What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Cairo (CAI) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £502.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 48m.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 37m.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 23% of one-stop itineraries from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

There are many flights that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in 17h 25m. Fly via Lufthansa or SWISS to get the fastest option. The distance between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town is about 6012 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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 FlySafair. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £83 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Norse Atlantic UK and A.P.G., starting at £386 and £426 round-trip. FlySafair is priced at 89% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

The most flights from LHR to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

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).

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 £1,834, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £666. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around £492.

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 (63%), Finnair (63%), Iberia (63%).

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 A.P.G., Air France or British Airways as they are the most popular for this route.

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 Amsterdam. Addis Ababa is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. Nairobi comes next as the third most popular stopover location for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights.

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. Johannesburg ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights.

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

Most Amsterdam visitors opt to spend their time experiencing De Dam, Melkweg, and Ziggo Dome. De Dam, Melkweg and Ziggo Dome are located about 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 7.2 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Amsterdam looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £41 per day.

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 4 flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl per day from 15 different 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.

£350+ Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town

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One-way from	£350
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	£705
Good round-trip deal	£787 or less
Good one-way deal	£759 or less

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29h 30m total
London to Cape Town

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Mon 1/1206:00LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 24/1209:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9£492

Mon 1/1206:00LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines

Mon 15/1218:45CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9£500

Thu 4/1208:45LHR - CPT

1 stop20h 55mLufthansa

Thu 25/1209:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 15/9£501

Tue 9/1208:45LHR - CPT

1 stop20h 55mLufthansa

Thu 18/1209:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 14/9£503

Mon 1/1206:00LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines

Thu 25/1209:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9£517

Sun 7/1208:45LHR - CPT

1 stop20h 55mLufthansa

Wed 24/1209:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 15/9£525

Mon 1/1206:00LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 05mSWISS

Fri 12/1209:00CPT - LHR

1 stop14h 40mSWISS

Deal found 14/9£525

Fri 28/1120:05LHR - CPT

1 stop33h 25mSWISS

Sun 21/1209:00CPT - LHR

1 stop14h 40mSWISS

Deal found 16/9£526

Sun 7/1208:45LHR - CPT

1 stop20h 55mLufthansa

Thu 18/1209:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 15/9£527

Best flights from Heathrow to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Thu 4/1208:45LHR - CPT

1 stop20h 55mLufthansa

Thu 25/1209:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 15/9£501

Sat 7/312:05LHR - CPT

1 stop17h 25mSWISS

Fri 13/309:25CPT - LHR

1 stop14h 15mSWISS

Deal found 14/9£573

Wed 5/1120:15LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air

Sun 23/1115:25CPT - LHR

1 stop25h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/9£645

Thu 5/316:35LHR - CPT

1 stop17h 15mTurkish Airlines

Wed 11/317:15CPT - LHR

1 stop18h 40mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 14/9£645

Sat 28/213:45LHR - CPT

1 stop15h 45mSWISS

Fri 13/309:25CPT - LHR

1 stop14h 15mSWISS

Deal found 16/9£574

Wed 4/320:15LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air

Wed 11/314:35CPT - LHR

1 stop18h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 14/9£662

Tue 27/117:45LHR - CPT

1 stop16h 05mTurkish Airlines

Thu 12/217:15CPT - LHR

1 stop29h 50mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 14/9£664

Tue 10/312:05LHR - CPT

2 stops17h 35mSWISS

Mon 23/309:30CPT - LHR

2 stops27h 45mSWISS

Deal found 16/9£622

Sun 8/314:25LHR - CPT

2 stops18h 25mSWISS

Mon 23/309:30CPT - LHR

2 stops24h 35mSWISS

Deal found 16/9£628

Thu 5/312:05LHR - CPT

2 stops17h 35mSWISS

Wed 18/309:25CPT - LHR

1 stop24h 40mSWISS

Deal found 16/9£637

Tue 11/1113:45LHR - CPT

1 stop15h 45mSWISS

Wed 19/1109:00CPT - LHR

1 stop14h 40mSWISS

Deal found 15/9£646

Mon 12/120:05LHR - CPT

1 stop33h 25mSWISS

Tue 20/109:30CPT - LHR

2 stops24h 35mSWISS

Deal found 14/9£673

Direct flights from Heathrow to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Wed 4/320:40LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Wed 11/320:35CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9£667

Tue 3/322:20LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 50mBritish Airways

Tue 10/318:55CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 14/9£668

Thu 12/318:25LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Tue 24/318:55CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9£676

Tue 3/322:20LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 50mBritish Airways

Thu 19/318:55CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 14/9£678

Wed 4/320:40LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Fri 20/318:55CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 14/9£678

Sun 8/318:25LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Mon 23/318:55CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 16/9£687

Tue 10/322:20LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 50mBritish Airways

Tue 24/318:55CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9£692

Tue 3/318:25LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Tue 17/318:55CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 14/9£693

