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Cheapest return flight
€649
Typical prices: €731-€1,117
KLM
Sat 20/1Mon 29/1
DUB - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
€339
Typical prices: €389-€669
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/2
DUB - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Dublin and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg €791 (return)
Shortest trip • 15h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dublin to Cape Town (DUB-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dublin to Cape Town

Wed, 20 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
KLM Logo
17:15 - 22:40DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
07:30 - 22:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
16h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
€649KLM
Tue, 19 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
06:10 - 12:05DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 55m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 22:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
31h 15m1 stop Istanbul
€649Turkish Airlines
Thu, 14 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:55 - 06:25DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:30 - 22:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
16h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
€650Multiple Airlines
Thu, 14 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 06:25DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:30 - 22:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
16h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
€650Multiple Airlines
Sun, 15 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Kenya Airways Logo
05:45 - 06:00DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
46h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 22:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
33h 50m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
€651Kenya Airways
Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Air France Logo
06:00 - 06:25DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
08:30 - 22:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
16h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
€651Air France
Sun, 6 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec
Air France Logo
09:55 - 06:25DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
08:30 - 22:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
16h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
€651Air France
Sun, 17 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
06:10 - 23:00DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 22:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
31h 15m1 stop Istanbul
€652Turkish Airlines
Mon, 22 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb
Kenya Airways Logo
13:25 - 13:35DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 10m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
Kenya Airways Logo
14:20 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
30h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
€655Kenya Airways
Fri, 15 Jan - Fri, 5 Feb
KLM Logo
05:45 - 06:25DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 40m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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07:30 - 08:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
26h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
€675KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dublin to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Dublin to Cape Town?

Return flights from Dublin to Cape Town typically range from €731 to €1,117. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was €649 on KLM.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dublin to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dublin to Cape Town. It's 11% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dublin to Cape Town?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Dublin to Cape Town at €706 return.
•December (€1,111) and July (€1,079) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dublin to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Dublin to Cape Town are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Dublin to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

€339
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 59% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Dublin to Cape Town

When to book flights from Dublin to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dublin to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dublin to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dublin to Cape Town?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Dublin to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Dublin to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 16,099 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dublin to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dublin to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Dublin to Cape Town range from €731 to €1,117, with an average of €887 over the past 12 months. Anything below €731 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dublin to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the €887 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Dublin to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about €649 to €5,037. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dublin to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dublin to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €569, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging €24 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dublin to Cape Town?

    Flights from Dublin to Cape Town usually depart from Dublin (DUB) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dublin to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dublin to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dublin to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Dublin to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at €797 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at €1,044, a difference of €246.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Dublin to Cape Town?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 20m, compared to 15h 31m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 15h 32m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Dublin and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 2 hours ahead of Dublin (South Africa Time vs Irish Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are South African Astronomical Observatory, Camps Bay Beach, and Cape Town International Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

  • Can I fly non-stop from Dublin to Cape Town?

    Unfortunately, there are no non-stop flights from Dublin to Cape Town. However, Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is very well-connected to Europe and the Middle East, so you should be able to get there with a single stopover and plane change. Options on your route include Turkish Airlines via Istanbul Airport (IST), KLM via Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam (AMS), Qatar Airways via Hamad International Airport in Doha (DOH), Emirates via Dubai International Airport (DXB), Air France via Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG), and British Airways via London-Heathrow (LHR).

  • Do I have to fly via Johannesburg to get to Cape Town?

    No, not unless you want to. Thanks to an initiative called Cape Town Air Access, the city and various organisations involved in the tourism industry have worked hard to draw airlines directly to Cape Town. To date, these include British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Qatar Airways, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Airlines. None of these airlines stop in Johannesburg on their way to the Northern Hemisphere, though Kenya Airways stops at Livingstone/Victoria Falls on its way to Nairobi.

  • What is the quickest way from Cape Town Airport to central Cape Town?

    The MyCITI Bus Rapid Transport (BRT) system offers a connection from Cape Town International Airport to the Cape Town central business district and the V&A Waterfront. The cost is between €3 and €6. As the airport is located next to the N2 national motorway, it’s only a 20min drive into town provided that there’s no traffic. Taxis and e-hailing services cost between about €20 and €25.

Your guide to booking Dublin to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average €797, about €246 less than Friday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dublin to Cape Town trip for September. Fares historically average €706 return in that month – typically €405 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) offers over 18,000 parking spaces in its long-term car parks at terminals 1 and 2, available both as you arrive or pre-booked online (recommended for busy times at the airport). There are shuttle buses that connect these parking areas to the terminals.
  • Dublin Airport also offers medical assistance, as well as a pharmacy outlet on-site in terminal 1. This store stocks essential items for children in case you left something at home.
  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is close to Stellenbosch and the Winelands for travellers who are looking to take in these sights after they land. For this reason, you might want to consider hiring a car to get around, and there are many options available right at the airport. Remember to bring your international driving licence with you.

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