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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi from R10 549

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CPT — AUH
May 13 — May 201
1 adult
Mon 13/5
Mon 20/5

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 May 2024.

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June

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February

Average price

R11 831

Round-trip from

R8 748
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From Cape Town Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Saturday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 32%.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi at least 11 days early can save you up to 21% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 11 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi for as little as R8 766 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as R10 624 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at R8 395.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi (CPT - AUH)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Cheap Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 543 462 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 May 2024.
Sun 2/66:05CPT - AUH
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/623:45AUH - CPT
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5R14 468
Sun 2/66:05CPT - AUH
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/623:45AUH - CPT
2 stops16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5R17 849
Sun 12/517:45CPT - AUH
2 stops23h 45mLufthansa
Wed 15/52:10AUH - CPT
1 stop33h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5R26 689
Sun 12/513:00CPT - AUH
1 stop13h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 16/523:45AUH - CPT
2 stops23h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R27 952
Sun 12/515:50CPT - AUH
2 stops21h 50mEgypt Air
Thu 16/516:30AUH - CPT
2 stops26h 10mEgypt Air
Deal found 7/5R27 990
Sun 12/517:45CPT - AUH
2 stops34h 20mLufthansa
Wed 15/52:10AUH - CPT
2 stops40h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5R29 494
Sun 12/513:00CPT - AUH
1 stop13h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 16/517:45AUH - CPT
1 stop19h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R32 558

Cape Town to Abu Dhabi 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cape Town and Abu Dhabi in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 543 462 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Sun 2/66:05CPT - AUH
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/623:45AUH - CPT
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5R14 468
Sun 2/66:05CPT - AUH
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/623:45AUH - CPT
2 stops16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5R17 849
Sun 12/517:45CPT - AUH
2 stops23h 45mLufthansa
Wed 15/52:10AUH - CPT
1 stop33h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5R26 689
Sun 12/513:00CPT - AUH
1 stop13h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 16/523:45AUH - CPT
2 stops23h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R27 952
Sun 12/515:50CPT - AUH
2 stops21h 50mEgypt Air
Thu 16/516:30AUH - CPT
2 stops26h 10mEgypt Air
Deal found 7/5R27 990
Sun 12/517:45CPT - AUH
2 stops34h 20mLufthansa
Wed 15/52:10AUH - CPT
2 stops40h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5R29 494
Sun 12/513:00CPT - AUH
1 stop13h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 16/517:45AUH - CPT
1 stop19h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R32 558

Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 543 462 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Sat 18/518:05CPT - AUH
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/623:45AUH - CPT
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R14 041
Sat 18/518:05CPT - AUH
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/614:45AUH - CPT
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R14 468
Sat 18/518:05CPT - AUH
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/623:45AUH - CPT
2 stops16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R15 954
Sat 18/56:00CPT - AUH
2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/614:45AUH - CPT
3 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R16 140
Sat 18/518:05CPT - AUH
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/60:15AUH - CPT
3 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R17 031
Sat 18/519:15CPT - AUH
3 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/614:45AUH - CPT
3 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R17 050
Sat 18/518:05CPT - AUH
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/61:30AUH - CPT
1 stop36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R17 161
Sat 18/518:05CPT - AUH
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/62:05AUH - CPT
2 stops14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R19 502
Sat 18/513:50CPT - AUH
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/60:15AUH - CPT
3 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R19 743

Find flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 543 462 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.

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R10 549 - R23 068

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Return

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Cape Town IntlAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/7

1 stop26h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 13/8

1 stop20h 35m

R10 549

Cape Town IntlAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/7

1 stop31h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 14/8

1 stop19h 05m

R12 221

Cape Town IntlAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/7

1 stop19h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 14/8

2 stops19h 05m

R13 224

Cape Town IntlAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/5

1 stop23h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 8/6

1 stop13h 05m

R14 041

Cape Town IntlAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/5

1 stop23h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 8/6

3 stops31h 35m

R14 468

Cape Town IntlAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/7

2 stops17h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 14/8

2 stops17h 10m

R15 583

Cape Town IntlAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/5

1 stop23h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 8/6

2 stops16h 45m

R15 954

Cape Town IntlAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/5

2 stops35h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 8/6

3 stops31h 40m

R16 140

Cape Town IntlAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl

CPT - AUH

CPTAUH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/7

2 stops23h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 13/8

2 stops33h 20m

R23 068

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Deals found on 7/5

When is the best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 10 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi is currently R0 while a return flight costs R15 028. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi (average of R471). Flying from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi in September is currently the most expensive (average of R626). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

R9 212

February

R8 748

March

R9 286

April

R9 825

May

R10 197

June

R10 921

July

R11 051

August

R10 958

September

R11 627

October

R11 051

November

R9 695

December

R10 624

Temperature and rainfall in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

AUH

Temperature

18 - 35 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 8 May 2024.
Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 428 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,2

Food

7,5

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 428 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 428 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,2

Food

7,5

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Lufthansa
7,0
Good
7 691 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 428 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,7

Crew

8,2

Food

7,5

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi for under R10 600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi for under R10 600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R10 549, but on average you can expect to pay R16 456.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi for under R14 100?

    There are currently 9+ open flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi within the next 7 days for less than R14 100.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi round-trip?

    Currently priced at R12 221, Qatar Airways will fly you from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Lufthansa for as low as R23 068.

  • What does CPT to AUH mean?

    Cape Town Intl Airport is CPT and Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport is AUH. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flight deals updated?

    The Cape Town to Abu Dhabi flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 8/5.

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