Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 48m.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 23% of one-stop itineraries from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Cairo (CAI) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £504.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 37m.

How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

There are many flights that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in 11h 40m. Fly via SWISS or British Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town is about 6012 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town is FlySafair. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £84 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Norse Atlantic UK and A.P.G., starting at £342 and £428 round-trip. FlySafair is priced at 89% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £392 on SWISS. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from £399 and Iberia from £399 one-way.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

The most flights from LHR 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).

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.

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).

What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Looking for the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town? While on average our users pay £1,891, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £674. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around £478.

What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town on time: American Airlines (63%), Finnair (63%), Iberia (63%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

When booking a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, you may want to consider flying on A.P.G., Air France or British Airways as they are the most popular for this route.

Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Most of the time, London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will stop in Amsterdam. Addis Ababa is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. Nairobi comes next as the third most popular stopover location for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights.

Where are the least popular stopover locations for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights?

London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights have a stopover in Harare least often. Harare is followed by Zurich in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. Johannesburg ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights.

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 Ziggo Dome. De Dam, Melkweg and Ziggo Dome are located about 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 7.2 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Amsterdam looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £41 per day.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Cape Town. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

To save on the cost of your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, book at least 24 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 21% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from £640 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as £792.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

November is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport. Prices for November average £743 per person but you can even find prices for as low as £315. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a November flight can save you 48% on your journey compared to booking in December

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from London Heathrow?

If you book a flight to Cape Town from London Heathrow, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 4 flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl per day from 15 different airlines.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Cape Town?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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.

£340+ Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights typically cost between £631 and £893 in December. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was £478 on Lufthansa (9 Dec-24 Dec).

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town

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One-way from	£340
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	£713
Good round-trip deal	£814 or less
Good one-way deal	£773 or less

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Tue 9/1208:45LHR - CPT

1 stop20h 55mLufthansa

Wed 24/1209:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 11/9£478

Mon 1/1206:00LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines

Mon 22/1218:45CPT - LHR

1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£503

Mon 27/1013:50LHR - CPT

1 stop15h 50mLufthansa

Mon 3/1109:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 10/9£505

Wed 3/1220:15LHR - CPT

1 stop33h 25mLufthansa

Wed 17/1209:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 11/9£509

Mon 27/1013:50LHR - CPT

1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sun 2/1109:00CPT - LHR

1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£513

Mon 8/1206:00LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines

Fri 16/118:45CPT - LHR

1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£526

Tue 2/1212:05LHR - CPT

1 stop17h 25mSWISS

Fri 12/1209:00CPT - LHR

1 stop14h 40mSWISS

Deal found 11/9£527

Mon 1/1206:00LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines

Tue 23/1218:45CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£529

Tue 9/1213:50LHR - CPT

1 stop15h 50mLufthansa

Fri 16/118:45CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 00mLufthansa

Deal found 11/9£531

Sun 7/1208:30LHR - CPT

2 stops21h 10mLufthansa

Mon 15/1209:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 12/9£536

Mon 27/1013:50LHR - CPT

1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines

Mon 3/1109:30CPT - LHR

2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£540

Best flights from Heathrow to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

Tue 9/1212:05LHR - CPT

2 stops17h 35mSWISS

Wed 24/1209:00CPT - LHR

2 stops25h 15mSWISS

Deal found 12/9£622

Tue 3/313:45LHR - CPT

1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines

Mon 16/309:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£623

Tue 3/318:25LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Wed 29/415:20CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 15mBritish Airways

Deal found 11/9£719

Sat 28/220:15LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air

Sun 15/307:25CPT - LHR

2 stops33h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/9£722

Mon 27/1012:05LHR - CPT

2 stops17h 35mSWISS

Mon 3/1123:35CPT - LHR

2 stops19h 05mSWISS

Deal found 12/9£637

Fri 6/320:05LHR - CPT

1 stop33h 25mSWISS

Fri 20/309:30CPT - LHR

2 stops24h 35mSWISS

Deal found 10/9£657

Thu 26/221:15LHR - CPT

1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines

Mon 2/320:35CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£746

Thu 6/1122:20LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 50mBritish Airways

Mon 17/1118:55CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 11/9£748

Wed 4/222:20LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 50mMultiple Airlines

Wed 4/313:30CPT - LHR

1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£747

Mon 10/1118:25LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Thu 27/1122:10CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 10/9£749

