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

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, and Egyptair are the most popular carriers operating from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Cape Town Intl

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 38% 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.

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 August 2025, there are 3 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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4:25 - 14:35AUH-CPT

12h 10m1 stop

13:50 - 3:10CPT-AUH

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R9 769Ethiopian Air

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13:50 - 3:10CPT-AUH

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4:25 - 13:45AUH-CPT

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Ethiopian Air flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

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Ethiopian Air

Sept 4

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

12h 10m

1 stop

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Sept 7

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

AUH3:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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Ethiopian Air

Sept 28

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

12h 10m

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CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Oct 5

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

11h 20m

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Sept 15

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11h 20m

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CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

Oct 12

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

AUH3:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R10 015

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Qatar Airways

Nov 6

AUH22:30Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20h 55m

1 stop

CPT17:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 13

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

20h 15m

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AUH10:50Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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Sept 28

AUH22:45Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

26h 05m

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CPT22:50Cape Town Intl

Oct 5

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

13h 25m

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R12 703

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Nov 6

AUH23:40Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

19h 45m

1 stop

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Nov 13

CPT7:00Cape Town Intl

18h 50m

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AUH3:50Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R12 808

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1 stop12h 10m

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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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4:25-14:35

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1 stop11h 20m

R10 225

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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 28/8

4:25-14:35

1 stop12h 10m

Cape Town Intl

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13:50-3:10

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R10 419

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AUH - CPT

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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 6/11

22:30-17:25

1 stop20h 55m

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12:35-10:50

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R11 736

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2:10-9:45

1 stop33h 35m

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1 stop23h 20m

R12 228

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Sun 28/9

22:45-22:50

2 stops26h 05m

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13:00-4:25

1 stop13h 25m

R12 703

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AUH - CPT

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1 stop19h 45m

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R12 808

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13:00-4:25

1 stop13h 25m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Abu Dhabi, with most prices found around R12 000. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of January, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R12 211.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R11 485. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Saturday is R17 382.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town in the morning for as low as R12 738. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R15 040 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 R15 041 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 174 on momondo.

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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Best price found	R6 852
Fastest flight time	11h 20m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Abu Dhabi in the past 72 hours is R6 852. The best return flight deal from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R9 769.

The fastest flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town takes 11h 20m

There are no direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.

There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

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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 20m.
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 August 2025, there are 3 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 78% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Emirates at 11% and Ethiopian Air at 11%.

Best airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 863	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 827 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 202	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 608 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R15 650	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 315 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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