How Many Emirates Skywards Miles to Fly to Cape

Emirates Skywards Miles Required for Dubai to Cape Town Flights

Planning to fly from Dubai to Cape Town using Emirates Skywards Miles? This comprehensive guide shows you exactly how many Skywards Miles you need for all cabin classes. Emirates offers two award types: Saver Awards (fewer miles, limited availability) and Flex Awards (approximately 50% more miles, better availability).

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Economy

45,000 miles

Saver award one-way + taxes

Business Class

90,000 miles

Saver award one-way + taxes

First Class

160,000 miles

Saver award one-way + taxes

Complete Skywards Miles Pricing Table for Dubai to Cape Town

Fixed award chart pricing - One-way miles from Dubai to Cape Town (CPT)

Saver Awards: Lower miles but limited availability | Flex Awards: Approximately 50% more miles but better availability

Cabin Class	Saver Award	Flex Award
Economy Standard seating	45,000	67,500
Business Class Lie-flat seats	90,000	135,000
First Class Private suites	160,000	240,000

Return Flight Pricing

Planning a round-trip? Here's the total miles needed for a return journey to Cape Town:

Economy Return

Saver: 90,000 miles

Flex: 135,000 miles

Business Return

Saver: 180,000 miles

Flex: 270,000 miles

First Class Return

Saver: 320,000 miles

Flex: 480,000 miles

Booking Tips for Dubai to Cape Town

Saver vs Flex Awards

Saver awards require fewer miles but have limited availability. Flex awards cost approximately 50% more miles but offer better availability and more flexibility when booking.

Book Early

Emirates releases award space up to 355 days in advance. Book as early as possible for the best selection, especially for Saver awards and First Class.

Fixed Pricing Advantage

Emirates uses distance-based award pricing, so you know exactly how many miles you'll need regardless of demand. This makes planning easier than programs with dynamic pricing.