Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town is two hours behind Abu Dhabi and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your AUH to CPT flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like February, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between AUH and CPT include:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Currently, ₹ 31,105 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 46,426. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from AUH to CPT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from AUH to CPT.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
78.54% of flights taking off from Abu Dhabi International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to AUH:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Pick up a Cape Town International Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are leading providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
June is the most popular month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Cape Town in April.
When reserving your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've seen Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.