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Cheap flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town from £601

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/9. 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.
GLA — CPT
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult
Tue 30/4
Tue 7/5

The best prices from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or February, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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 25 April 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£837

Round-trip from

£639
High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From Glasgow Intl to Cape Town Intl

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

Thursday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cape Town.

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

To save up to 18% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 21 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town from £676 1-2 weeks out and tickets from £703 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in August. For low rates, May can be a great choice for travel to Cape Town. Flights to Cape Town from Glasgow Intl Airport in May are about £868 on average during May, but can be found for as low as £594.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town (GLA - CPT)?

It’s optimal to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Glasgow Intl 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 25 April 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Qatar Airways flights we've detected travelling from Glasgow to Cape Town. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sun 21/715:45GLA - CPT
1 stop18h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 7/813:00CPT - GLA
2 stops28h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,169
Thu 18/712:30GLA - CPT
2 stops21h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 5/813:00CPT - GLA
2 stops23h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,688
Tue 23/713:00GLA - CPT
2 stops20h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 5/813:00CPT - GLA
2 stops23h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,698
Thu 18/712:30GLA - CPT
2 stops21h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 4/813:00CPT - GLA
2 stops21h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,754
Tue 23/713:00GLA - CPT
2 stops20h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 4/813:00CPT - GLA
2 stops21h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,782
Thu 18/712:30GLA - CPT
2 stops21h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 6/813:00CPT - GLA
2 stops23h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,830
Tue 23/713:00GLA - CPT
2 stops20h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 6/813:00CPT - GLA
2 stops23h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,834
Tue 23/713:00GLA - CPT
2 stops20h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 8/813:00CPT - GLA
2 stops23h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,932
Tue 23/713:00GLA - CPT
2 stops20h 50mQatar Airways
Fri 9/813:00CPT - GLA
2 stops23h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4£2,044

Cheap British Airways flights from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Glasgow Intl 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 25 April 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest British Airways flights we've found from Glasgow to Cape Town. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Fri 24/517:55GLA - CPT
1 stop16h 05mBritish Airways
Fri 31/518:40CPT - GLA
1 stop28h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,008
Thu 18/718:30GLA - CPT
1 stop15h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 7/818:40CPT - GLA
1 stop14h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,245
Sat 20/719:40GLA - CPT
1 stop14h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 7/818:40CPT - GLA
1 stop14h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,260
Sat 20/719:40GLA - CPT
1 stop14h 20mBritish Airways
Sun 4/818:40CPT - GLA
1 stop14h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,275
Fri 19/719:25GLA - CPT
1 stop14h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 5/818:40CPT - GLA
1 stop14h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,305
Fri 19/719:25GLA - CPT
1 stop14h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 4/818:40CPT - GLA
1 stop14h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,320
Tue 23/719:25GLA - CPT
1 stop14h 35mBritish Airways
Fri 9/818:40CPT - GLA
1 stop15h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£3,329
Sat 20/719:40GLA - CPT
1 stop14h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 10/818:40CPT - GLA
1 stop17h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£3,343
Fri 19/719:25GLA - CPT
1 stop14h 35mBritish Airways
Sat 10/818:40CPT - GLA
1 stop17h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£3,388

Cheap Glasgow Intl to Cape Town flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Glasgow Intl 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 25 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Glasgow to Cape Town in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 20/506:10GLA - CPT
1 stop26h 50mLufthansa
Mon 27/517:45CPT - GLA
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£679
Mon 29/412:50GLA - CPT
1 stop20h 10mLufthansa
Mon 6/517:45CPT - GLA
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£680
Mon 20/506:10GLA - CPT
1 stop26h 50mLufthansa
Mon 27/517:45CPT - GLA
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£681
Mon 20/506:10GLA - CPT
2 stops29h 30mLufthansa
Mon 27/517:45CPT - GLA
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£718
Mon 20/506:10GLA - CPT
2 stops29h 30mLufthansa
Mon 27/515:20CPT - GLA
2 stops21h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£745
Mon 20/506:10GLA - CPT
2 stops33h 30mLufthansa
Mon 27/517:45CPT - GLA
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£753
Mon 20/506:10GLA - CPT
2 stops33h 30mLufthansa
Mon 27/515:20CPT - GLA
2 stops21h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£772
Mon 29/412:50GLA - CPT
1 stop20h 10mLufthansa
Mon 6/510:55CPT - GLA
2 stops26h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£790
Mon 29/412:50GLA - CPT
2 stops22h 50mLufthansa
Mon 6/510:55CPT - GLA
2 stops26h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£836

