$399+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB) to Cape Town (CPT)
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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CPT
May 22 — May 291
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 22, 2026.
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 April 22, 2026.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/611:00 pm
DXB
- CPT
1 stop13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/114:20 pm
CPT
- DXB
2 stops15h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$722
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/44:00 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops14h 20m
Air Tanzania
Thu 6/115:30 pm
CPT
- DXB
1 stop31h 00m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 4/19![Air Tanzania logo]()
$735
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/110:50 pm
DXB
- CPT
2 stops17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/156:55 pm
CPT
- DXB
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$739
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2011:25 pm
DXB
- CPT
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/69:55 am
CPT
- DXB
2 stops15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$751
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/14:00 am
DXB
- CPT
3 stops15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Sun 11/156:55 pm
CPT
- DXB
1 stop29h 35m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 4/18![Air Tanzania logo]()
$755
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/44:00 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/111:15 pm
CPT
- DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$765
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2411:00 pm
DXB
- CPT
1 stop13h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/37:00 am
CPT
- DXB
2 stops18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/21![Qatar Airways logo]()
$805
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/44:00 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/146:25 pm
CPT
- DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$813
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1610:25 pm
DXB
- CPT
2 stops18h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/1912:35 pm
CPT
- DXB
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$826
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2411:25 pm
DXB
- CPT
1 stop13h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/316:05 am
CPT
- DXB
2 stops19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/18![Qatar Airways logo]()
$835
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/111:45 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops31h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 7/71:15 pm
CPT
- DXB
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/19![Qatar Airways logo]()
$847
Best flights from Dubai to Cape TownDiscover 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 April 22, 2026.
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 April 22, 2026.
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2311:00 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops27h 55m
Oman Air
Sat 5/307:30 pm
CPT
- DXB
2 stops47h 55m
Oman Air
Deal found 4/21![Oman Air logo]()
$929
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/63:45 am
DXB
- CPT
Nonstop9h 45m
Emirates
Thu 5/141:15 pm
CPT
- DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 4/21![Emirates logo]()
$940
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/910:20 pm
DXB
- CPT
2 stops40h 35m
Oman Air
Tue 6/161:15 pm
CPT
- DXB
2 stops30h 10m
Oman Air
Deal found 4/19![Oman Air logo]()
$944
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/193:45 am
DXB
- CPT
Nonstop9h 45m
Emirates
Sun 5/246:25 pm
CPT
- DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 4/19![Emirates logo]()
$968
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/95:10 pm
DXB
- CPT
2 stops21h 45m
Oman Air
Sun 5/177:30 pm
CPT
- DXB
2 stops46h 20m
Oman Air
Deal found 4/20![Oman Air logo]()
$965
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/89:10 am
DXB
- CPT
Nonstop9h 30m
Emirates
Tue 6/91:15 pm
CPT
- DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 4/18![Emirates logo]()
$968
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2211:00 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops27h 55m
Oman Air
Sun 5/317:30 pm
CPT
- DXB
2 stops36h 20m
Oman Air
Deal found 4/20![Oman Air logo]()
$965
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/45:10 pm
DXB
- CPT
2 stops21h 45m
Oman Air
Thu 6/117:30 pm
CPT
- DXB
2 stops23h 55m
Oman Air
Deal found 4/19![Oman Air logo]()
$965
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/268:40 pm
DXB
- CPT
2 stops39h 35m
Oman Air
Sat 8/81:15 pm
CPT
- DXB
2 stops30h 10m
Oman Air
Deal found 4/22![Oman Air logo]()
$967
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/85:10 pm
DXB
- CPT
2 stops21h 45m
Oman Air
Tue 6/97:30 pm
CPT
- DXB
2 stops36h 20m
Oman Air
Deal found 4/21![Oman Air logo]()
$972
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/208:40 pm
DXB
- CPT
2 stops42h 30m
Oman Air
Sun 5/247:30 pm
CPT
- DXB
2 stops46h 20m
Oman Air
Deal found 4/22![Oman Air logo]()
$974
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1110:20 pm
DXB
- CPT
2 stops40h 35m
Oman Air
Mon 5/187:30 pm
CPT
- DXB
2 stops45h 25m
Oman Air
Deal found 4/22![Oman Air logo]()
$974
Last-minute flights from Dubai to Cape TownDiscover last-minute flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town. Data last updated April 22, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town. Data last updated April 22, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/234:25 am
DXB
- CPT
1 stop11h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 5/61:50 pm
CPT
- DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/20![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$947
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/310:20 pm
DXB
- CPT
2 stops40h 35m
Oman Air
Sat 6/67:30 pm
CPT
- DXB
2 stops46h 20m
Oman Air
Deal found 4/19![Oman Air logo]()
$965
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/63:45 am
DXB
- CPT
Nonstop9h 45m
Emirates
Thu 5/141:15 pm
CPT
- DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 4/21![Emirates logo]()
$940
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/84:25 am
DXB
- CPT
1 stop11h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 5/161:50 pm
CPT
- DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/20![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$926
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/93:45 am
DXB
- CPT
Nonstop9h 45m
Emirates
Fri 5/156:25 pm
CPT
- DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 4/20![Emirates logo]()
$920
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/103:45 am
DXB
- CPT
Nonstop9h 45m
Emirates
Mon 5/181:15 pm
CPT
- DXB
Nonstop9h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 4/21![Emirates logo]()
$930
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/114:25 am
DXB
- CPT
1 stop11h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/181:50 pm
CPT
- DXB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/20![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$913
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1111:20 pm
DXB
- CPT
1 stop13h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/186:25 pm
