Flights from Cape Town to Dubai Starting at £297

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FAQ

When are flight tickets from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB) the cheapest?

Airlines adjust prices for flights from Cape Town to Dubai based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the cheapest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How much are flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB) cost?

According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around £703.
How long is the flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB)?

It takes about 9 hours 27 minutes to fly from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB).
What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Dubai?
- The distance from Dubai International Airport to downtown is about 11km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
- The distance from Al Maktoum International Airport to downtown is about 37km, by taxi about 50 minutes.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB)?

Airlines with flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB): Emirates and South African Airways.
What's the most popular airline for direct flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB)?

Emirates operates 2 direct flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB).
How many airports in Dubai (DXB)?

There are 2 airport(s) in Dubai (DXB): Al Maktoum International Airport and Dubai International Airport.

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Flight Information from Cape Town to Dubai

Cheapest one-way flight price	£296
Cheapest return ticket price	£607
Off-season travel month	January
Peak season for travel	December
Flight distance	7,643.54km
Average flight time	9 hours 27 minutes
Popular airline	South African Airlink