Glasgow Intl to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Glasgow Intl 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 25 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Glasgow to Cape Town in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 20/506:10GLA - CPT
1 stop26h 50mLufthansa
Mon 27/517:45CPT - GLA
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£679
Mon 29/412:50GLA - CPT
1 stop20h 10mLufthansa
Mon 6/517:45CPT - GLA
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£680
Mon 20/506:10GLA - CPT
1 stop26h 50mLufthansa
Mon 27/517:45CPT - GLA
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£681
Mon 20/506:10GLA - CPT
2 stops29h 30mLufthansa
Mon 27/517:45CPT - GLA
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£718
Mon 20/506:10GLA - CPT
2 stops29h 30mLufthansa
Mon 27/515:20CPT - GLA
2 stops21h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 25/4£745
Mon 20/506:10GLA - CPT
2 stops33h 30mLufthansa
Mon 27/517:45CPT - GLA
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£753
Mon 20/506:10GLA - CPT
2 stops33h 30mLufthansa
Mon 27/515:20CPT - GLA
2 stops21h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£772
Mon 29/412:50GLA - CPT
1 stop20h 10mLufthansa
Mon 6/510:55CPT - GLA
2 stops26h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£790
Mon 29/412:50GLA - CPT
2 stops22h 50mLufthansa
Mon 6/510:55CPT - GLA
2 stops26h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£836

Find flights from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Glasgow Intl 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 25 April 2024.

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£601 - £1,169

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Glasgow IntlCape Town Intl

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Mon 30/9

1 stop26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/10

2 stops28h 20m

£601

Glasgow IntlCape Town Intl

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Mon 30/9

1 stop26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/10

1 stop19h 20m

£614

Glasgow IntlCape Town Intl

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Mon 30/9

1 stop26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/11

1 stop19h 20m

£615

Glasgow IntlCape Town Intl

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Wed 22/5

1 stop26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/6

3 stops32h 50m

£780

Glasgow IntlCape Town Intl

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Mon 20/5

1 stop14h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/5

1 stop25h 10m

£843

Glasgow IntlCape Town Intl

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Mon 30/9

2 stops38h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/11

3 stops28h 05m

£929

Glasgow IntlCape Town Intl

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Mon 20/5

1 stop25h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/5

2 stops46h 25m

£986

Glasgow IntlCape Town Intl

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Fri 24/5

1 stop16h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/5

1 stop28h 40m

£1,008

Glasgow IntlCape Town Intl

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sun 21/7

1 stop18h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/8

2 stops28h 35m

£1,169

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Deals found on 25/4

When is the best time to 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 January 2024.
The best time to book flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town is 20 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.
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When is the cheapest time 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 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons 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 Glasgow Intl to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town is currently £0 while a return flight costs £838. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of £795). Flying from Glasgow Intl Airport 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

£705

February

£738

March

£721

April

£660

May

£639

June

£669

July

£885

August

£741

September

£725

October

£768

November

£686

December

£766

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 25 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, British Airways and KLM from Glasgow to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
8.1
Very Good
4,068 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very Good
4,068 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,068 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.9
Good
1,628 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,068 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.7
Good
4,479 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,068 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.2
Good
378 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,068 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.0
Good
7,744 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,068 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 5 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 9.7 mi from Cape Town’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town for under £600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town for under £600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Lufthansa for just £601, but on average you can expect to pay £733.

  • 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 Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £601 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are KLM and Kenya Airways, starting at £843 and £929 round-trip. Users have found that Lufthansa is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

  • What does GLA to CPT mean?

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

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

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

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Glasgow Intl 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 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Glasgow Intl 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 Glasgow Intl to Cape Town?

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

    The Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 25/4.

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