Cape Town to Dubai Flights
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Dubai (DXB) connect South Africa and United Arab Emirates. The great-circle distance is approximately 7,644 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 10 to 11 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CPT and DXB, DWC. The reverse route is Dubai 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
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Distance
- 7,644 km
- Typical duration
- about 10 to 11 hours
- Origin codes
- CPT
- Destination codes
- DXB, DWC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cape Town to Dubai
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Route overview
Cape Town to Dubai 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 DXB. Related codes: CPT → DXB, DWC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 7,644 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.
Dubai airports and metro codes: DXB, DWC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Dubai to Cape Town, other destinations from Cape Town, and other origins into Dubai.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Dubai?
Direct flights from Cape Town to Dubai 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 Dubai?
The great-circle distance between Cape Town and Dubai is approximately 7,644 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cape Town to Dubai?
Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT). Dubai is commonly searched with code DXB (related: DXB, DWC).
Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Dubai?
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 Dubai to Cape Town?
The reverse city pair is Dubai to Cape Town. Distance is the same great-circle measure (7,644 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cape Town to Dubai route connect?
This route connects South Africa (Cape Town) with United Arab Emirates (Dubai).