CPT - DUB

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Cheapest return flight
£560
Typical prices: £542-£702
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/12Thu 6/12
CPT - DUB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£274
Typical prices: £292-£468
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/2
CPT - DUB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Dublin. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg £432 (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 15h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Dublin (CPT-DUB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Dublin

Tue, 1 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
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20:25 - 06:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
36h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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08:05 - 17:30DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
£560Multiple Airlines
Fri, 18 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan
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08:30 - 22:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
16h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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09:55 - 06:25DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£586Air France
Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan
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00:30 - 16:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
17h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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06:00 - 06:25DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£601Multiple Airlines
Fri, 18 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan
KLM Logo
07:30 - 22:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
16h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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08:50 - 06:25DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
£608KLM
Tue, 15 Dec - Fri, 15 Jan
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18:55 - 07:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
14h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
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13:00 - 14:35DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 35m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
£610British Airways
Tue, 15 Dec - Wed, 13 Jan
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20:40 - 09:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
15h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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13:05 - 14:35DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
£611British Airways
Tue, 15 Dec - Mon, 11 Jan
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18:55 - 07:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
14h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
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13:00 - 12:10DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
£628British Airways
Tue, 15 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan
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18:55 - 16:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
24h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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13:05 - 12:10DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
£631British Airways
Tue, 15 Dec - Wed, 13 Jan
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18:55 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
19h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
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13:05 - 10:30DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
£632British Airways
Tue, 15 Dec - Tue, 12 Jan
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18:55 - 07:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DUB Dublin
14h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
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15:30 - 08:05DUB  Dublin-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
£646British Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Dublin flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Dublin. It's 2% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Dublin at £542 return.
•June (£680) and December (£649) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 25% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Dublin the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Dublin are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 18% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Dublin flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£274
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Dublin

When to book flights from Cape Town to Dublin

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Dublin takes 00m, covering 6,216 miles.

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

    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 Cape Town to Dublin flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Dublin range from £542 to £702, with an average of £603 over the past 12 months. Anything below £542 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the £603 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Dublin 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 £560 to £1,834. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Dublin are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £305, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Dublin Airport (DUB)?

    Dublin Airport (DUB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Easirent
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty

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

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

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 17% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Cape Town to Dublin. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £593 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £625, a difference of £33.

    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 Cape Town to Dublin?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 25m, compared to 15h 44m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 16h 02m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Dublin?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dublin are Croke Park, The Convention Centre Dublin, and 3Olympia Theatre. These are among the most viewed places in Dublin on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Dublin 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average £593, about £33 less than Saturday fares (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 18% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Dublin trip for November. Fares historically average £542 return in that month – typically £138 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dublin Airport.

    • Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
    • Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
    • Metro Hotel Dublin Airport

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