Cheap flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town from £599

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — CPT
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in June or May, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Thu 4/1217:20GLA - CPT
1 stop26h 35mKLM
Tue 9/1223:45CPT - GLA
1 stop18h 50mKLM
Deal found 3/12£677
Fri 5/1206:05GLA - CPT
1 stop13h 50mKLM
Tue 9/1223:45CPT - GLA
1 stop34h 45mKLM
Deal found 3/12£691
Thu 4/1206:05GLA - CPT
1 stop22h 05mKLM
Wed 10/1207:55CPT - GLA
2 stops26h 35mKLM
Deal found 3/12£715
Fri 5/1206:05GLA - CPT
1 stop13h 50mKLM
Thu 11/1223:45CPT - GLA
1 stop15h 00mKLM
Deal found 3/12£717
Fri 5/1206:05GLA - CPT
1 stop13h 50mKLM
Sun 7/1208:00CPT - GLA
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Deal found 3/12£720
Sat 6/1213:55GLA - CPT
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1208:45CPT - GLA
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£751
Thu 4/1206:05GLA - CPT
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1207:55CPT - GLA
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£752
Sat 6/1213:55GLA - CPT
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1212:30CPT - GLA
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£776
Sat 6/1213:55GLA - CPT
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1212:30CPT - GLA
2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£782

Find flight deals from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Glasgow Intl (GLA) 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 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£599

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£1,191
KLM
  • KLM
  • 21/1-5/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 25m total
  • Glasgow to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£57 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£25 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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

Fly from

Glasgow Intl

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Wed 21/1

06:05-12:40

2 stops28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

18:25-16:35

2 stops24h 10m

£599

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Wed 21/1

06:05-09:45

2 stops25h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

18:25-16:35

2 stops24h 10m

£600

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sun 18/1

06:05-05:50

2 stops21h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

07:55-09:55

2 stops28h 00m

£625

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Thu 5/2

06:05-09:45

2 stops25h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

15:20-22:10

2 stops32h 50m

£651

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sun 18/1

06:05-05:50

2 stops21h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

08:00-09:55

1 stop27h 55m

£661

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sat 21/2

06:05-21:55

1 stop13h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/3

18:25-12:45

2 stops20h 20m

£708

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Wed 8/4

07:05-09:30

3 stops25h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/4

13:05-12:45

1 stop24h 40m

£711

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sun 11/1

06:05-21:55

1 stop13h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

18:25-16:35

2 stops24h 10m

£719

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Deals found on 3/12

Best time to book a flight from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town is 53 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of £513). Flying from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town in October is currently the most expensive (average of £766). 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 GLA to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Glasgow Intl 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 5 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Monday mornings 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

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 5 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, andLufthansa from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Glasgow Intl 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 Glasgow Intl?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from Glasgow Intl. On average, Cape Town Intl has 0 inbound flights from Glasgow Intl per day from 4 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 9.7 mi from Cape Town’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    KLM and Air France can get you from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town in just under 21h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 50m. Glasgow Intl Airport and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 6350 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town is KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £566 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and Emirates, starting at £622 and £757 round-trip. Users have found that KLM is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Lufthansa, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £428. KLM flights start at £583 while deals on Emirates start at £630 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Glasgow Intl 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 Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of £513). Flying from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town in October is currently the most expensive (average of £766). 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 4 airlines flying from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£566Average£813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£622Average£753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest£765Average£853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£772Average£956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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