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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Cape Town from £395

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 25/5. 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.
BHX — CPT
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
Wed 1/5
Wed 8/5

The best prices from Birmingham to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHX) 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 26 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

£636

One-way from

£395
High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop
From Birmingham to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Birmingham to Cape Town Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Birmingham to Cape Town?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 18% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town?

To save on the cost of your flight from Birmingham to Cape Town, book at least 25 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 7% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from £468 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as £468.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town?

May can be a great time to fly to Cape Town from Birmingham with a flight ticket averaging about £785. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as £423. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town (BHX - CPT)?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Birmingham to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Cheap Air France flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air France for the route between Birmingham 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 925,685 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Air France flights heading from Birmingham to Cape Town. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Tue 30/417:40BHX - CPT
2 stops26h 45mAir France
Sun 19/523:15CPT - BHX
2 stops24h 00mAir France
Deal found 25/4£880
Tue 30/417:40BHX - CPT
2 stops26h 45mAir France
Sun 19/523:15CPT - BHX
2 stops24h 00mAir France
Deal found 25/4£912

Cheap Lufthansa flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Lufthansa for the route between Birmingham 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 925,685 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Lufthansa flights departing from Birmingham and landing in Cape Town. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Tue 14/518:05BHX - CPT
2 stops21h 35mLufthansa
Tue 28/517:45CPT - BHX
1 stop15h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£631
Sun 12/509:10BHX - CPT
1 stop23h 50mLufthansa
Mon 27/517:45CPT - BHX
1 stop15h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£697
Thu 23/518:05BHX - CPT
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Thu 30/517:45CPT - BHX
1 stop19h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£739
Thu 23/518:05BHX - CPT
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Thu 30/517:45CPT - BHX
2 stops17h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£747
Thu 23/518:05BHX - CPT
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Thu 30/517:45CPT - BHX
1 stop24h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£771
Tue 30/418:05BHX - CPT
2 stops21h 35mLufthansa
Tue 28/517:45CPT - BHX
1 stop15h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£792

Cheap Birmingham to Cape Town flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Birmingham to Cape Town specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 925,685 searches. Prices were last updated on 26 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Birmingham to Cape Town in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 14/518:05BHX - CPT
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/515:20CPT - BHX
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£627
Tue 30/409:10BHX - CPT
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/508:40CPT - BHX
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£628
Tue 14/518:05BHX - CPT
2 stops21h 35mLufthansa
Tue 28/517:45CPT - BHX
1 stop15h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£631
Wed 15/518:55BHX - CPT
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/510:55CPT - BHX
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£672
Wed 15/518:55BHX - CPT
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/510:55CPT - BHX
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£676
Thu 23/518:55BHX - CPT
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/517:45CPT - BHX
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£682
Tue 30/417:15BHX - CPT
1 stop17h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sun 30/616:35CPT - BHX
1 stop18h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/4£687
Sun 12/509:15BHX - CPT
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/513:00CPT - BHX
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£692
Sun 12/509:10BHX - CPT
1 stop23h 50mLufthansa
Mon 27/517:45CPT - BHX
1 stop15h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£697

Birmingham to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Birmingham and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 925,685 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Birmingham to Cape Town in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sun 12/509:10BHX - CPT
1 stop23h 50mLufthansa
Mon 27/517:45CPT - BHX
2 stops17h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£523
Mon 13/518:55BHX - CPT
1 stop14h 05mSWISS
Mon 27/515:50CPT - BHX
2 stops27h 20mSWISS
Deal found 25/4£559
Mon 13/518:55BHX - CPT
1 stop14h 05mSWISS
Mon 27/515:20CPT - BHX
2 stops27h 50mSWISS
Deal found 26/4£560
Mon 13/518:55BHX - CPT
2 stops20h 45mSWISS
Mon 27/515:50CPT - BHX
2 stops27h 20mSWISS
Deal found 25/4£565
Mon 13/518:55BHX - CPT
2 stops19h 15mSWISS
Mon 27/515:50CPT - BHX
2 stops27h 20mSWISS
Deal found 26/4£567
Sun 8/918:05BHX - CPT
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/915:50CPT - BHX
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£615
Tue 14/518:05BHX - CPT
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/515:20CPT - BHX
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£627
Tue 30/409:10BHX - CPT
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/508:40CPT - BHX
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£628
Tue 14/518:05BHX - CPT
2 stops21h 35mLufthansa
Tue 28/517:45CPT - BHX
1 stop15h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£631

