Shortest Flight
Ethiopian Airlines
29 Sep, Tue
Cape Town – Abu Dhabi
11h 20m
1 stop
CPT–AUH
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Quick Flight Summary from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price AED 1,772
- Direct flight duration 11 hour 20 min
- Arrival airports AUH / ZVJ / XSB
- Best days to book Tuesday, Wednesday
- Average over the last 30 days AED 1,384
Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Abu Dhabi
Ethiopian Airlines
25 Sep, Fri
Cape Town – Abu Dhabi
11h 20m
1 stop
CPT–AUH
Ethiopian Airlines
28 Sep, Mon
Cape Town – Abu Dhabi
11h 20m
1 stop
CPT–AUH
Ethiopian Airlines
8 Oct, Thu
Cape Town – Abu Dhabi
11h 20m
1 stop
CPT–AUH
Ethiopian Airlines
16 Oct, Fri
Cape Town – Abu Dhabi
11h 20m
1 stop
CPT–AUH
Ethiopian Airlines
18 Oct, Sun
Cape Town – Abu Dhabi
11h 20m
1 stop
CPT–AUH
Ethiopian Airlines
4 Oct, Sun
Cape Town – Abu Dhabi
11h 20m
1 stop
CPT–AUH
Ethiopian Airlines
5 Oct, Mon
Cape Town – Abu Dhabi
11h 20m
1 stop
CPT–AUH
Ethiopian Airlines
7 Oct, Wed
Cape Town – Abu Dhabi
11h 20m
1 stop
CPT–AUH
Last update: 02 September 2026 01:26
Estimated Prices for Cape Town to Abu Dhabi Flights
Cheapest Day4 September Friday
Best Price
AED 1,674
Average Price
AED 1,814
AED 1,943
AED 1,674
Key Features of the Airlines
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Premium Abu Dhabi Carrier
- Generous Baggage
- Award-Winning Service
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Budget Abu Dhabi Flights
- Modern A320 Fleet
- Digital-First Experience
- oneworld Member
- Jordan Flag Carrier
- Full Service
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Cape Town City Center
Cape Town Intl. Airport
In Cape Town, which the largest and most crowded city of South Africa, you can use buses and taxis for going to the airport. It is also possible to reach the airport in a short time by renting a car in the city.
Taxi
You can get to the airport in about 20 minutes by getting on a taxi. Using a taxi may be a better choice because buses are very crowded and the weather is too hot.
Bus
For going to the airport, you can an also use the buses, which are the most popular public transportation vehicles in the city. You can reach the airport after a travel of approximately 40 minutes by using the buses operating all day long except late hours of the night.
Car Rental
Since the distance between the airport and the city center is short, car rental, which is more expensive option than others, is less preferred. However, if you want to rent a car, you can get a car from many companies that you can find on the internet.
Airport Information
Cape Town Airport has a single terminal building with multiple floors. At the airport, there are banks where you can perform your currency exchange transactions and a store where you can buy souvenirs, clothes and books. Furthermore, at Spur Restaurant, you can taste local foods and drink something while waiting for your flight. At this restaurant which is located on a very wide area, you can spend time watching the takeoff and landing of the planes as well as enjoying the delicacies of Cape Town and world cuisine.
Transportation to Abu Dhabi City Center from Airport
Zayed International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport is 30 kilometers east of the city center. You can easily reach the city center by shuttle bus, city bus or taxi. You can also rent a car from companies located in the city center and at the airport.
Airport Shuttle
Some airline companies flying to Abu Dhabi International Airport offer a free 24-hour shuttle service which you can benefit to go both to the airport and the city center.
City Bus
You can reach the city by taking buses A1, which depart from the airport every 40 minutes.
Taxi
Taxi is one of the alternatives that can be considered to reach the city. The most common means of transport in Abu Dhabi is taxi. However, since demand is high, you can wait for a long time under heat. Almost all the taxis accept credit cards. If you are traveling for business purposes, buying a voucher may be beneficial.
Car Rental
Renting a car is one of the most reasonable options for transportation in Abu Dhabi. Because the United Arab Emirates is a fortunate country in terms of oil reserves, oil prices are quite low. If you want to take advantage of this, it is possible to find many car rental offices in the city center and at the airport.
Abu Dhabi Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Today
Tuesday
1 Sep
40°31°
Wednesday
2 Sep
40°32°
Thursday
3 Sep
38°32°
Friday
4 Sep
42°33°
Saturday
5 Sep
42°34°
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When you search for Cape Town-Abu Dhabi flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Cape Town-Abu Dhabi flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
Which airports can I use for Cape Town-Abu Dhabi flights?
Which airports can I use for Cape Town-Abu Dhabi flights?
For Cape Town-Abu Dhabi flights, you can use Cape Town Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi Bus Station, Sir Bani Yas Island Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Cape Town-Abu Dhabi and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Cape Town-Abu Dhabi and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Cape Town-Abu Dhabi is 7521 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 9 hour 20 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Cape Town-Abu Dhabi flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Cape Town-Abu Dhabi flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Cape Town-Abu Dhabi flights is Monday.
Cape Town-Abu Dhabi: which airline is better value on this route?
Cape Town-Abu Dhabi: 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 AED 1,664.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Etihad Airways | AED 1,664 | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 40 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Full Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Ethiopian Airlines | AED 1,800 | — |
Last update: 20.08.2026
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