop24h 35m
Mon 11/169:55 am -
2 stops22h 30m
Deal found 10/30$711
Tue 11/175:20 am -
2 stops17h 10m
Fri 11/2712:35 pm -
1 stop21h 05m
Deal found 10/30$760
Sun 11/12:10 pm -
1 stop26h 00m
Wed 11/111:50 pm -
1 stop12h 20m
Deal found 10/29$761

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$694
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$431
(Jetabroad)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$916
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DubaiCape Town

DXB Dubai Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Mon 11/30

6:55 am-11:35 pm

2 stops18h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$487

DubaiCape Town

DXB Dubai Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/10

3:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$557
Quickest round-trip

DubaiCape Town

DXB Dubai Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Wed 11/4

4:25 am-2:10 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$557

DubaiCape Town

DXB Dubai Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Thu 12/31

6:55 am-8:40 am

2 stops27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$564

DubaiCape Town

DXB Dubai Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sat 12/12

12:50 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$593

DubaiCape Town

DXB Dubai Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sun 12/13

8:50 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$593

DubaiCape Town

DXB Dubai Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Sun 11/29

2:20 am-6:00 am

1 stop29h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$601

DubaiCape Town

DXB Dubai Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/1

4:25 am-2:10 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$601

DubaiCape Town

DXB Dubai Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Tue 2/2

4:25 am-2:10 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$601

DubaiCape Town

DXB Dubai Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DXBCPT

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/28

4:25 am-2:10 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-2:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$601

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Dubai-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Cape Town

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 63 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town (average of $818). Flying from Dubai to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,096). 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?

When flying from Dubai to Cape Town, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 $695 and $1,048 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $694 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 16-Nov 19).

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Expert on CPT

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DXB

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andEthiopian Air 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
3,686 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,686 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,686 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
South African
7.7
Good
66 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,686 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Ethiopian Air
7.1
Good
1,042 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,686 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.

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  • 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 7 daily flights to Cape Town from 3 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 4 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 20h 35m. Fly via Qatar Airways or Oman Air 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 $549. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are South African, from $867, and Emirates, from $883. Ethiopian Air is priced at 42% 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 Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $463. Users have also found prices from $532 and $641 on South African 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 (98%), Emirates (67%) or South African (67%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town (average of $818). Flying from Dubai to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,096). 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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