Birmingham to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Birmingham 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 925,685 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Birmingham to Cape Town departing last-minute. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Thu 2/518:55BHX - CPT
2 stops19h 15mSWISS
Sun 19/508:40CPT - BHX
1 stop24h 40mSWISS
Deal found 25/4£716
Thu 2/518:55BHX - CPT
2 stops19h 15mSWISS
Sun 19/508:40CPT - BHX
1 stop24h 40mSWISS
Deal found 25/4£723
Thu 2/518:55BHX - CPT
2 stops19h 15mSWISS
Sun 19/515:50CPT - BHX
2 stops27h 20mSWISS
Deal found 25/4£744
Thu 2/518:55BHX - CPT
2 stops19h 15mSWISS
Sun 19/513:05CPT - BHX
2 stops30h 05mSWISS
Deal found 25/4£748
Thu 2/518:05BHX - CPT
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/508:40CPT - BHX
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£784
Thu 2/518:05BHX - CPT
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/508:40CPT - BHX
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£791
Thu 2/518:55BHX - CPT
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/517:45CPT - BHX
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£804
Thu 2/513:10BHX - CPT
3 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/514:30CPT - BHX
3 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£1,080
Thu 2/513:10BHX - CPT
3 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/514:30CPT - BHX
3 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£1,084

One-way flights to Cape Town from Birmingham

Search for one-way flight options from Birmingham 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 925,685 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Users travelling one-way from Birmingham to Cape Town can select one of these great deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Birmingham to Cape Town instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Sat 25/509:10BHX - CPT
1 stop23h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£395
Sat 25/509:10BHX - CPT
2 stops28h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£417
Sat 25/519:45BHX - CPT
3 stops48h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£434

Find flights from Birmingham to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Birmingham 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 925,685 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

£627 - £1,020

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamCape Town Intl

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Tue 14/5

2 stops21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/5

2 stops17h 25m

£627

BirminghamCape Town Intl

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Tue 30/4

2 stops30h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/5

1 stop24h 40m

£628

BirminghamCape Town Intl

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Tue 14/5

2 stops21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/5

1 stop15h 45m

£631

BirminghamCape Town Intl

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Tue 30/4

1 stop17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/6

1 stop18h 10m

£687

BirminghamCape Town Intl

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Sun 12/5

1 stop23h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/5

1 stop15h 45m

£697

BirminghamCape Town Intl

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Thu 2/5

2 stops19h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/5

1 stop24h 40m

£716

BirminghamCape Town Intl

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Tue 4/6

3 stops26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/6

2 stops35h 35m

£864

BirminghamCape Town Intl

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Tue 30/4

2 stops26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/5

2 stops24h 00m

£880

BirminghamCape Town Intl

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Tue 30/4

2 stops46h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/5

2 stops28h 05m

£1,020

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 25/4

When is the best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Birmingham to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 24 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Birmingham to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Midday
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Birmingham to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from Birmingham to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Birmingham to Cape Town is currently £415 while a return flight costs £750. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town (average of £795). Flying from Birmingham to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,102). 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.

January

£703

February

£736

March

£719

April

£658

May

£636

June

£667

July

£882

August

£739

September

£723

October

£765

November

£683

December

£764

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

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 26 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France, Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines from Birmingham 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.
8.1
Very Good
4,066 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

8.1
Very Good
4,066 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,066 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

7.8
Good
2,062 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,066 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

7.6
Good
1,809 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,066 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

7.5
Good
3,695 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,066 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

7.2
Good
378 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,066 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Birmingham to Cape Town for under £700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Birmingham to Cape Town for under £700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just £627, but on average you can expect to pay £694.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Birmingham to Cape Town for under £800?

    There are currently 9+ open flights from Birmingham to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than £800.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Birmingham to Cape Town is Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £631 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and SWISS, starting at £687 and £716 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town for 19% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Birmingham to Cape Town?

  • What does BHX to CPT mean?

    This is defined as Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT). Codes like Cape Town Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Birmingham to Cape Town?

  • 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 Rijksmuseum. Travelers on a layover in Amsterdam can visit De Dam, Melkweg, and Rijksmuseum, by traveling 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 6.2 mi, respectively after landing at Amsterdam Schiphol. Travellers in need of a car in Amsterdam can hire one for about £35 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Birmingham to Cape Town flights?

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Birmingham to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/4.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Birmingham to Cape Town

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham 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 925,685 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£480Average£796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£484Average£690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SWISSCheapest£551Average£654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air FranceCheapest£601Average£788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£616Average£825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£630Average£803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£637Average£731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£773Average£873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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