Shortest Flight
Ethiopian Airlines
27 Sep, Sun
Abu Dhabi – Cape Town
11h 45m
1 stop
AUH–CPT
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Quick Flight Summary from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price 1,565 SAR
- Direct flight duration 11 hour 45 min
- Arrival airports CPT
- Best days to book Thursday, Monday
- Average over the last 30 days 1,358 SAR
Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Cape Town
Ethiopian Airlines
1 Oct, Thu
Abu Dhabi – Cape Town
11h 45m
1 stop
AUH–CPT
Ethiopian Airlines
1 Nov, Sun
Abu Dhabi – Cape Town
11h 45m
1 stop
AUH–CPT
Ethiopian Airlines
12 Oct, Mon
Abu Dhabi – Cape Town
11h 45m
1 stop
AUH–CPT
Ethiopian Airlines
21 Sep, Mon
Abu Dhabi – Cape Town
1d 10h 35m
1 stop
AUH–CPT
Ethiopian Airlines
8 Oct, Thu
Abu Dhabi – Cape Town
11h 45m
1 stop
AUH–CPT
Ethiopian Airlines
4 Oct, Sun
Abu Dhabi – Cape Town
11h 45m
1 stop
AUH–CPT
Ethiopian Airlines
6 Oct, Tue
Abu Dhabi – Cape Town
11h 45m
1 stop
AUH–CPT
Ethiopian Airlines
11 Oct, Sun
Abu Dhabi – Cape Town
11h 45m
1 stop
AUH–CPT
Last update: 20 September 2026 22:50
Estimated Prices for Abu Dhabi to Cape Town Flights
Cheapest Day20 October Tuesday
Best Price
1,532 SAR
Average Price
1,720 SAR
2,382 SAR
1,532 SAR
Key Features of the Airlines
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- 30kg Free Baggage
- Full Service Included
- Full Service with Meals
- 23kg Free Baggage
- SkyTeam Member
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Abu Dhabi City Center
Zayed International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport is 30 kilometers in the east of the city center. The city center is easily reached by shuttle, city bus or taxi. You can also rent a car from the offices of car rental companies located in the city center and at the airport.
Airport Shuttle
You can make benefit of the 24-hour shuttle service to go to the airport. You can easily get to the airport from the city center with services arranged according to flight departure times.
City Bus
In the United Arab Emirates, especially in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, public transport is quite inadequate. However, you can still try buses A1. You can use this option to get to the airport from the city center.
Taxi
The most common means of transportation in Abu Dhabi are taxis. Because of the inadequate public transportation, the public prefer the taxi. Taxi prices are also reasonable because the country is rich in oil reserves. You can consider the taxi option to reach the airport.
Private Car
It is one of the easiest ways to get to the airport. Abu Dhabi has wide, high standard urban roads. Traffic density is experienced at certain hours in the city center. You can easily reach the airport by connecting to the E20 and E22 motorway from the city center with your private car.
Airport Information
Abu Dhabi Airport offers you many options. If you like, you can spend your time in cafés and restaurants such as Mc Donalds, O'Brien's, Panapolis, Illy Espressamante or you can enjoy duty free shopping. You can evaluate your time in spa and massage rooms until your flight is up, and you can make your business negotiations in the exclusive VIP lounges.
Transportation to Cape Town City Center from Airport
Cape Town Intl. Airport
Cape Town is one of the three capitals of the Republic of South Africa located in the southernmost of Africa continent. This second largest city of the continental Africa stands out with its natural beauties and unique marine products. When you climb the Table Mountain in Cape Town, you are welcomed by the breathtaking view of the city and the ocean. Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela, a symbol of freedom and racial equality in the world, was held captive for years, is also located within the borders of Cape Town.
Cape Town is a very rich city in terms of transportation options. The metro lines and vintage trains carrying passengers throughout the city are the two main elements of the rail system. Passengers generally prefer buses and minibuses in the city. It is also possible to travel around the city with blue and red double-decker buses specially designed for tourists. There are also taxi or car rental options for passengers who want a comfortable and quick transportation.
If you prefer a quick and comfortable transportation after your plane has landed, you can get car from one of the car rental companies operating 24 hours at the airport. You can also get to the city center in a comfortable way by preferring taxi, bus or shuttle service.
Taxi
Taxis, which are among the commonly used transportation vehicles in this city where the weather is hot, operate 24 hours at the airport. With the modern and comfortable taxis, you can get to wherever you want in the city after a travel of 30 minutes.
Bus
You can get to the city by using the buses waiting in front of the terminal building of Cape Town Airport. These buses offer service between 04:20 am and 10:00 pm. They operate every 20 minutes.
Shuttle Service
If you want to get to the city center in a quick way with a private driver, many shuttle companies are waiting for you at the airport. To benefit from shuttle service, you can make your payment before or after your arrival and enjoy a comfortable travel to the city center.
Car Rental
If you are planning to stay in the city for at least a few days or travel to nearby cities, renting a car might be useful. From car rental companies located at the airport such as Budget, Woodford, Avis and Thrifty, you can rent a vehicle with the features you want and travel comfortably to the city.
Cape Town Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Today
Monday
21 Sep
29°15°
Tuesday
22 Sep
31°19°
Wednesday
23 Sep
22°17°
Thursday
24 Sep
33°15°
Friday
25 Sep
20°15°
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Which airports can I use for Abu Dhabi-Cape Town flights?
Which airports can I use for Abu Dhabi-Cape Town flights?
For Abu Dhabi-Cape Town flights, you can use Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi Bus Station, Sir Bani Yas Island Airport as departure airport, and Cape Town Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Abu Dhabi-Cape Town and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Abu Dhabi-Cape Town and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Abu Dhabi-Cape Town is 7521 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 9 hour 20 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Abu Dhabi-Cape Town flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Abu Dhabi-Cape Town flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Abu Dhabi-Cape Town flights is Tuesday.
Abu Dhabi-Cape Town: which airline is better value on this route?
Abu Dhabi-Cape Town: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Etihad Airways starts from approximately 1,532 SAR.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Etihad Airways | 1,532 SAR | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / No changes allowed / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Ethiopian Airlines | 1,578 SAR | — |
 Qatar Airways | 2,356 SAR | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 11.09.2026
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