Find flights
Deals
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town from £396

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LHR — CPT
23 Jun — 30 Jun1
1 adult
Sun 23/6
Sun 30/6

The best prices from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 June 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

£640

One-way from

£523
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Search Deals
Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop
Search Deals
From London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl
Search Deals

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Cape Town. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

To save on the cost of your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, book at least 38 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 8% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from £746 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as £836.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport. Prices for May average £771 per person but you can even find prices for as low as £486. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July. Opting for a May flight can save you 31% on your journey compared to booking in July

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHR to CPT?

It’s typically best to fly out from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Kenya Airways flights from Heathrow to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Kenya Airways for the route between Heathrow and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 976,051 searches. Data last updated 18 June 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Kenya Airways flights heading from London to Cape Town. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Mon 9/917:10LHR - CPT
2 stops27h 30mKenya Airways
Wed 25/914:30CPT - LHR
3 stops31h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/6£601
Mon 16/917:10LHR - CPT
2 stops27h 30mKenya Airways
Tue 10/1221:15CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/6£601
Fri 13/917:10LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 35mKenya Airways
Thu 26/914:30CPT - LHR
3 stops31h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/6£630
Fri 13/917:10LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 35mKenya Airways
Tue 1/1014:30CPT - LHR
3 stops29h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/6£631
Tue 10/909:55LHR - CPT
2 stops26h 45mKenya Airways
Wed 25/914:30CPT - LHR
2 stops29h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/6£633
Tue 3/909:55LHR - CPT
2 stops26h 45mKenya Airways
Mon 2/1214:30CPT - LHR
2 stops30h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/6£635
Tue 3/909:55LHR - CPT
2 stops26h 45mKenya Airways
Mon 2/1214:30CPT - LHR
2 stops46h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/6£639
Fri 13/917:10LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 35mKenya Airways
Mon 23/914:30CPT - LHR
2 stops29h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/6£663
Mon 9/917:10LHR - CPT
2 stops27h 30mKenya Airways
Sat 28/914:05CPT - LHR
2 stops51h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/6£664

Cheap SWISS flights from Heathrow to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by SWISS for the route between Heathrow and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 976,051 searches. Data last updated 18 June 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced SWISS flights we've found at this time heading from London to Cape Town. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Sat 7/920:05LHR - CPT
1 stop24h 30mSWISS
Tue 5/1109:30CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 35mSWISS
Deal found 18/6£616
Sat 14/920:05LHR - CPT
1 stop24h 30mSWISS
Thu 26/919:00CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 30mSWISS
Deal found 18/6£617
Sun 8/906:00LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 35mSWISS
Thu 19/919:00CPT - LHR
2 stops27h 30mSWISS
Deal found 17/6£626
Sat 7/907:00LHR - CPT
2 stops37h 35mSWISS
Tue 5/1109:30CPT - LHR
2 stops32h 50mSWISS
Deal found 18/6£635
Sat 7/920:05LHR - CPT
1 stop24h 30mSWISS
Thu 19/919:00CPT - LHR
2 stops27h 30mSWISS
Deal found 17/6£636
Sat 7/920:05LHR - CPT
1 stop24h 30mSWISS
Thu 19/919:00CPT - LHR
2 stops27h 30mSWISS
Deal found 18/6£637
Sun 8/906:00LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 35mSWISS
Wed 2/1014:10CPT - LHR
3 stops24h 30mSWISS
Deal found 17/6£655
Sun 15/906:00LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 35mSWISS
Thu 26/919:00CPT - LHR
1 stop22h 20mSWISS
Deal found 17/6£729
Sun 15/906:00LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 35mSWISS
Thu 26/919:00CPT - LHR
1 stop22h 20mSWISS
Deal found 18/6£730

Cheap Heathrow to Cape Town flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 976,051 searches. Prices were last updated on 18 June 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from London to Cape Town in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 17/620:55LHR - CPT
1 stop23h 30mKLM
Tue 25/623:15CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 35mKLM
Deal found 17/6£668
Thu 20/620:55LHR - CPT
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/623:15CPT - LHR
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£682
Mon 17/619:45LHR - CPT
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/623:15CPT - LHR
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£683
Mon 24/617:35LHR - CPT
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/723:15CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£684
Mon 24/619:45LHR - CPT
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/723:00CPT - LHR
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£691
Mon 24/617:35LHR - CPT
2 stops26h 50mAir France
Mon 8/723:15CPT - LHR
2 stops20h 20mAir France
Deal found 17/6£703
Thu 20/618:30LHR - CPT
1 stop16h 20mTurkish Airlines
Thu 4/716:35CPT - LHR
1 stop29h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/6£706
Fri 21/606:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Wed 3/723:15CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 00mKLM
Deal found 17/6£706
Mon 17/619:15LHR - CPT
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/623:15CPT - LHR
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£711

