Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town from £416
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 24/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — CPT
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
Return
1 adult
Economy
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 Thursday and return on a Wednesday
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 18 July 2025.
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 18 July 2025.
Wed 12/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1111:45CPT - LGW
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£593
Wed 10/910:55LGW - CPT
1 stop23h 55mTurkish Airlines
Fri 26/916:35CPT - LGW
1 stop18h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/7£596
Mon 10/1111:10LGW - CPT
1 stop16h 50mKenya Airways
Sat 29/1123:25CPT - LGW
1 stop32h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/7£599
Mon 20/1009:10LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 6/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/7£600
Mon 6/1010:10LGW - CPT
2 stops21h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 18/1013:50CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/7£609
Mon 29/918:35LGW - CPT
1 stop35h 35mSWISS
Mon 6/1008:40CPT - LGW
1 stop34h 10mSWISS
Deal found 17/7£627
Best flights from Gatwick to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Gatwick to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 18 July 2025.
Wed 12/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1111:45CPT - LGW
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£593
Wed 14/120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Tue 27/112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 18/7£596
Tue 4/1110:05LGW - CPT
1 stop23h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/1117:15CPT - LGW
1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/7£597
Mon 10/1111:10LGW - CPT
1 stop16h 50mKenya Airways
Sat 29/1123:25CPT - LGW
1 stop32h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/7£599
Mon 6/1010:10LGW - CPT
2 stops21h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 18/1013:50CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/7£609
Mon 29/918:35LGW - CPT
1 stop35h 35mSWISS
Mon 6/1008:40CPT - LGW
1 stop34h 10mSWISS
Deal found 17/7£627
Direct flights from Gatwick to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from Gatwick to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 18 July 2025.
Mon 3/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1111:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7£595
Wed 14/120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Tue 27/112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 18/7£596
Mon 3/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 20mA.P.G.
Sat 29/1112:00CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 17/7£598
Last-minute flights from Gatwick to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Gatwick to Cape Town. Data last updated 18 July 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 24/711:00LGW - CPT
2 stops25h 45mKenya Airways
Sun 3/814:30CPT - LGW
2 stops17h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/7£855
Mon 28/721:20LGW - CPT
3 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 15/805:45CPT - LGW
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£948
Mon 28/710:10LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 50mEthiopian Air
Sun 3/813:50CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/7£1,142
Sat 23/814:55LGW - CPT
1 stop18h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 4/1013:00CPT - LGW
1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/7£674
Mon 25/810:10LGW - CPT
2 stops21h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/914:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/7£614
Mon 25/808:05LGW - CPT
3 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/906:15CPT - LGW
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7£682
Mon 25/809:00LGW - CPT
1 stop24h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 17/913:00CPT - LGW
1 stop18h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/7£687
Thu 28/817:15LGW - CPT
1 stop17h 35mTurkish Airlines
Tue 30/916:35CPT - LGW
1 stop24h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/7£603
Thu 28/811:00LGW - CPT
2 stops25h 45mKenya Airways
Tue 30/923:30CPT - LGW
1 stop32h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/7£619
Sun 31/810:05LGW - CPT
1 stop24h 30mEmirates
Sun 7/913:05CPT - LGW
1 stop19h 15mEmirates
Deal found 17/7£715
One-way flights from Gatwick to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Gatwick to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 18 July 2025.
Wed 24/917:25LGW - CPT
3 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7£416
Sun 7/1218:40LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 25mSWISS
Deal found 18/7£445
Tue 9/1217:15LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 18/7£452
Tue 23/910:10LGW - CPT
2 stops21h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/7£470
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 18 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
Wed 12/11
20:30-10:00
Nonstop11h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 17/11
11:45-11:40
2 stops25h 55m
£593
LondonCape Town
LGW - CPT
LGWCPT
London Gatwick
Wed 14/1
20:30-10:00
Nonstop11h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 27/1
12:30-22:15
Nonstop11h 45m
£596
LondonCape Town
LGW - CPT
LGWCPT
London Gatwick
Tue 4/11
10:05-11:50
1 stop23h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 11/11
17:15-22:35
1 stop31h 20m
£597
LondonCape Town
LGW - CPT
LGWCPT
London Gatwick
Mon 10/11
11:10-06:00
1 stop16h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 29/11
23:25-05:50
1 stop32h 25m
£599
LondonCape Town
LGW - CPT
LGWCPT
London Gatwick
Mon 6/10
10:10-08:20
2 stops21h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 18/10
13:50-06:20
1 stop17h 30m
£609
LondonCape Town
LGW - CPT
LGWCPT
London Gatwick
Mon 29/9
18:35-07:10
1 stop35h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 6/10
08:40-17:50
1 stop34h 10m
£627
LondonCape Town
LGW - CPT
LGWCPT
London Gatwick
Wed 24/9
17:25-10:50
3 stops40h 25m
£416
LondonCape Town
LGW - CPT
LGWCPT
London Gatwick
Sun 7/12
18:40-22:05
1 stop25h 25m
£445
LondonCape Town
LGW - CPT
LGWCPT
London Gatwick
Tue 9/12
17:15-06:45
Nonstop11h 30m
£452
LondonCape Town
LGW - CPT
LGWCPT
London Gatwick
Tue 23/9
10:10-08:20
2 stops21h 10m
£470
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Deals found on 17/7
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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 11 July 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 18 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 32% 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 13 July 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 18 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS, Turkish Airlines, andNorse Atlantic UK 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.
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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 £596. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from £597, and Kenya Airways, from £599. Norse Atlantic UK is currently priced 16% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town are SWISS (£445), Norse Atlantic UK (£452), and Ethiopian Air (£470).
What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £258. While the most popular route (London Gatwick - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for £325 on average our data indicates £732 when flying from London Gatwick Airport 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.
Explore flights to Cape Town departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 18 July 2025.
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 18 July 2025.
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