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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town from £401

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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — CPT
8 Jul — 15 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl are usually found in November or March, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) 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 3 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£569

One-way from

£401

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,046

Good round-trip deal

£515 or less

Good one-way deal

£282 or less
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 16/10-30/10
  • Nonstop
  • 23h 05m total
  • London to Cape Town
6/11
  • 6/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 27h 05m total
  • London to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£113 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£24 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 July 2025.

Thu 16/1009:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 30/1011:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 35mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 30/6£569
Mon 10/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1218:55CPT - LGW
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£570
Tue 9/905:30LGW - CPT
1 stop29h 20mTurkish Airlines
Thu 25/916:35CPT - LGW
1 stop24h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7£575
Mon 1/911:25LGW - CPT
1 stop33h 45mKenya Airways
Tue 30/923:30CPT - LGW
1 stop32h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/7£589
Thu 23/1009:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mA.P.G.
Sat 25/1000:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 1/7£591
Fri 7/1109:00LGW - CPT
1 stop23h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 23/1112:35CPT - LGW
1 stop19h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/6£598

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 3 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

Fly from

Gatwick

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Thu 16/10

09:30-22:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/10

11:45-21:20

Nonstop11h 35m

£569

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 10/11

20:30-09:50

Nonstop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/12

18:55-12:35

1 stop19h 40m

£570

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 9/9

05:30-11:50

1 stop29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/9

16:35-16:15

1 stop24h 40m

£575

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 1/9

11:25-22:10

1 stop33h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/9

23:30-06:55

1 stop32h 25m

£589

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Thu 23/10

09:30-22:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/10

00:30-11:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£591

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Fri 7/11

09:00-10:30

1 stop23h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/11

12:35-06:05

1 stop19h 30m

£598

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Thu 6/11

08:20-13:25

3 stops27h 05m

£401

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 19/10

09:30-22:00

Nonstop11h 30m

£436

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Fri 5/12

18:40-07:30

1 stop34h 50m

£460

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Deals found on 30/6

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,330). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick 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 3 July 2025.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 29 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings 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.

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 3 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Elwyn,Feb 2025

MXP - ZRH

The crew and the entire experience was fantastic! Would highly recommend the company and the flight

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Elwyn,Feb 2025

MXP - ZRH

The crew and the entire experience was fantastic! Would highly recommend the company and the flight

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Elwyn,Feb 2025

MXP - ZRH

The crew and the entire experience was fantastic! Would highly recommend the company and the flight

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Elwyn,Feb 2025

MXP - ZRH

The crew and the entire experience was fantastic! Would highly recommend the company and the flight
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Elwyn,Feb 2025

MXP - ZRH

The crew and the entire experience was fantastic! Would highly recommend the company and the flight

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Elwyn,Feb 2025

MXP - ZRH

The crew and the entire experience was fantastic! Would highly recommend the company and the flight

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick 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 Gatwick?

    For a flight from London Gatwick to Cape Town, you will be flying into Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from London Gatwick per day. 11 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from London Gatwick on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town round-trip from £569. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from £575, and Kenya Airways, from £589. Norse Atlantic UK is currently priced 19% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £253. While the most popular route (London Gatwick - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for £353 on average our data indicates £760 when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick 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.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,330). 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.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Gatwick to Cape Town

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 3 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest£326Average£801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£335Average£538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.Cheapest£360Average£588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£392Average£612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£464Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£481Average£594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£485Average£718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£528Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£568Average£719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapest£626Average£818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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