Cape Town to Abu Dhabi Flights
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) connect South Africa and United Arab Emirates. 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 CPT and AUH. The reverse route is Abu Dhabi to Cape Town. 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
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Destination
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Distance
- 7,529 km
- Typical duration
- about 10 to 11 hours
- Origin codes
- CPT
- Destination codes
- AUH
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi
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Route overview
Cape Town to Abu Dhabi is a city-pair air route between South Africa and United Arab Emirates. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CPT and AUH. Related codes: CPT → AUH.
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
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Abu Dhabi airports and metro codes: AUH.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Abu Dhabi to Cape Town, other destinations from Cape Town, and other origins into Abu Dhabi.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?
Direct flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi typically take about 10 to 11 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?
The great-circle distance between Cape Town and Abu Dhabi is approximately 7,529 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?
Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT). Abu Dhabi is commonly searched with code AUH (related: AUH).
Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi?
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 Abu Dhabi to Cape Town?
The reverse city pair is Abu Dhabi to Cape Town. Distance is the same great-circle measure (7,529 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cape Town to Abu Dhabi route connect?
This route connects South Africa (Cape Town) with United Arab Emirates (Abu Dhabi).