Last-minute flights from Heathrow to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town. Data last updated 16 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Thu 18/921:00LHR - CPT

1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air

Thu 2/1015:25CPT - LHR

1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 15/9£575

Mon 22/906:30LHR - CPT

1 stop13h 40mKLM

Tue 30/923:15CPT - LHR

1 stop22h 40mKLM

Deal found 15/9£567

Mon 22/906:30LHR - CPT

2 stops26h 15mKLM

Mon 6/1018:25CPT - LHR

2 stops22h 50mKLM

Deal found 15/9£581

Fri 26/921:00LHR - CPT

1 stop15h 00mEthiopian Air

Fri 3/1014:35CPT - LHR

1 stop17h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 14/9£584

Thu 23/1019:45LHR - CPT

1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines

Tue 28/1023:45CPT - LHR

1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£580

Thu 23/1019:45LHR - CPT

1 stop24h 45mAir France

Wed 29/1007:55CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 30mAir France

Deal found 15/9£581

Sun 26/1020:25LHR - CPT

2 stops35h 20mKLM

Sun 2/1118:25CPT - LHR

2 stops23h 40mKLM

Deal found 16/9£582

Mon 27/1006:00LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 29/1009:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9£546

Mon 27/1006:00LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1109:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9£547

Mon 27/1006:00LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 05mSWISS

Mon 10/1123:35CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mSWISS

Deal found 14/9£553

Wed 29/1019:25LHR - CPT

1 stop32h 25mAir France

Wed 5/1107:55CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 30mAir France

Deal found 14/9£588

One-way flights from Heathrow to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Tue 9/1207:05LHR - CPT

2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£350

Fri 13/320:45LHR - CPT

2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£350

Sun 15/312:10LHR - CPT

2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£352

Thu 15/107:50LHR - CPT

2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£357

Sat 29/1107:50LHR - CPT

2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£359

Sun 15/219:45LHR - CPT

2 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9£366

Tue 11/1106:50LHR - CPT

2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9£368

Mon 1/1207:50LHR - CPT

2 stops45h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£370

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

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LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Thu 4/12

08:45-07:40

1 stop20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/12

09:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

£501

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 7/3

12:05-07:30

1 stop17h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/3

09:25-21:40

1 stop14h 15m

£573

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 28/2

13:45-07:30

1 stop15h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/3

09:25-21:40

1 stop14h 15m

£574

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 10/3

12:05-07:40

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/3

09:30-11:15

2 stops27h 45m

£622

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sun 8/3

14:25-10:50

2 stops18h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/3

09:30-08:05

2 stops24h 35m

£628

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Thu 5/3

12:05-07:40

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

09:25-08:05

1 stop24h 40m

£637

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 5/11

20:15-13:00

1 stop14h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/11

15:25-14:25

1 stop25h 00m

£645

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Thu 5/3

16:35-11:50

1 stop17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

17:15-09:55

1 stop18h 40m

£645

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 11/11

13:45-07:30

1 stop15h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/11

09:00-21:40

1 stop14h 40m

£646

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 4/3

20:15-13:00

1 stop14h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

14:35-06:35

1 stop18h 00m

£662

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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.

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

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

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 11 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.

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 £831). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,313). 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 LHR to CPT?

It’s typically best to fly out from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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

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. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andEthiopian Air from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Virgin Atlantic

7.4

Good

664 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

861 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Kenya Airways

6.9

Okay

281 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,363 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

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 4 flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl per day from 15 different airlines.
How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?
There are many flights that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in 17h 25m. Fly via Lufthansa or SWISS to get the fastest option. The distance between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town is about 6012 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
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 FlySafair. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £83 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Norse Atlantic UK and A.P.G., starting at £386 and £426 round-trip. FlySafair is priced at 89% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
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 (63%), Finnair (63%), Iberia (63%).
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 £1,834, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £666. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around £492.
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 Amsterdam. Addis Ababa is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. Nairobi 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 Amsterdam?
Most Amsterdam visitors opt to spend their time experiencing De Dam, Melkweg, and Ziggo Dome. De Dam, Melkweg and Ziggo Dome are located about 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 7.2 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Amsterdam looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £41 per day.
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. Johannesburg 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 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.
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 £831). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,313). 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 Heathrow to Cape Town

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
FlySafair	Cheapest£83	Average£90	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search FlySafair flights
Norse Atlantic UK	Cheapest£386	Average£564	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
A.P.G.	Cheapest£426	Average£570	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search A.P.G. flights
RwandAir	Cheapest£479	Average£589	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
Kenya Airways	Cheapest£506	Average£612	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
KLM	Cheapest£522	Average£708	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	Cheapest£527	Average£789	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Virgin Atlantic	Cheapest£530	Average£793	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
SWISS	Cheapest£532	Average£785	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
Air France	Cheapest£555	Average£776	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights

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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town from £350

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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