Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Le Cap ➔ Dubaï
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~8,180 km
Average flight time
~9h 59m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Le Cap and Dubaï aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
The Le Cap – Dubaï sector links Cape Town International (FACT) to Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW) over 7,598 km great-circle, about 8h42 airborne in a Gulfstream G650ER. The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Dubaï Al Maktoum (4500 m runway). Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
Departure and arrival airports
Cape Town International (FACT)
On the departure side, Cape Town International (FACT) serves Le Cap from 33.96°S / 18.60°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by ExecuJet Cape Town; 3201 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Camps Bay / Stellenbosch.
Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW)
On the arrival side, Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW) serves Dubaï from 24.89°N / 55.16°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by DC Aviation Al-Futtaim; 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Burj Al Arab Helipad.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 7,598 km · 4,103 NM
- Estimated block time
- 8h42
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- ExecuJet Cape Town — Cape Town International (FACT / CPT)
- Arrival FBO
- DC Aviation Al-Futtaim — Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW / DWC)
- Departure runway
- 3201 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Burj Al Arab Helipad
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector Afrique du Sud → Émirats Arabes Unis: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Le Cap to Dubaï?
About 8h42 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 7,598 km great-circle between FACT and OMDW.
Which aircraft suits Le Cap → Dubaï?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Cape Town International?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from ExecuJet Cape Town.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Afrique du Sud → Émirats Arabes Unis: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.

