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Abu Dhabi Cape Town
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Sat, 25 May AUH - CPT
Tue, 28 May CPT - AUH
£516 £499
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Abu Dhabi Cape Town
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Tue, 07 May AUH - CPT
£306 £297
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Fri, 10 May AUH - CPT
Mon, 13 May CPT - AUH
£534 £528
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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
95% Trains are 95% more expensive in Cape Town than in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi £0.43
Cape Town £0.84
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
28% A meal in Cape Town is 28% cheaper than a meal in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi £8.7
Cape Town £6.29
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 23.92 ZAR
1 ZAR = 0.05 GBP
Last checked on 27 April 2024
Distance: 4678 miles
Abu Dhabi airports
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) How far from city centre: 1 miles
Bateen (AZI) How far from city centre: 1 miles
Al Dhafra Ab (DHF) How far from city centre: 1 miles
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) How far from city centre: 11 miles

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If you are planning to visit Cape Town from Abu Dhabi, here you'll find all the necessary information to book your flights. We'll help you address any possible doubts you may have about this route.

About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from United Arab Emirates to South Africa, Abu Dhabi - Cape Town is one of the most popular routes.

In the originAirport Airport AUH, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, originAirport Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at destinationAirport Airport CPT airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in South Africa.

The flight duration is approximately 19 h and 5 m, covering a distance of about 7527 between the two cities.

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Airline(s) serving your route

From well-known carriers to low-cost options, eDreams enables you to select the airline that best suits your preferences.

Airline(s) catering to your route from Abu Dhabi AUH to Cape Town CPT: Etihad Airways.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £297 for the route Abu Dhabi - Cape Town. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is Cape Town more expensive than Abu Dhabi to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Cape Town costs an average of 0.84 GBP pounds, 68% cheaper than Abu Dhabi, with a fare of 2.61 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 95% more in Cape Town: 0.84 GBP pounds against 0.43 GBP pounds in Abu Dhabi. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 6.29 GBP euros in Cape Town, 28% less than the 8.70 GBP euros in Abu Dhabi. The price of a coffee is approximately 67% cheaper in Cape Town, with an average of 1.57 GBP euros, while in Abu Dhabi the coffee costs 4.74 GBP.
What would be the best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?
The most popular months to book from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town are October, September and July.
When would be the best time to travel from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?
The best time of the year to visit Cape Town from Abu Dhabi really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, November is the best month to fly to  Cape Town from Abu Dhabi in terms of searches from our customers, followed by December and July. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds July, December and November are the months with fewer searches for Abu Dhabi -  Cape Town.
What is the duration of a flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?
Flight duration from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town is around 10:25 hours on average, at an average distance of 7,556 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Cape Town compared to Abu Dhabi?
The average temperature in Abu Dhabi is 45.91 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 0.4 mm ,Cape Town's temperatures reach 28.98 during the hot season, with 9.0 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 4.54 degrees in Cape Town, compared to the 12.72 average degrees reported in Abu Dhabi. During the winter period, Abu Dhabi can register 1.6 mm precipitation, while Cape Town have an average of 12.0 mm rain level.
The airlines that fly indirectly from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town are:
The airlines that fly indirectly from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town are:
  • Etihad Airways, stopping in Johannesburg for 105 minutes at least.
Flight Time 10 h and 25 m Flights from Abu Dhabi and Cape Town last around 10 h and 25 m, although this flight time may also depend on other factors.
Cheapest flight £297 The cheapest price available for flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Peak season November According to search data from our customers, November is the busiest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town
Airlines that fly this route Etihad Airways Airline(s) that fly fromAbu Dhabi to Cape Town

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