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Cheapest round-trip
2,161 ﷼
Typical prices: 2,528 ﷼–3,803 ﷼
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/21Tue 11/27
RUH - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
1,225 ﷼
Typical prices: 1,283 ﷼-2,594 ﷼
Etihad Airways
Sun 10/14
RUH - CPT • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights to Cape Town

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Cape Town

Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:40 am - 2:10 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 2:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
11h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
2,161 ﷼Ethiopian Air
Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:40 am - 2:10 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:10 pm - 2:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
34h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
2,190 ﷼Ethiopian Air
Sun, Oct 18 - Thu, Oct 29
Etihad Airways Logo
4:20 am - 2:10 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Etihad Airways Logo
3:10 pm - 2:55 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
34h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
2,294 ﷼Etihad Airways
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Etihad Airways Logo
10:30 pm - 2:10 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Etihad Airways Logo
1:50 pm - 3:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
25h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
2,357 ﷼Etihad Airways
Mon, Dec 28 - Mon, Jan 11
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:25 am - 11:00 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 am - 5:25 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
27h 30m1 stop Istanbul
2,816 ﷼Turkish Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Mon, Jan 11
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 11:00 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 am - 12:55 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
23h 00m1 stop Istanbul
2,823 ﷼Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
Qatar Airways Logo
10:30 pm - 10:50 pmDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
Qatar Airways Logo
7:25 pm - 3:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
30h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
2,860 ﷼Qatar Airways
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
Qatar Airways Logo
10:30 pm - 10:50 pmDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
Qatar Airways Logo
7:25 pm - 3:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
30h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
2,875 ﷼Qatar Airways
Fri, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 16
Emirates Logo
4:00 am - 6:00 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
8:00 pm - 2:25 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
29h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
3,563 ﷼Emirates
Sun, Dec 20 - Thu, Dec 31
Emirates Logo
8:25 pm - 6:00 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
9:00 am - 8:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
22h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
3,981 ﷼Emirates
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Saudi Arabia to Cape Town flights

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

What is the cheapest flight to Cape Town?

Riyadh to Cape Town is the cheapest route at 2,161 ﷼ round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Cape Town?

A round-trip flight to Cape Town costs 3,083 ﷼ on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from Gassim average 2,302 ﷼, while Jeddah runs a bit higher at 2,892 ﷼.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Cape Town?

Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Cape Town at 3,034 ﷼ round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Tuesday is the most expensive at 3,374 ﷼.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

•January is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town, with an average price of 2,416 ﷼ round-trip.
•May (3,752 ﷼) and December (3,659 ﷼) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town?

Afternoon flights to Cape Town are the cheapest at 3,060 ﷼ round-trip on average. Night flights are the most expensive at 3,256 ﷼.

What is a good deal for flights to Cape Town?

Flights under 2,528 ﷼ are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Cape Town at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Gassim 2,152 ﷼
•Riyadh 2,364 ﷼
•Jeddah 2,514 ﷼.

When are flights to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights to Cape Town are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Cape Town

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

1,225 ﷼
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Riyadh to Cape Town

When to book flights to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel 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 questions about flights to Cape Town, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Cape Town?

    Qatar Airways operates the most flights from Saudi Arabia to Cape Town at 0 per week, while Ethiopian Air is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Saudi Arabia to Cape Town. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • How do I know if a flight to Cape Town is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Cape Town is around 2,528 ﷼ round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

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

    Last-minute fares to Cape Town – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 8% above the average round-trip fare of 3,083 ﷼.

Your guide to booking Cape Town flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Cape Town, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Cape Town, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around 2,528 ﷼ round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Cape Town around January. Round-trip fares historically average 2,416 ﷼ that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to noon to save up to 196 ﷼ per round-trip. Noon flights to Cape Town average 3,060 ﷼ compared to 3,256 ﷼ for evening flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Once you arrive in Cape Town, a few great places to start are Camps Bay Beach, Sea Point Pavilion, and Clifton Beaches. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying to Cape Town

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Cape Town? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3662 reviews
8.4Crew
8.1Boarding
7.9Food
8.0Comfort
8.2Entertainment
Airline reviews

What a great trip . From check in to the upgrade we received a big shout out to Cleverson who was able to help us navigate the whole process super patient and was just one of the best customer service experiences we received in a very long time . The amazing staff on the flight who went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable amazing food and service if you have te opportunity to upgrade it's a must and well worth it.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2026
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What a great trip . From check in to the upgrade we received a big shout out to Cleverson who was able to help us navigate the whole process super patient and was just one of the best customer service experiences we received in a very long time . The amazing staff on the flight who went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable amazing food and service if you have te opportunity to upgrade it's a must and well worth it.

Comfort poor, little leg room, cabin temperature too hot. No free entertainment. No complementary drinks. Overal experience poor and would not travel with them again.

The plane was clean and well maintained the crew members were professionals and friendly and the food was good

Flight was delayed by and hour but were informed beforehand

Flight was delayed and no information was provided what was new time Change gate 3 times at Madina airport First gate was 113 Second gate was 204 And last gate was 113 again

Inexperienced e crew, no personal greeting for gold member, not the same emirates service that I know. I take this flight almost weekly

The lounge Emirates uses at Jeddah airport is horrible even with the opening of the new section. Food selection is poor and never enough seating . Staff are not friendly. Boarding process at Jeddah always an absolute mess

Great flight. Comfortable seats, courteous service, and excellent selection for entertainment.