CPT
- DXB
Nonstop9h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$957
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/167:55 pm
DXB
- CPT
2 stops43h 15m
Oman Air
Sun 5/317:30 pm
CPT
- DXB
2 stops23h 55m
Oman Air
Deal found 4/22![Oman Air logo]()
$891
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/191:50 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/249:55 am
CPT
- DXB
2 stops20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$941
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2311:00 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops27h 55m
Oman Air
Sat 5/307:30 pm
CPT
- DXB
2 stops47h 55m
Oman Air
Deal found 4/21![Oman Air logo]()
$929
One-way flights from Dubai to Cape TownSearch for one-way flight options from Dubai to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Dubai to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/144:00 am
DXB
- CPT
3 stops38h 20m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 4/22![Air Tanzania logo]()
$399
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/234:00 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$527
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/164:00 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$529
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/131:50 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$539
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/261:50 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$560
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/301:50 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$589
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/241:50 am
DXB
- CPT
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$591
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/15:10 pm
DXB
- CPT
2 stops43h 05m
Oman Air
Deal found 4/21![Oman Air logo]()
$609
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/165:30 pm
DXB
- CPT
3 stops22h 05m
SAUDIA
Deal found 4/22![SAUDIA logo]()
$616
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/144:25 am
DXB
- CPT
1 stop11h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/22![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$633
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/152:55 am
DXB
- CPT
1 stop12h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/22![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$634
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/272:55 am
DXB
- CPT
1 stop12h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/19![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$636
Find flight deals from Dubai to Cape Town
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $722 (Priceline) |
One-way from | $399 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $933 |
Good one-way deal | $685 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Cape Town 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Cape Town that are best for you.
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Route
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DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Sat 5/23
11:00 am-12:55 pm
2 stops27h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 5/30
7:30 pm-9:25 pm
2 stops47h 55m
$929
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Wed 5/6
3:45 am-11:30 am
Nonstop9h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 5/14
1:15 pm-12:35 am
Nonstop9h 20m
$940
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Tue 6/9
10:20 pm-12:55 pm
2 stops40h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 6/16
1:15 pm-9:25 pm
2 stops30h 10m
$944
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Sat 5/9
5:10 pm-12:55 pm
2 stops21h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 5/17
7:30 pm-7:50 pm
2 stops46h 20m
$965
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Fri 5/22
11:00 am-12:55 pm
2 stops27h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 5/31
7:30 pm-9:50 am
2 stops36h 20m
$965
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Thu 6/4
5:10 pm-12:55 pm
2 stops21h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 6/11
7:30 pm-9:25 pm
2 stops23h 55m
$965
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Sun 7/26
8:40 pm-10:15 am
2 stops39h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 8/8
1:15 pm-9:25 pm
2 stops30h 10m
$967
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Tue 5/19
3:45 am-11:30 am
Nonstop9h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 5/24
6:25 pm-5:50 am
Nonstop9h 25m
$968
Quickest round-trip
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Fri 5/8
9:10 am-4:40 pm
Nonstop9h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 6/9
1:15 pm-12:35 am
Nonstop9h 20m
$968
DubaiCape Town
DXB - CPT
DXBCPT
Dubai Intl
Fri 5/8
5:10 pm-12:55 pm
2 stops21h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 6/9
7:30 pm-9:50 am
2 stops36h 20m
$972
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 April.
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dubai to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on April 17, 2026.
The best time to book flights from Dubai to Cape Town is 27 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Cape Town (average of $695). Flying from Dubai to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,093). 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?
Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
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 often are flights from Dubai to Cape Town delayed?
About 11% of weekly flights between Dubai and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 126 minutes.
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 11% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Dubai to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Dubai to Cape Town on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Dubai to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Addis Ababa (ADD) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $607.
What’s the fastest layover option from Dubai to Cape Town?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Dubai to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 11h 45m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Dubai to Cape Town?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Dubai to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 53m.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated April 22, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andQatar Airways 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.
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Apr 2026
DXB - MIA
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Apr 2026
DXB - MIA
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Apr 2026
DXB - MIA
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Apr 2026
DXB - MIA
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Crew
8.3
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Apr 2026
DXB - MIA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$464 | Average$630 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$585 | Average$652 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$846 | Average$959 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,053 | Average$1,185 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time78% |