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Cheap flights from Dublin to Cape Town from £265

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUB — CPT
8 Jul — 15 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Dublin to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dublin to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 June 2026.

Tue 15/915:00
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 28/919:30
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6£579
Tue 23/615:00
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/713:15
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/6£579
Sat 31/1021:20
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 16/1119:00
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6£600
Fri 18/915:00
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 24/913:15
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6£605
Sun 1/1107:45
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop31h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/1112:35
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop19h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6£621
Sat 31/1021:20
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/1112:35
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop19h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6£625
Tue 15/921:45
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 22/913:15
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6£627
Fri 18/915:00
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 27/919:30
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop19h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6£631
Wed 21/1018:35
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop13h 50m
SWISS
Fri 6/1109:25
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop29h 10m
SWISS
Deal found 6/6£634
Wed 21/1018:35
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop13h 50m
SWISS
Sun 8/1109:25
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop27h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 8/6£636
Mon 9/1117:55
DUB
-
CPT
2 stops50h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 23/1114:25
CPT
-
DUB
3 stops48h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/6£655
Wed 21/1018:35
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop13h 50m
SWISS
Wed 4/1109:25
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop27h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 6/6£656

Find flight deals from Dublin to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dublin (DUB) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£579

One-way from

£265

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£731
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/9-28/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 15m total
  • Dublin to Cape Town
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SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 1/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 10m total
  • Dublin to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£53 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dublin to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 8 June 2026.
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DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Mon 2/11

14:05-12:40

2 stops20h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

19:00-12:35

1 stop19h 35m

£675

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Tue 20/10

12:30-17:30

2 stops28h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/11

12:35-06:00

1 stop19h 25m

£713

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Wed 21/10

09:55-17:30

2 stops30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/11

12:35-06:00

1 stop19h 25m

£717

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Tue 23/6

21:45-17:30

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

13:15-13:30

1 stop25h 15m

£762

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Mon 19/10

14:20-16:40

1 stop25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/11

13:40-06:25

1 stop18h 45m

£792

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Mon 19/10

14:20-16:40

1 stop25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/11

18:30-11:20

1 stop18h 50m

£797

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Tue 20/10

14:20-11:30

1 stop20h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/11

13:40-18:55

1 stop31h 15m

£821

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Fri 23/10

15:00-17:30

1 stop25h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/11

12:35-12:35

1 stop26h 00m

£821

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Thu 18/6

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/7

16:35-23:05

1 stop31h 30m

£823

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Sat 8/8

21:45-17:30

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

13:15-09:50

2 stops21h 35m

£950

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Best time to book a flight from Dublin to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dublin to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dublin to Cape Town?

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dublin to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dublin to Cape Town?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dublin to Cape Town (average of £597). Flying from Dublin to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,056). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 8 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,SWISS, andQatar Airways from Dublin to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,968 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,409 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,044 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dublin to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Dublin to Cape Town?

    Departing from Dublin to Cape Town will take you 20h 35m. There are 6216 mi between Dublin and Cape Town.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dublin to Cape Town round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dublin to Cape Town round-trip from £386. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Kenya Airways, from £518, and Turkish Airlines, from £531. You may be able to fly from Dublin to Cape Town for 48% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dublin to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dublin to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dublin to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dublin to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dublin to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dublin to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dublin to Cape Town?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dublin to Cape Town (average of £597). Flying from Dublin to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,056). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Travelling to a place near Cape Town?

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Top 7 airlines flying from Dublin to Cape Town

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Dublin to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 8 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£386Average£598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£518Average£575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£531Average£619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£534Average£870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£551Average£601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapest£572Average£841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£892Average£1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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