The amenities offered in the Business class is far away less compared with other Air Companies. Emirates is going down in the competition pricing the same value as Qatar airways for example.

On both legs of my trips (Jhb - Dxb and Dxb - Jhb) the entertainment system did not work.

My laptop in checked suitcase disappeared. The check in lady asked about it and found this very curious. She made me sign something when I insisted it remains in my checked suitcase. Robbery without violence.

Service and food were good. I'm 6'3" and my knees hit the chair in front of me. The 3 hour flight was manageable but the 15 hour flight was torture. There is no comfortable position to sleep and I'm grateful the person in front of me did not lean their seat back.

Qatar Airways has gone down over the last few years.

I am a big person and have back pain and swelling in my legs, so this was a challenging flight due to confined space. I didn't find the crew very friendly either. I will think twice before flying long distances with Qatar again, due to the lack of legroom.

The American/Hollywood movies in the entertainment system lack english subtitles, they tend to have only arabic subtitles. Coupled with the low quality airplane earphones and cabin noise, it sometimes is difficult to follow the movie dialogues.

The food is not good and also if you ask crew to bring something they say ok I will bring but you will never get it. Please they should listen good to passengers

For a short flight, Qatar Airways offers very good onboard service.

It was the terrific, I was promoted to businessman class, and the service was amazing.

Lovely aircraft and I flight entertainment. Good leg room. Full flight crew struggled a bit

We were stranded in bus for 10 min waiting for baording..Specially when you are traveling with kids and long previous flight. Flight has no information regarding time to destination. Wish to have screen for international travels.

I paid for the seat and found out that the seat doesn't recline. The staff didn't help in arranging an alternative.

Terrible. Delayed. No one would help. Just limped about like a piece of meat

Food wasn’t nice and doesn’t have halal option

I recently flew with Turkish Airlines, and I can confidently say it was one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I boarded, the crew was incredibly attentive, warm, and professional. They went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the flight. The highlight, however, was the food! I’ve flown with many airlines, but Turkish Airlines sets the bar incredibly high when it comes to in-flight dining. Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The variety of dishes, even on a long-haul flight, was impressive. It felt like dining at a high-end restaurant at 35,000 feet! The seats were comfortable, the entertainment options were great, and the overall atmosphere made the journey enjoyable. Turkish Airlines truly excels in combining luxury and hospitality. I wouldn’t hesitate to fly with them again—highly recommend!

Make sure to request a vegetarian meal in advance. They printed out menus for all passengers with the options but by the time they were halfway through (for breakfast and dinner), the vegetarian options were already all taken.

I liked the ability to walk and stand in the crew area. I hated the security check experience before boarding. The airport staff were so rude, yelling at us unnecessarily, delaying us on purpose, and even threatening to call the police on us!

Very good except the boarding process too forever and wasn’t organized by group. I had a heavy pack or I wouldn’t have minded. I was in business. There were no audible announcements in the waiting area about boarding and everyone packed into the boarding area. Then boarding stopped for a long time but the staff made no announcements to update waiting passengers about the holdup. The flight was good after we got on.

Just on time arrival and departure would make it great

This is the first and last time I will be traveling Turkish airlines. The flight was delayed three times. Second time we sat on the aircraft for approximately an hour and a half. Initially told that the delay would only be 15 minutes then no explanation thereafter except that we were deboarding. We missed our connecting flights to Zimbabwe, and had to pay for a overnight hotel stay in addition to paying for a new tickets to our get to our final destination. They allowed us to order food from the airport food court but only from fast food and even that they limited the menu items we could select. I would some to contact me about the refund on the hotel and the connecting flight!

I recently had a deeply disappointing experience with Turkish Airlines, one I felt compelled to share. Firstly, the staff’s attitude left much to be desired. I encountered consistent rudeness both onboard and from the customer service team. To illustrate, I lost my eyeglasses on the plane. When I approached the airline’s customer service for help, not only were they dismissive, but they also mishandled the information I provided. Even though I had clearly mentioned my flight details in my correspondence, they asked for them again, only to later inform me they couldn’t locate my glasses. Moreover, the flight itself was delayed by three hours, adding to the frustration. Given this experience, I strongly advise reconsidering before booking with Turkish Airlines!

It was a great experience for my first time flying with this airline. I will be flying with them a lot more now. Plane crew was amazing.

Delay not posted, only departure time listed- not boarding time. We left an hour late and arrived 45 min late. Restrooms had backed up sinks and toilets not flushed ) passenger error). Lots of screen for entertainment didn’t work. But we arrived with our luggage

I have my baggage left either in Jeddah or Addis and undelivered to Abuja

The Boeing 737 MAX on this route, flown in the middle of the night, is an UTTER FAILURE for business travellers. The whole point of business travel is to arrive alert and recover from travel quickly, and this little aeroplane with its quarter recline uncomfortable business seats does nothing for that. It’s a small step up from economy in that you have decent legroom, but that’s it. Absolute margin at the cost of the traveller.

I had a comfortable seat that makes my trip wonderful. I appreciate the Ethiopia crew, they were very helpful

The use of a domestic carrier without entertainment was disappointing and a let down

There where no ear phones provided and the food needs to improve.

Good was great, but no vegetarian option: only beef or chicken. In business class please add a vegetarian option. Thanks

The food could be better, the beef was quite tough. The crew were friendly and helpful on this flight, which has not being my experience on other Ethiopian flights.

Entertainment was very poor. Couldn’t watch anything. Ear pieces were the wrong type .

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