Abu Dhabi to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Cape Town (CPT) connect United Arab Emirates and South Africa. The great-circle distance is approximately 7,529 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 10 to 11 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include AUH and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Abu Dhabi. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 7,529 km
- Typical duration
- about 10 to 11 hours
- Origin codes
- AUH
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town
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Route overview
Abu Dhabi to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between United Arab Emirates and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are AUH and CPT. Related codes: AUH → CPT.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 7,529 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 10 to 11 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Abu Dhabi airports and metro codes: AUH.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Abu Dhabi, other destinations from Abu Dhabi, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town typically take about 10 to 11 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Abu Dhabi and Cape Town is approximately 7,529 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?
Abu Dhabi is commonly searched with code AUH (related: AUH). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Abu Dhabi. Distance is the same great-circle measure (7,529 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Abu Dhabi to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects United Arab Emirates (Abu Dhabi) with South Africa (Cape Town).