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Cheap flights from England to Cape Town from £287

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CPT
10 Aug — 17 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from England to Cape Town

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Cheapest flights from England to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from England to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 July 2026.

Sat 29/810:30
BHX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 00m
Lufthansa
Fri 18/918:00
CPT
-
BHX
1 stop16h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 9/7£543
Wed 2/907:20
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/900:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7£565
Wed 18/1108:55
BHX
-
CPT
1 stop23h 45m
SWISS
Wed 23/1209:20
CPT
-
BHX
1 stop34h 40m
SWISS
Deal found 7/7£567
Sat 19/917:35
LGW
-
CPT
2 stops22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/1000:10
CPT
-
LGW
Nonstop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7£572
Tue 27/1020:15
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/1115:25
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/7£573
Tue 27/1020:15
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 25/1113:50
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop18h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/7£575
Tue 15/907:45
STN
-
CPT
2 stops24h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/917:55
CPT
-
STN
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7£575
Thu 3/907:45
EDI
-
CPT
2 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/900:10
CPT
-
EDI
1 stop24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7£576
Thu 19/1108:50
LGW
-
CPT
2 stops20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/211:30
CPT
-
LGW
Nonstop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7£577
Sat 5/1212:20
LCY
-
CPT
1 stop17h 15m
SWISS
Wed 23/1209:20
CPT
-
LCY
1 stop25h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 8/7£578
Sun 1/1117:25
LGW
-
CPT
1 stop16h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 23/1117:20
CPT
-
LGW
1 stop17h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/7£578
Mon 7/918:30
LCY
-
CPT
1 stop14h 00m
Lufthansa
Wed 7/1017:55
CPT
-
LCY
1 stop15h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/7£579

Find flight deals from England to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for England to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 11 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£543

One-way from

£287

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,049

Good round-trip deal

£527 or less

Good one-way deal

£375 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 29/8-18/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 50m total
  • England to Cape Town
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7/9
  • 7/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 15m total
  • England to Cape Town
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Customise your flight search to find flights from England 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 11 July 2026.
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BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Fri 6/11

18:50-07:35

1 stop34h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/11

09:20-18:00

1 stop34h 40m

£622

LondonCape Town

LTN - CPT

LTNCPT

London Luton

Fri 18/9

15:15-14:10

2 stops21h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

13:50-14:35

2 stops25h 45m

£661

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 19/10

10:10-13:00

1 stop25h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

15:25-05:40

1 stop16h 15m

£683

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Wed 16/9

18:35-09:25

1 stop13h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

12:20-08:25

2 stops21h 05m

£683

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 18/10

10:10-14:10

1 stop27h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

15:25-05:40

1 stop16h 15m

£683

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 13/9

09:20-16:45

2 stops30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

06:00-06:55

2 stops25h 55m

£686

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Fri 20/11

18:50-07:35

1 stop34h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/12

12:20-08:10

2 stops21h 50m

£689

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 27/10

10:00-14:35

1 stop26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

13:50-05:40

1 stop17h 50m

£692

LondonCape Town

LCY - CPT

LCYCPT

London City

Tue 29/9

09:15-09:30

1 stop23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/11

19:10-09:15

1 stop16h 05m

£701
Fastest return journey

LondonCape Town

LCY - CPT

LCYCPT

London City

Wed 28/10

19:05-10:40

1 stop13h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

20:20-08:40

1 stop14h 20m

£702

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Best time to book a flight from England to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from England to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from England to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to Cape Town (average of £558). Flying from England to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,104). 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 ENG to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from England 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 11 July 2026.

When flying from England to Cape Town, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from England to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from England 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 11 July 2026.

The most flights from GBENG 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).

How much does it cost for a return flight from England to Cape Town?

How far ahead should I book a flight from England to Cape Town?

The best time to book flights from England to Cape Town is 22 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from England. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 9.7 mi from Cape Town’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from England to Cape Town?

    For as low as £701, SWISS can have you in Cape Town from England in 23h 15m. The distance from England to Cape Town is about 6008 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from England to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from England to Cape Town are Virgin Atlantic (£207), Norse Atlantic UK (£220), and Hahn Air (£221).

  • What are the most popular routes from England to Cape Town?

    The most popular flight routes from England to Cape Town are London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl, London Gatwick - Cape Town Intl and London City - Cape Town Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from England to Cape Town?

    Before booking your flight to Cape Town from England, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (88%), Finnair (88%), Iberia( 88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from England to Cape Town?

    The cheapest flight price from England to Cape Town is £471. On average you can expect to pay £2,077. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for £556.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from England 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 England to Cape Town?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to Cape Town (average of £558). Flying from England to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,104). 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 England to Cape Town

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from England 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 11 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£284Average£679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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CondorCheapest£284Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest£329Average£968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£347Average£521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£386Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£418Average£741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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A.P.G.Cheapest£432Average£589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapest£443Average£600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£451Average£740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hahn AirCheapest£467Average£705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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