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, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways 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 May 2026, 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.

R6 882 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 R16 549 to R10 979. The lowest price recently found on this route was R10 833.

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22:45 - 17:30

AUH

CPT

20h 45m

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18:25 - 4:25

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32h 00m

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R10 833Qatar Airways

Thu, Jun 25 - Sun, Jul 5

17:40 - 17:30

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CPT

25h 50m

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7:00 - 4:25

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AUH

19h 25m

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R11 221Qatar Airways

Thu, Jul 2 - Mon, Jul 6

22:30 - 12:40

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16h 10m

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12:35 - 10:50

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20h 15m

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R11 464Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

5:20 - 17:25

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14h 05m

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6:05 - 3:50

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19h 45m

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R11 480Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

12:25 - 17:30

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31h 05m

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9:00 - 4:25

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17h 25m

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R11 594Qatar Airways

Thu, Jul 2 - Sat, Jul 11

5:45 - 22:50

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R11 691Qatar Airways

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25

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R12 096Qatar Airways

Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 24

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R12 161Qatar Airways

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

5:45 - 17:30

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9:55 - 3:50

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R12 193Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

4:25 - 14:10

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11h 45m

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12:35 - 20:55

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30h 20m

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R12 549Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25

Qatar Airways flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

Jun 25

AUH22:45Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20h 45m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

Jul 5

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

32h 00m

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AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R10 833

Qatar Airways

Jul 2

AUH17:40Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

25h 50m

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CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

Jul 6

CPT7:00Cape Town Intl

19h 25m

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AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R11 221

Qatar Airways

Oct 29

AUH22:30Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

16h 10m

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CPT12:40Cape Town Intl

Nov 2

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

20h 15m

1 stop

AUH10:50Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R11 464

Etihad Airways flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

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Etihad Airways

Jun 25

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

Jul 5

CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

26h 15m

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AUH19:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R12 938

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Jul 28

AUH8:55Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

30h 05m

1 stop

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

Aug 18

CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

26h 15m

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AUH19:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R12 986

Etihad Airways

Jun 1

AUH4:25Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Jun 8

CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

34h 00m

1 stop

AUH3:10Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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Cape Town Intl

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9:00-4:25

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R11 594

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Fri 16/10

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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 16/10

5:45-17:30

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Cape Town Intl

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R12 096

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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 17/10

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1 stop19h 45m

Cape Town Intl

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R12 161

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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 17/10

5:45-17:30

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Cape Town Intl

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R12 193

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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 16/10

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Cape Town Intl

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12:35-20:55

1 stop30h 20m

R12 549

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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?

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 460. 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 768.

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 579 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 R8 031 on momondo.

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

As of May 2026, prices for Abu Dhabi to Cape Town flights are approximately 12% 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 May 2026, 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 47% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Ethiopian Air at 41% and Emirates at 12%.

Best airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 164	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 004 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 073	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R14 424	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 575 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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