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Frequently Asked Questions

When are flight tickets from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB) the cheapest?

Airlines adjust prices for flights from Cape Town to Dubai based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How much do flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB) cost?

According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $908.
How long does it take to fly from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB) and what is the distance?

It takes around 9 hours 27 minutes to fly from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB).
What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Dubai?
- The distance from Dubai Intl. Airport to downtown is about 11 km. It takes about 30 minutes by taxi.
- The distance from Al Maktoum International Airport to downtown is about 37 km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB)?

Airlines with flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB): Emirates and South African Airways.

How to find a cheap flight from Cape Town to Dubai

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Being flexible with your dates to get the cheapest Cape Town to Dubai ticket.

Tap "Date" on flight search bar to scan through the calender for Cape Town to Dubai airfare over next 6 months in 2025. If you would like to fly in next 3 months, it seems the cheapest date is on Wed, May 14 at US$464 for one-way flights.

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Our extensive search allows you to compare prices from over 500 airlines to choose the cheapest flight tickets from Cape Town to Dubai. The cheapest airline operating is South African Airways.

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Cape Town to Dubai Flight Information

Cheapest one-way flight price	$376
Cheapest round-trip ticket price	$787
Off-season for travel	January
Peak season for travel	December
Flight distance	7,643.54 km
Average flight time	9 hours 27 minutes
Popular airline	South African Airlink