Cape Town Flight Deals: Europe from $473, Dubai from $480 | February 2026

Your weekly roundup of the best flight deals from Cape Town International Airport. This week features excellent Economy deals to Europe starting at just $473, warm escapes to Dubai, and exclusive Business Class deals for our Premium subscribers.

Escape the Cape Town cold with these warm getaways - perfect for those seeking sunshine while the Mother City cools down:

CPT → Dubai - $480 round-trip with Multiple Airlines 5-10 days, departing 5 Mar. Direct flights available. Perfect for a winter sun break in one of the region's warmest destinations.

CPT → Doha - $530 round-trip with Multiple Airlines 5-10 days, departing 13 Mar. Direct flights. Escape to warm Middle Eastern sunshine with this exceptional deal - 49% below typical prices.

CPT → Zurich - $473 round-trip ✅ With Multiple Airlines. 26 Apr - 29 Apr (3 days). Direct flights. 28% below typical prices.

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CPT → Frankfurt - $524 round-trip ✅ With Multiple Airlines. 23 Apr - 26 Apr (3 days). Direct flights. 29% below typical prices. Flying around Good Friday.

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CPT → Munich - $548 round-trip ✅ With Multiple Airlines. 16 Mar - 19 Mar (3 days). Direct flights. 26% below typical prices. Travel around Human Rights Day.

CPT → Paris - $604 round-trip ✅ With Multiple Airlines. 21 Mar - 24 Mar (3 days). Direct flights. 28% below typical prices. Departing on Human Rights Day weekend.

CPT → London Heathrow - $614 round-trip ✅ With Multiple Airlines. 12 Mar - 15 Mar (3 days). Direct flights. 49% below typical prices - an exceptional deal! Want to learn how to earn Avios for routes like these? Smart With Points has UK-specific tips on maximising your points earnings.

CPT → Amsterdam - $640 round-trip ✅ With Multiple Airlines. 20 Apr - 23 Apr (3 days). Direct flights. 26% below typical prices. Flying near Good Friday.

CPT → Dubai - $480 round-trip ✅ With Multiple Airlines. 5 Mar - 10 Mar (5 days). Direct flights. 39% below typical prices. Prefer using points? Award Travel Finder tracks award availability for routes like this daily.

CPT → Doha - $530 round-trip ✅ With Multiple Airlines. 13 Mar - 18 Mar (5 days). Direct flights. 49% below typical prices - outstanding value!

CPT → Atlanta - $829 round-trip ✅ With Multiple Airlines. 21 Apr - 26 Apr (5 days). Direct flights. 6% below typical prices. Flying near Good Friday and Freedom Day.

Best time to book European flights: Cape Town International has excellent direct connections to major European hubs. For the best deals, book 2-3 months in advance for Economy and 3-4 months for Business Class. March and April offer particularly good value as Europe enters spring. Want to maximise your miles earnings on these routes? Miles & Points Daily breaks down the best credit card bonuses and loyalty program strategies to help you earn miles faster.

Ready to explore Premium Business Class deals? Unlock exclusive premium cabin fares, error fares, and advanced booking strategies below.

This week's premium cabin deals feature exceptional value to Europe and the Middle East, with savings of up to 50% off typical Business Class fares.

CPT → Frankfurt - $2,734 Business Class ✅ Save $1,963 (42% off typical). 16 Apr - 19 Apr (3 days). Direct flights with lie-flat seats.

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Why this is a great deal: Business Class to Frankfurt typically costs $4,700-$6,660. At $2,734, you're saving nearly $2,000 while enjoying premium lie-flat seating, lounge access, and priority services. This route is perfect for weekend European city breaks.

CPT → Paris - $2,813 Business Class ✅ Save $1,957 (41% off typical). 3 Apr - 6 Apr (3 days). Direct flights.

CPT → London Heathrow - $2,841 Business Class ✅ Save $1,075 (27% off typical). 18 May - 21 May (3 days). Direct flights.

CPT → Amsterdam - $2,876 Business Class ✅ Save $2,850 (50% off typical). 3 Apr - 6 Apr (3 days). Direct flights. This is the best Business Class deal this week!

Why Amsterdam is exceptional: At half the typical price, this Amsterdam deal offers incredible value. KLM's Business Class features lie-flat seats on the Dreamliner, excellent dining, and access to the world-class Crown Lounge at Schiphol. Book quickly - deals like this don't last long.

CPT → Zurich - $2,972 Business Class ✅ Save $331 (10% off typical). 14 May - 17 May (3 days). Direct flights.

CPT → Munich - $3,314 Business Class ✅ Save $822 (20% off typical). 9 Mar - 12 Mar (3 days). Direct flights. Departing in just 2 weeks!

CPT → Doha - $1,981 Business Class ✅ Save $950 (32% off typical). 13 Mar - 18 Mar (5 days). Direct flights with Qatar Airways' acclaimed QSuite.

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Why Qatar Airways QSuite: Widely regarded as one of the world's best Business Class products, the QSuite features private sliding doors, lie-flat beds, and exceptional service. At under $2,000, this is extraordinary value for a product that usually costs $3,000-$3,900.

CPT → Dubai - $2,172 Business Class ✅ Save $795 (27% off typical). 5 Mar - 10 Mar (5 days). Direct flights with Emirates.

CPT → Atlanta - $3,972 Business Class ✅ Save $3,000 (43% off typical). 5 Mar - 10 Mar (5 days). Direct flights.

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Transatlantic Business Class value: At 43% below typical prices, this Atlanta route offers exceptional value for transatlantic Business Class. Delta One features lie-flat suites, premium dining, and access to Delta Sky Clubs. This is nearly $6,000 cheaper than typical high-season fares. Interested in using miles instead? Award Travel Finder tracks premium cabin award availability daily and could help you book this route for as few as 70,000 SkyMiles.

Best time to book Business Class from CPT: Premium fares fluctuate more than Economy. For European routes, book 3-4 months out for optimal pricing. For Middle East destinations, 2-3 months is ideal. Trans-Atlantic routes like Atlanta should be booked 4-5 months in advance for the best Business Class deals.

Hidden gems this week: The Amsterdam Business Class deal at $2,876 represents extraordinary value - KLM's Dreamliner product typically sells for $5,700+. The Doha QSuite at under $2,000 is also remarkable for one of the world's best Business Class products.

Cape Town International Business Class facilities: Premium passengers can access the Bidvest Premier Lounge or airline-specific lounges. For the best dining experience, consider the Slow Lounge which offers à la carte dining and premium South African wines before your long-haul flight.

Want to fly these routes for even less? Many of these deals can also be booked with points. Miles & Points Daily covers the latest credit card offers, transfer bonuses, and earning strategies daily. Recent highlights include 100,000-point welcome bonuses that could cover an entire Business Class ticket to Europe.

For South African travellers, focus on programs like Avios (British Airways), Flying Blue (Air France/KLM), and Miles & More (Lufthansa) which all have strong earning opportunities through local credit cards and transfer partners.

Deals are updated weekly every Thursday. Prices and availability subject to change. Book quickly as the best fares sell out fast!

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