Heathrow to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Heathrow and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 976,051 searches. Data last updated 18 June 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from London to Cape Town in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 13/1120:15LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 24/1113:50CPT - LHR
1 stop26h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/6£595
Sat 2/1120:15LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/1115:20CPT - LHR
1 stop17h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/6£598
Tue 5/1111:45LHR - CPT
3 stops23h 55mKenya Airways
Thu 21/1114:30CPT - LHR
3 stops28h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/6£601
Thu 21/1111:45LHR - CPT
3 stops23h 55mKenya Airways
Sun 1/1214:30CPT - LHR
3 stops30h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/6£601
Thu 14/1120:15LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 24/1115:20CPT - LHR
1 stop24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/6£602
Sun 8/906:00LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 35mSWISS
Mon 23/908:40CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 05mSWISS
Deal found 17/6£603
Wed 6/1120:15LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 10/1113:50CPT - LHR
1 stop26h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/6£604
Tue 5/1120:15LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 26/1108:50CPT - LHR
2 stops23h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/6£608
Wed 18/914:25LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 35mSWISS
Mon 7/1008:40CPT - LHR
2 stops32h 55mSWISS
Deal found 17/6£613

Direct flights to Cape Town from Heathrow

Discover direct flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 976,051 searches. Data last updated 18 June 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from London to Cape Town, check out these fares. Users can also choose from other London to Cape Town flights by using the search form above.
Sun 8/922:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 18/918:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/6£855
Sun 25/822:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 5/918:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/6£856
Sat 24/822:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 11/918:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/6£869
Sun 8/922:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 2/1018:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/6£871
Mon 9/922:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 26/918:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/6£882
Mon 9/922:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 3/1218:45CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/6£883
Sun 8/922:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 1/1018:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/6£888
Wed 4/922:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 12/918:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/6£888
Wed 4/922:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 22/918:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/6£897

Heathrow to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 976,051 searches. Data last updated 18 June 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from London to Cape Town departing last-minute. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Wed 26/606:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Mon 15/723:15CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Deal found 18/6£668
Wed 26/606:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/723:15CPT - LHR
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6£677
Mon 24/619:45LHR - CPT
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/723:15CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£683
Mon 24/617:35LHR - CPT
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/723:15CPT - LHR
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6£684
Wed 26/606:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Sun 14/723:15CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Deal found 18/6£690
Mon 24/619:45LHR - CPT
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/723:00CPT - LHR
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£691
Wed 26/606:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/723:15CPT - LHR
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6£698
Mon 24/617:35LHR - CPT
2 stops26h 50mAir France
Mon 8/723:15CPT - LHR
2 stops20h 20mAir France
Deal found 18/6£703
Wed 26/606:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/723:00CPT - LHR
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£712

One-way flights to Cape Town from Heathrow

Search for one-way flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 976,051 searches. Data last updated 18 June 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from London to Cape Town. Users in need of a round-trip flight from London to Cape Town instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Mon 26/807:05LHR - CPT
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6£396
Thu 29/807:10LHR - CPT
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6£398
Tue 27/807:20LHR - CPT
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6£409
Wed 21/806:40LHR - CPT
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6£416
Fri 13/917:10LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/6£425
Wed 28/815:20LHR - CPT
3 stops21h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/6£429
Sat 31/816:00LHR - CPT
3 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6£456
Wed 28/821:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/6£463
Mon 24/615:00LHR - CPT
3 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£467

Find flights from Heathrow to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 976,051 searches. Data last updated 18 June 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

£601 - £713

Route

Depart

Return

Price

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 9/9

2 stops27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/9

3 stops31h 25m

£601

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 7/9

1 stop24h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/11

1 stop15h 25m

£603

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 7/9

1 stop24h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/11

2 stops24h 35m

£616

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 9/9

1 stop15h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/9

2 stops24h 40m

£638

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 7/9

2 stops16h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/9

2 stops17h 50m

£665

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 26/6

1 stop13h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/7

1 stop19h 20m

£668

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Fri 6/9

2 stops38h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/9

2 stops19h 20m

£680

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 24/6

2 stops24h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/7

2 stops20h 20m

£703

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sun 8/9

1 stop25h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/10

1 stop18h 25m

£713

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 17/6

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 14 June 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 74 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
Search Deals

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 June 2024.
Morning
Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Search Deals

Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Heathrow with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CPT

Temperature

12 - 21 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 18 June 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Kenya Airways, SWISS and Ethiopian Air from London to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.9
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

KLM
7.9
Good
1,442 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

RwandAir
7.9
Good
47 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

SWISS
7.7
Good
1,884 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,282 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Air France
7.5
Good
1,677 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from London Heathrow?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from London Heathrow, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 7 flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl per day from 14 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town for under £600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town for under £600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just £601, but on average you can expect to pay £632.

