Question 1

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Dubai on average per week?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Cape Town and Dubai is 42 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 2

How often are flights from Cape Town to Dubai delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 6% of flights between Cape Town and Dubai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 98 minutes.

Question 3

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Dubai on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Cape Town and Dubai is 6 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 13:00, with 50% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

Question 4

How far in advance should I book a flight to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Dubai from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Dubai for around R12 735 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Dubai from Cape Town for as low as R12 089 on momondo.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the lowest average return price of R10 519.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Cape Town to Dubai when you can find flight prices for as low as R9 910. Flying to Dubai in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Dubai is in the afternoon when prices are around R15 150.

Question 7

What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 8

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Dubai flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 9

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Dubai flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Emirates have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Addis Ababa (ADD) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 26m.

Question 11

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 25m.

Question 13

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl?

Accepted Answer

Qatar Airways and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl

Question 14

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from Cape Town to Dubai is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as R14 957. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Cape Town because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R15 584.

Question 15

What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl for the best Cape Town Intl - Dubai Intl flight prices

Question 16

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to Dubai flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cape Town to Dubai.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from R13 600 to R15 518.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R11 529.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Addis Ababa (ADD) was the most common stop: 71% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 19

How have Cape Town to Dubai flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for Cape Town to Dubai flights are approximately 39% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 20

Which airlines fly to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Emirates, South African and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Dubai from Cape Town according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Dubai. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Dubai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 21

What is the cheapest month to fly to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Dubai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R11 478. If you’re not able to fly to Dubai in February, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Cape Town to Dubai during November average around R12 038.

Question 22

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport refresh daily.

Question 23

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport is 7 as of December 2025.

Question 24

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Dubai 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 Dubai Intl Airport.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Dubai 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 Dubai Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Dubai?

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

What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Dubai?

What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to Dubai flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cape Town to Dubai.

How have Cape Town to Dubai flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Cape Town to Dubai flights are approximately 39% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl?

Qatar Airways and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Dubai Intl

Which airlines fly to Dubai?

How often are flights from Cape Town to Dubai delayed?

Historically, on average around 6% of flights between Cape Town and Dubai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 98 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Dubai flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Dubai flights?

According to our data, Emirates have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Addis Ababa (ADD) was the most common stop: 71% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the lowest average return price of R10 519.

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

Flights connecting via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 25m.

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

Addis Ababa (ADD) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 26m.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Dubai on average per day?

The number of flights available between Cape Town and Dubai is 6 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 13:00, with 50% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Dubai on average per week?

The number of flights available between Cape Town and Dubai is 42 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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