Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

South African, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Abu Dhabi according to our data. South African is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Cape Town Intl?

Etihad Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Cape Town Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

As of April 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R6 799 Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Abu Dhabi and Cape Town?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R14 381 to R10 815. The lowest price recently found on this route was R12 531.

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17:40 - 10:15

AUH

CPT

18h 35m

1 stop

15:20 - 4:25

CPT

AUH

35h 05m

2 stops

R12 531Qatar Airways

Sun, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 15

4:25 - 14:10

AUH

CPT

11h 45m

1 stop

13:50 - 3:10

CPT

AUH

11h 20m

1 stop

R12 798Etihad Airways

Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 19

4:25 - 13:00

AUH

CPT

34h 35m

1 stop

13:50 - 19:25

CPT

AUH

27h 35m

1 stop

R13 048Etihad Airways

Fri, May 15 - Thu, May 21

8:55 - 13:00

AUH

CPT

30h 05m

1 stop

15:10 - 19:25

CPT

AUH

26h 15m

1 stop

R13 214Etihad Airways

Fri, May 15 - Fri, May 22

4:25 - 14:10

AUH

CPT

11h 45m

1 stop

13:50 - 3:10

CPT

AUH

11h 20m

1 stop

R13 247Etihad Airways

Fri, May 15 - Fri, May 22

4:25 - 14:10

AUH

CPT

11h 45m

1 stop

13:50 - 19:25

CPT

AUH

27h 35m

1 stop

R13 364Etihad Airways

Sat, May 30 - Thu, Jun 4

4:25 - 14:10

AUH

CPT

11h 45m

1 stop

15:10 - 19:25

CPT

AUH

26h 15m

1 stop

R13 381Etihad Airways

Fri, Jul 24 - Sun, Sep 13

8:55 - 13:00

AUH

CPT

30h 05m

1 stop

13:50 - 3:10

CPT

AUH

11h 20m

1 stop

R13 414Etihad Airways

Fri, May 15 - Fri, May 22

4:25 - 14:10

AUH

CPT

11h 45m

1 stop

13:15 - 21:15

CPT

AUH

30h 00m

1 stop

R13 431Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jul 5 - Sun, Aug 2

4:25 - 14:10

AUH

CPT

11h 45m

1 stop

19:30 - 4:25

CPT

AUH

30h 55m

1 stop

R13 481Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jul 25 - Sun, Aug 16

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Etihad Airways flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

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Etihad Airways

May 9

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

May 19

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

AUH3:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R12 798

Etihad Airways

Apr 30

AUH8:55Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

31h 15m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

May 13

CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

26h 15m

1 stop

AUH19:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R12 981

Etihad Airways

May 15

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

May 21

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

27h 35m

1 stop

AUH19:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R13 048

Ethiopian Air flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

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Ethiopian Air

Jun 13

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

Jun 20

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

AUH3:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R14 447

Ethiopian Air

Jul 25

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Sept 11

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

AUH3:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R14 814

Ethiopian Air

Jul 5

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Aug 3

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

AUH3:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R14 897

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Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 13/9

17:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

15:20-4:25

2 stops35h 05m

R12 531

Fastest return journey

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 9/5

4:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

13:50-3:10

1 stop11h 20m

R12 798

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 15/5

4:25-13:00

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

13:50-19:25

1 stop27h 35m

R13 048

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 15/5

8:55-13:00

1 stop30h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

15:10-19:25

1 stop26h 15m

R13 214

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 15/5

4:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

13:50-3:10

1 stop11h 20m

R13 247

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 30/5

4:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

13:50-19:25

1 stop27h 35m

R13 364

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 24/7

4:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

15:10-19:25

1 stop26h 15m

R13 381

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 15/5

8:55-13:00

1 stop30h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

13:50-3:10

1 stop11h 20m

R13 414

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 5/7

4:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

13:15-21:15

1 stop30h 00m

R13 431

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH - CPT

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 25/7

4:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/8

19:30-4:25

1 stop30h 55m

R13 481

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Abu Dhabi and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Abu Dhabi, with most prices found around R10 765. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of November, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R11 081.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Abu Dhabi when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R12 655 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Abu Dhabi for as low as R11 315 on momondo.

How have Abu Dhabi to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for Abu Dhabi to Cape Town flights are approximately 3% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	11h 45m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town takes 11h 45m

There are no direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

How far is Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Cape Town Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Cape Town Intl is 7515,5 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 11h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of April 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town is Qatar Airways, representing 54% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Ethiopian Air at 46%.

Best airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 431	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 003 reviews		Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 366	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 724 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights

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