Question 1

Which airlines fly to Abu Dhabi?

Accepted Answer

Emirates, South African and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Abu Dhabi from Cape Town according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Abu Dhabi. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Abu Dhabi on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 2

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Abu Dhabi?

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Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 93% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 3

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Abu Dhabi?

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Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Abu Dhabi is in the evening. Flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi during this time can be as low as R9 903. Flights to Abu Dhabi are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of R13 081. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 4

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Abu Dhabi from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Abu Dhabi for around R11 712 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Abu Dhabi from Cape Town for as low as R10 750 on momondo.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 53m.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

As of July 2025, prices for Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 8

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Accepted Answer

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 3h 50m.

Question 9

What is the cheapest month to fly to Abu Dhabi?

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The month of January is another great option to travel to Abu Dhabi, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around R10 893.

Question 10

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Abu Dhabi?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Abu Dhabi. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R10 525. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi for around R12 451.

Question 11

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average return price of R15 713.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

As of July 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport.

Question 15

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 749	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 803 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 011	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 661	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 295 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Abu Dhabi?

The month of January is another great option to travel to Abu Dhabi, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around R10 893.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Abu Dhabi?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Abu Dhabi. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R10 525. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi for around R12 451.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Abu Dhabi?

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

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

As of July 2025, prices for Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

Which airlines fly to Abu Dhabi?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Abu Dhabi?

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 93% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average return price of R15 713.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 53m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 3h 50m.

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