  • Are there nonstop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town for under £900 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town under £900. A good price for a nonstop flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town is less than £895.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town for under £700?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than £700.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town is Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £601 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and Ethiopian Air, starting at £616 and £638 round-trip. Kenya Airways is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £425 on Kenya Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from £463 and RwandAir from £523 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town on time: American Airlines (85%), Finnair (85%), Iberia (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town? While on average our users pay £2,394, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £465. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around £546.

  • What does LHR to CPT mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a LHR to CPT flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    Most of the time, London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will stop in Nairobi. Addis Ababa is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. Amsterdam comes next as the third most popular stopover location for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Nairobi?

    Most Nairobi visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Buruburu Baptist, Nairobi National Park, and Kenyatta Mausoleum. Buruburu Baptist, Nairobi National Park and Kenyatta Mausoleum are located about 4.9 mi, 8.8 mi, and 7.8 mi, respectively from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Nairobi looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £39 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Amsterdam?

    De Dam, Melkweg, and Rijksmuseum are the most popular attractions in Amsterdam if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. De Dam, Melkweg, and Rijksmuseum can be visited by travelling about 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 6.2 mi respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those on a stopover in Amsterdam in need of a car hire can book one at Amsterdam Schiphol for about £36.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights?

    London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights have a stopover in Harare least often. Harare is followed by Zurich in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. Kigali ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Heathrow to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Heathrow to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Heathrow to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Heathrow to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Heathrow to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Heathrow to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 17/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    When booking a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, you may want to consider flying on Air France, British Airways or TAAG as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (average of £812). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,079). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Fly from Heathrow to Cape Town on these airlines
Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Heathrow to Cape Town. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 18 June 2024.

British Airways flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl
Virgin Atlantic flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl
Kenya Airways flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl
Lufthansa flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl

Top 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to Cape Town

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 976,051 searches. Data last updated 18 June 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£195Average£536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
LufthansaCheapest£410Average£699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Search Lufthansa flights
Kenya AirwaysCheapest£430Average£570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Kenya Airways flights
SWISSCheapest£480Average£665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Search SWISS flights
Air FranceCheapest£526Average£716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Air France flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£533Average£673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian AirCheapest£559Average£690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
KLMCheapest£593Average£795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search KLM flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapest£607Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
RwandAirCheapest£661Average£746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search RwandAir flights
Dublin to Edinburgh flights
London Gatwick Airport to Nice flights
London to Toronto flights
London to Miami flights
London Gatwick Airport to Barcelona flights
Manchester to Gibraltar flights
London to Hong Kong flights
London to Pristina flights
Manchester to Crete flights
London to Tangier flights
England to Santiago de Compostela flights
London Heathrow Airport to Costa Rica flights

Search flights from Heathrow to Cape Town by cabin class

Find flights from Heathrow to Cape Town, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.
First Class
Business Class
Prem Econ Class
Economy class

Hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Cape Town

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 June 2024.
0%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
0%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
0%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
100%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Midday
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Cape Town. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 June 2024.
Monday8daily flights
Tuesday8daily flights
Wednesday8daily flights
Thursday8daily flights
Friday8daily flights
Saturday8daily flights
Sunday7daily flights

Book a flight to one of these trending destinations

User searches for flights to these destinations increased 20% or more in the past 90 days compared to other destinations
Flights to Dire Dawa Aba Tenna D Yilma
Flights to Abbotsford
Flights to Helena
Flights to Gainesville Regional
Flights to Garoe
Flights to Malatya Erhac
Flights to Şırnak Sirnak Serafettin Elci
Flights to Kavála Megas Alexandros
Flights to Ordu/Giresun
Flights to Lhasa
Flights to Samarkand
Flights to Diyarbakir
Flights to Houmt Souk Melita
Flights to Ohrid
Flights to Vaasa
Flights to Elazig
Flights to Erzincan
Flights to Tauranga
Flights to Skardu
Flights to Jinhua Yiwu
Flights to Salerno Costa d'Amalfi
Flights to Nantucket Memorial
Flights to North Bay
Flights to Nouakchott

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Heathrow to Cape Town?

Cheapflights helps you search for flights from Heathrow to Cape Town via 900+ travel sites so you don’t have to. After performing a flight search, users can also filter their flight selection by filtering for price, number of stops, airlines, and so on.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Heathrow to Cape Town?

Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights from Heathrow to Cape Town by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and put it in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Heathrow to Cape Town with no change fees?

Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Heathrow to Cape Town with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Heathrow to Cape Town become cheaper?

Yes! Start tracking prices for Heathrow to Cape Town flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.
View all available airlines