AUH - CPT

R5 375 Find Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town departing on 14/3. 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.
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Cheapest return fare
R8 814
Overall average: R11 758
Ethiopian Air
Sun 3/5Fri 8/5
AUH - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 375
Typical prices: R6 351-R10 270
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/3
AUH - CPT • 3 stops
Top airlines
Ethiopian Air
Cheapest • from R8 814 (return)
Qatar Airways
Best reviews • 7,4 score
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Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Cape Town. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 18% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town (AUH-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

Sun, May 3 - Fri, May 8
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 14:35
AUH
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CPT
12h 10m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 3:10
CPT
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AUH
11h 20m
1 stop
R8 814Ethiopian Air
Thu, May 7 - Sun, Jun 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 14:35
AUH
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CPT
12h 10m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 3:10
CPT
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AUH
11h 20m
1 stop
R8 830Ethiopian Air
Sun, Apr 19 - Sun, Apr 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 14:35
AUH
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CPT
12h 10m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 3:10
CPT
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AUH
11h 20m
1 stop
R8 942Ethiopian Air
Sun, May 3 - Fri, May 8
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 14:35
AUH
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CPT
12h 10m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 3:10
CPT
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AUH
11h 20m
1 stop
R8 990Ethiopian Air
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 14:35
AUH
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CPT
12h 10m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 3:10
CPT
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AUH
11h 20m
1 stop
R9 390Ethiopian Air
Fri, Mar 6 - Tue, Mar 10
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 14:35
AUH
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CPT
12h 10m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 3:10
CPT
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AUH
11h 20m
1 stop
R9 582Ethiopian Air
Fri, Mar 6 - Tue, Mar 10
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 14:35
AUH
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CPT
12h 10m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 3:10
CPT
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AUH
11h 20m
1 stop
R9 598Ethiopian Air
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8
Qatar Airways Logo
5:45 - 17:20
AUH
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CPT
13h 35m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
6:05 - 4:25
CPT
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AUH
20h 20m
2 stops
R10 302Qatar Airways
Sat, Apr 11 - Wed, Apr 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:25 - 14:35
AUH
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CPT
12h 10m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 3:10
CPT
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AUH
11h 20m
1 stop
R10 318Ethiopian Air
Fri, Mar 6 - Mon, Mar 9
Qatar Airways Logo
23:40 - 17:25
AUH
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CPT
19h 45m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 3:50
CPT
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AUH
13h 15m
1 stop
R10 334Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Abu Dhabi to Cape Town flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town is November, where tickets cost R10 142 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R14 941 and R14 461 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonMay
Cheapest flightR5 375
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (16% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

  • What is the cheapest flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town was R5 375 for a one-way ticket and R8 814 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?

    Abu Dhabi airport is called Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl and the only airport in Cape Town is Cape Town Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Abu Dhabi and Cape Town, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town, Qatar Airways or Ethiopian Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town are Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air. With an average price for the route of R14 196 and an overall rating of 7,4, Qatar Airways is the most popular choice. Ethiopian Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R10 316 and an overall rating of 7,2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from Abu Dhabi is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to Abu Dhabi with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from Abu Dhabi up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,4
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3742 reviews
7,5Boarding
7,9Crew
7,3Food
7,4Entertainment
7,4Comfort
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Amazing airline accommodations. The cabins were so great. The food was very good and the flight attendants were so nice. Made a 15 hour flight seem easy.

10,0 ExcellentBrian, Feb 2026
DOH - ATL
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Amazing airline accommodations. The cabins were so great. The food was very good and the flight attendants were so nice. Made a 15 hour flight seem easy.

Very difficult to check in and almost missed flight. No room in seats and had a middle seat. I tried to create an account and check in before to change seat and unable to. I do not understand why I wasn’t on a Qatar flight from on Bengalore to Doha when they left at the same time. Disappointed in the Kayak booking process.

The boarding process was awful-the computers were down and there was no way to check in. Took extremely long, very chaotic and no guarantee our bags were even getting on the plane. I was also delayed and took away from any time i had to catch a connecting flight.

Charged extra amount for the baggage wait. Even it’s less than 23kgs. Those machines are showing wrong weight and they were charging money wantedly from everyone.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

I always fly with Qatar air and you are the best. Keep up the good wor, after travelling with Qatar Air More than 80 times, you never offer to upgrade me.but it happened to my friend companion some time. Any how i still enjoying travelling with Qatar air and wait one day to upgrade me too. Best Regards

I am a big person and have back pain and swelling in my legs, so this was a challenging flight due to confined space. I didn't find the crew very friendly either. I will think twice before flying long distances with Qatar again, due to the lack of legroom.

I wish I knew in advance that the connecting flight was by indigo air

Lobster starter in business class was not good, tough, served cold, and without butter. Movie selection was missing latest releases, did not offer older classic, high quality movies

Paid $10 for wifi for full flight duration and the wifi wasn’t available after initial 2 hours

Boarding was disorganized. Cabin crew was rude. Food was okay. Baggage was lost in Jeddah. Called airline for the past 5 days, either no response or saying the same thing as always which was "No bag has arrived. It should be here by tonight."

Planes are good. However the entertainement system is slow. The headphones are of low quality and I could hardly hear a movie The movies lack subtitiles

The crew were amazing. They should improve the inflight entertainment

The plane was ok, I was in business class and was surprised there were no pods and each seat was right next to another one. That said it was comfortable and the food and coffee were good. Entertainment wise again I was surprised to see only movies and no TV shows. Check-in at Toronto Pearson was an absolute disaster, which was especially disappointing as I was a business class passenger. There was no dedicated staffing for the business counter and four (4) airlines employees assisted one economy class passenger for about 15 minutes when one could have easily assisted me. Overall room for improvement, particularly in the on-ground experience and airplane infrastructure.

Need to do a lot of improvement on service and cleaness

Our first flight was delayed and when we got off that plane, nobody was really helping to direct us to the next gate. It was very frustrating. One staff simply said hurry, which wasn’t helpful. We had to go a long way to get to the next gate. Another issue on the plane itself was the bathrooms were disgusting and filthy and it didn’t seem like anybody was checking on them were cleaning them and it was a long flight. There was urine on the floor and they stunk. Also, the screen in front of my seat did not work, and I tried different headphones and still had no sound. You would think somehow those things are reviewed occasionally for working order.

The Boeing 737 MAX on this route, flown in the middle of the night, is an UTTER FAILURE for business travellers. The whole point of business travel is to arrive alert and recover from travel quickly, and this little aeroplane with its quarter recline uncomfortable business seats does nothing for that. It’s a small step up from economy in that you have decent legroom, but that’s it. Absolute margin at the cost of the traveller.

Good. Crew do seem to be less friendly- management are clearly limiting them or not empowering them as they used to.

Food hardly ever changes Videos not often updated for often travel.

Traveling with Ethiopian is always a good experience. I also enjoy the stay at skylight hotel in Addis

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