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

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 20m.

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

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 24m.

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Qatar Airways, KLM and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Dublin according to our data. Qatar Airways 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 9 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 Dublin to Cape Town Intl?

SWISS, Qatar Airways, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Dublin to Cape Town Intl

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

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the lowest average return price of R12 861.

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

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 51% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Prices for flights from Dublin Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of August 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Dublin Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R5 730 Cheap Flights from Dublin to Cape Town in 2026

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20:35 - 12:40DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

0:10 - 18:55CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

19h 45m1 stop London Gatwick

R9 858Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16

20:35 - 9:45DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

60h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

0:10 - 22:55CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

23h 45m1 stop London Gatwick

R9 874Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16

12:10 - 7:35DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 25m1 stop Zurich

9:20 - 17:45CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

34h 25m1 stop Zurich

R10 942SWISS

Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 18

16:35 - 23:00DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 25m1 stop Istanbul

17:20 - 9:35CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

18h 15m1 stop Istanbul

R11 266Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 30

6:10 - 23:00DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 50m1 stop Istanbul

17:20 - 15:30CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

24h 10m1 stop Istanbul

R11 298Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 6

12:10 - 7:40DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 30m2 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:30 - 11:20CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

27h 50m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich

R11 331SWISS

Wed, Jan 20 - Thu, Feb 11

8:50 - 13:35DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 45m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

14:25 - 14:10CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

25h 45m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

R11 347Kenya Airways

Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 13

5:45 - 22:05DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

14:25 - 14:10CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

25h 45m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

R11 347Kenya Airways

Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 13

8:55 - 21:10DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 10:25CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

36h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R11 541KLM

Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Oct 4

8:55 - 21:10DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

7:40 - 22:25CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

15h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R11 590KLM

Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 30

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8:55 - 9:45DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

47h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

6:05 - 7:15CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

26h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R11 266Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Thu, Sep 3

8:55 - 19:55DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

9:00 - 7:15CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

47h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R11 622Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Sep 4

17:20 - 21:25DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 22:25CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

24h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R11 655KLM

Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Sep 4

11:10 - 21:25DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 22:25CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

24h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R11 736KLM

Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 2

17:10 - 11:50DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 40m1 stop Istanbul

16:35 - 16:05CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

24h 30m1 stop Istanbul

R16 753Turkish Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 2

21:45 - 17:30DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

9:00 - 6:45CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

22h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

R18 939Qatar Airways

Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Sep 4

8:15 - 10:15DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:25 - 6:45CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

37h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

R19 602Qatar Airways

Fri, Aug 21 - Thu, Sep 3

13:00 - 11:00DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

18:50 - 11:20CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

17h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

R19 845British Airways

Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 2

20:15 - 6:00DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

56h 45m2 stops London Heathrow Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

14:25 - 22:25CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

33h 00m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

R20 298Kenya Airways

Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Sep 4

18:00 - 11:00DUB Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

15:20 - 9:40CPT Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin

19h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo London Heathrow

R25 543British Airways

Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Sep 4

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SWISS flights from Dublin to Cape Town

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SWISS

Dec 5

DUB12:10Dublin

17h 25m

1 stop

CPT7:35Cape Town Intl

Dec 18

CPT9:20Cape Town Intl

34h 25m

1 stop

DUB17:45Dublin

R10 942

SWISS

Dec 5

DUB12:10Dublin

17h 25m

1 stop

CPT7:35Cape Town Intl

Dec 18

CPT9:20Cape Town Intl

25h 10m

2 stops

DUB8:30Dublin

R11 606

KLM flights from Dublin to Cape Town

Our best KLM deals on Dublin to Cape Town flight tickets

KLM

Sept 13

DUB8:55Dublin

35h 15m

1 stop

CPT21:10Cape Town Intl

Sept 30

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

15h 45m

1 stop

DUB22:25Dublin

R11 590

KLM

Aug 22

DUB17:20Dublin

27h 05m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Sept 4

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

24h 10m

1 stop

DUB22:25Dublin

R11 655

KLM

Aug 20

DUB11:10Dublin

33h 15m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Sept 2

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

24h 10m

1 stop

DUB22:25Dublin

R11 736

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DUB Dublin - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Dublin

Tue 8/9

20:35-12:40

2 stops39h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

0:10-18:55

1 stop19h 45m

R9 858

DublinCape Town

DUB Dublin - CPT Cape Town Intl

DUBCPT

Dublin

Thu 3/9

20:35-9:45

2 stops60h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

0:10-22:55

1 stop23h 45m

R9 874

DublinCape Town

DUB Dublin - CPT Cape Town Intl

DUBCPT

Dublin

Sat 5/12

12:10-7:35

1 stop17h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/12

9:20-17:45

1 stop34h 25m

R10 942

DublinCape Town

DUB Dublin - CPT Cape Town Intl

DUBCPT

Dublin

Sun 8/11

16:35-23:00

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/11

17:20-9:35

1 stop18h 15m

R11 266

DublinCape Town

DUB Dublin - CPT Cape Town Intl

DUBCPT

Dublin

Sun 22/11

6:10-23:00

1 stop38h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/12

17:20-15:30

1 stop24h 10m

R11 298

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DUB Dublin - CPT Cape Town Intl

DUBCPT

Dublin

Wed 20/1

12:10-7:40

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/2

9:30-11:20

2 stops27h 50m

R11 331

DublinCape Town

DUB Dublin - CPT Cape Town Intl

DUBCPT

Dublin

Tue 3/11

8:50-13:35

3 stops26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/11

14:25-14:10

3 stops25h 45m

R11 347

DublinCape Town

DUB Dublin - CPT Cape Town Intl

DUBCPT

Dublin

Tue 3/11

5:45-22:05

2 stops38h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/11

14:25-14:10

3 stops25h 45m

R11 347

DublinCape Town

DUB Dublin - CPT Cape Town Intl

DUBCPT

Dublin

Sun 27/9

8:55-21:10

1 stop35h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/10

23:15-10:25

1 stop36h 10m

R11 541

DublinCape Town

DUB Dublin - CPT Cape Town Intl

DUBCPT

Dublin

Sun 13/9

8:55-21:10

1 stop35h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

7:40-22:25

1 stop15h 45m

R11 590

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Dublin to Cape Town

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R13 176 to R17 320.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R9 858.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Dublin, with most prices found around R13 095. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of September, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R13 662.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dublin to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Dublin when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R15 850 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 Dublin for as low as R13 678 on momondo.

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

As of August 2026, prices for Dublin to Cape Town flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Dublin to Cape Town

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Cheap Dublin to Cape Town (DUB to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Best price found	R5 730
Fastest flight time	14h 05m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Dublin in the past 72 hours is R5 730. The best return flight deal from Dublin to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R9 858.

The fastest flight from Dublin to Cape Town takes 14h 05m

There are no direct flights from Dublin to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Dublin to Cape Town.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Dublin to Cape Town

How far is Dublin to Cape Town Intl by plane?
The distance between Dublin and Cape Town Intl is about 9986,1 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 14h 05m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Dublin Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Dublin Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Dublin Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of August 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Dublin Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Dublin 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 Dublin Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Dublin to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Dublin to Cape Town is Qatar Airways (26% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are KLM (23%), Turkish Airlines (19%), and Lufthansa (9%).

Best airlines flying from Dublin to Cape Town

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SWISS	PriceFrom R6 518	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 2 036 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R9 246	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 652 reviews	Search Emirates flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R10 803	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 172 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R11 234	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 324 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 653	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 472 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R11 889	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 196 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 915	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 738 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R13 205	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 558 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R14 462	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 647 reviews	Search Air France flights

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