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Cheap flights from Dublin to Cape Town from £598

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUB — CPT
5 May — 12 May1
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 5 April 2026.

Wed 15/405:55
DUB
-
CPT
3 stops30h 40m
Kenya Airways
Tue 21/407:20
CPT
-
DUB
3 stops40h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/4£598
Sun 17/514:30
DUB
-
CPT
3 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/514:25
CPT
-
DUB
3 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4£606
Sat 2/512:55
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sat 9/519:30
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop20h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/4£611
Sat 18/409:30
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/519:30
CPT
-
DUB
1 stop20h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/4£612
Fri 15/509:00
DUB
-
CPT
2 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/520:40
CPT
-
DUB
2 stops35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3£620
Thu 23/409:30
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/506:05
CPT
-
DUB
2 stops26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/4£627
Thu 16/412:55
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 20/418:25
CPT
-
DUB
2 stops36h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3£637
Tue 19/512:55
DUB
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 26/507:00
CPT
-
DUB
2 stops26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/4£639

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 5 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£598

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£667
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 15/4-21/4
  • 6 total stops
  • 70h 45m total
  • Dublin to Cape Town
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DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Tue 19/5

12:55-12:55

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

07:00-08:00

2 stops26h 00m

£639

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Fri 17/4

12:55-12:55

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

15:20-08:00

2 stops41h 40m

£667

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Sat 18/4

12:55-09:45

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/5

19:30-15:25

1 stop20h 55m

£674
Fastest return journey

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Sun 17/5

09:30-09:45

2 stops23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/5

19:30-15:25

1 stop20h 55m

£694

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Thu 23/4

12:55-12:55

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/5

19:30-22:30

2 stops28h 00m

£699

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Thu 23/4

12:55-12:55

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

19:30-21:30

2 stops27h 00m

£699

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Mon 20/4

12:55-12:55

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

18:25-15:25

2 stops46h 00m

£709

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Mon 25/5

12:55-14:35

2 stops24h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

19:30-20:55

2 stops26h 25m

£733
Cheapest one-way

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Mon 15/6

21:35-16:50

3 stops42h 15m

£1,170

DublinCape Town

DUB - CPT

DUBCPT

Dublin

Thu 11/6

10:30-11:50

2 stops24h 20m

£1,472

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dublin to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Booking 75 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 £505). Flying from Dublin to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £843). 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 5 April 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
7.7
Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.7
Good
1,487 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,913 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,298 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,892 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 23h. 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 £474. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Kenya Airways, from £487, and Lufthansa, from £539. You may be able to fly from Dublin to Cape Town for 35% 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?

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  • 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 £505). Flying from Dublin to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £843). 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Dublin to Cape Town

Discover the top 8 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 5 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£474Average£581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£487Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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LufthansaCheapest£539Average£822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£543Average£642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£558Average£611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapest£575Average£848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£717Average£796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£901Average£1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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