Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

South African, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways 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 34% 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 and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers 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 September 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.

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2:10 - 21:15AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

19:35 - 19:45CPT Cape Town Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

22h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 154Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Nov 1

2:10 - 16:45AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

14:15 - 19:45CPT Cape Town Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

27h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 707Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 13

4:25 - 14:10AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 3:10CPT Cape Town Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R10 788Ethiopian Air

Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 9

4:25 - 14:10AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 3:10CPT Cape Town Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R10 804Ethiopian Air

Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 28

4:25 - 14:10AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 3:10CPT Cape Town Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R10 820Ethiopian Air

Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 25

15:00 - 14:10AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 15:25CPT Cape Town Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

23h 35m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Riyadh King Khaled Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

R13 014Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 28

9:10 - 14:10AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

17:25 - 19:45CPT Cape Town Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

24h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 062Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 9

23:40 - 14:35AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:35 - 10:50CPT Cape Town Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R15 191Qatar Airways

Wed, Mar 17 - Sun, Mar 21

23:40 - 16:30AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

12:35 - 10:50CPT Cape Town Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R15 288Qatar Airways

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

17:55 - 14:35AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:35 - 10:50CPT Cape Town Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R15 369Qatar Airways

Wed, Mar 17 - Sun, Mar 21

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Ethiopian Air flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Abu Dhabi to Cape Town flight tickets

Ethiopian Air

Nov 1

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Nov 9

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

AUH3:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R10 788

Ethiopian Air

Oct 15

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Oct 28

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

AUH3:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R10 804

Ethiopian Air

Oct 18

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Oct 25

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

AUH3:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R10 820

Qatar Airways flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Abu Dhabi to Cape Town flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Mar 17

AUH23:40Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

16h 55m

2 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Mar 21

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

20h 15m

1 stop

AUH10:50Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R15 191

Qatar Airways

Dec 3

AUH23:40Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18h 50m

2 stops

CPT16:30Cape Town Intl

Dec 6

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

20h 15m

1 stop

AUH10:50Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R15 288

Qatar Airways

Mar 17

AUH17:55Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

22h 40m

2 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Mar 21

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

20h 15m

1 stop

AUH10:50Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R15 369

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Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 18/10

2:10-21:15

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/11

19:35-19:45

1 stop22h 10m

R10 154

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 11/10

2:10-16:45

1 stop16h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/10

14:15-19:45

1 stop27h 30m

R10 707

Fastest return journey

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 1/11

4:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/11

13:50-3:10

1 stop11h 20m

R10 788

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 15/10

4:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/10

13:50-3:10

1 stop11h 20m

R10 804

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 18/10

4:25-14:10

1 stop11h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/10

13:50-3:10

1 stop11h 20m

R10 820

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 15/10

15:00-14:10

2 stops25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/10

13:50-15:25

3 stops23h 35m

R13 014

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 3/10

9:10-14:10

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/10

17:25-19:45

1 stop24h 20m

R13 062

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 17/3

23:40-14:35

2 stops16h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/3

12:35-10:50

1 stop20h 15m

R15 191

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 3/12

23:40-16:30

2 stops18h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/12

12:35-10:50

1 stop20h 15m

R15 288

Abu DhabiCape Town

AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AUHCPT

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 17/3

17:55-14:35

2 stops22h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/3

12:35-10:50

1 stop20h 15m

R15 369

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

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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 R12 063 to R16 580.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R10 154.

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 300. 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 R10 967.

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 677 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 R9 959 on momondo.

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

As of September 2026, prices for Abu Dhabi to Cape Town flights are approximately 15% more expensive 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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Cheap Abu Dhabi to Cape Town (AUH to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Best price found	R5 670
Fastest flight time	11h 45m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Abu Dhabi in the past 72 hours is R5 670. The best return flight deal from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 154.

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 September 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 Ethiopian Air, representing 63% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Qatar Airways at 37%.

Best airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 607	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 041 reviews		Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 141	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 731 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights

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