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Cheap flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town from £676

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — CPT
12 Feb — 19 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in June or May, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 7 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£676

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£842
4/5-9/5
  • 4/5-9/5
  • 6 total stops
  • 67h 15m total
  • Glasgow to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£29 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 7 February 2025.

Sun 4/521:55GLA - CPT
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/500:30CPT - GLA
3 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2£676
Sun 7/906:00GLA - CPT
3 stops30h 40mKenya Airways
Wed 24/914:30CPT - GLA
3 stops50h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/2£704
Sun 18/506:00GLA - CPT
1 stop14h 25mKLM
Fri 23/523:15CPT - GLA
1 stop17h 55mKLM
Deal found 7/2£718
Mon 8/906:10GLA - CPT
1 stop26h 20mLufthansa
Sun 21/918:05CPT - GLA
1 stop29h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 6/2£752
Tue 11/213:25GLA - CPT
1 stop20h 15mEmirates
Tue 25/213:40CPT - GLA
1 stop23h 55mEmirates
Deal found 6/2£872
Thu 30/1019:20GLA - CPT
1 stop14h 50mBritish Airways
Sat 15/1118:45CPT - GLA
1 stop15h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/2£1,980

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GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

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Glasgow Intl

Sun 4/5

21:55-09:30

3 stops34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/5

00:30-08:10

3 stops32h 40m

£676

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Thu 13/3

06:00-13:35

3 stops29h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/3

23:00-18:45

2 stops21h 45m

£716

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sun 18/5

06:00-21:25

1 stop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/5

23:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

£718

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sun 13/4

14:35-16:50

1 stop25h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/4

18:25-12:45

1 stop19h 20m

£873

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Deals found on 6/2

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

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Travel insights for flights from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town

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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 31 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town is 68 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Glasgow Intl 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 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 7 February 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 26% 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.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 7 February 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,303 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,303 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,303 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,303 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
268 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,303 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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.

  • 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 Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £716 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are KLM and Emirates, starting at £718 and £873 round-trip. Users have found that Kenya Airways is 22% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Glasgow Intl 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.

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LufthansaCheapest£501Average£685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£833Average£1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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