Thu 23/1020:05LHR - CPT

2 stops58h 35mSWISS

Thu 30/1019:50CPT - LHR

1 stop14h 15mSWISS

Deal found 10/9£741

Sun 1/320:40LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Tue 17/318:55CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 10/9£749

Direct flights from Heathrow to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

Tue 3/318:25LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Wed 18/320:35CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 11/9£668

Tue 3/318:25LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Tue 17/318:55CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 11/9£669

Tue 3/322:20LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 50mBritish Airways

Tue 10/318:55CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 10/9£670

Wed 4/318:25LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Tue 17/318:55CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 10/9£670

Tue 3/318:25LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Sun 8/318:55CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 12/9£680

Mon 2/318:25LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Mon 9/322:10CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 11/9£690

Tue 10/318:25LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways

Tue 24/320:50CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 10/9£694

Tue 18/1122:30LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 35mVirgin Atlantic

Tue 25/1120:50CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 11/9£695

Mon 3/1122:30LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 35mVirgin Atlantic

Thu 6/1123:10CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 11/9£702

Sat 1/1122:30LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 35mVirgin Atlantic

Sat 15/1120:50CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 12/9£703

Sat 1/1122:30LHR - CPT

Nonstop11h 35mVirgin Atlantic

Fri 14/1120:50CPT - LHR

Nonstop12h 00mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 10/9£704

Last-minute flights from Heathrow to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town. Data last updated 12 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Thu 18/906:30LHR - CPT

1 stop13h 55mKLM

Thu 25/923:15CPT - LHR

1 stop21h 10mKLM

Deal found 11/9£554

Fri 19/906:30LHR - CPT

1 stop13h 55mKLM

Sat 11/1007:45CPT - LHR

1 stop24h 55mKLM

Deal found 10/9£568

Mon 22/906:30LHR - CPT

1 stop13h 40mKLM

Mon 13/1023:00CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 50mKLM

Deal found 12/9£569

Mon 27/1013:50LHR - CPT

1 stop15h 50mLufthansa

Mon 3/1109:30CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 10/9£505

Mon 27/1013:50LHR - CPT

1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sun 2/1109:00CPT - LHR

1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£513

Mon 27/1013:50LHR - CPT

1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines

Mon 3/1109:30CPT - LHR

2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£540

Mon 27/1013:50LHR - CPT

1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/1123:35CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£541

Mon 27/1009:00LHR - CPT

2 stops20h 40mSWISS

Sun 2/1109:00CPT - LHR

1 stop25h 05mSWISS

Deal found 10/9£548

Mon 27/1006:00LHR - CPT

1 stop14h 05mSWISS

Mon 10/1123:35CPT - LHR

1 stop15h 25mSWISS

Deal found 10/9£557

One-way flights from Heathrow to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

Mon 23/206:50LHR - CPT

2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£340

Thu 26/207:50LHR - CPT

2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£346

Sat 7/307:50LHR - CPT

2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£350

Wed 25/212:10LHR - CPT

2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£355

Thu 15/107:50LHR - CPT

2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£359

Thu 27/1106:50LHR - CPT

2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£363

Tue 25/1107:50LHR - CPT

2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9£365

Wed 19/1107:05LHR - CPT

3 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£373

Wed 26/1107:05LHR - CPT

2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£374

Tue 3/308:45LHR - CPT

1 stop20h 55mLufthansa

Deal found 11/9£376

Thu 19/220:15LHR - CPT

1 stop33h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 11/9£377

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 9/12

12:05-07:40

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

09:00-08:15

2 stops25h 15m

£622

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 3/3

13:45-07:30

1 stop15h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

09:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

£623

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 27/10

12:05-07:40

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

23:35-16:40

2 stops19h 05m

£637

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Fri 6/3

20:05-07:30

1 stop33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

09:30-08:05

2 stops24h 35m

£657

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 3/3

18:25-08:05

Nonstop11h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/4

15:20-05:35

1 stop15h 15m

£719

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 28/2

20:15-13:00

1 stop14h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

07:25-14:25

2 stops33h 00m

£722

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Thu 23/10

20:05-07:40

2 stops58h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/10

19:50-08:05

1 stop14h 15m

£741

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Thu 26/2

21:15-16:00

1 stop16h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

20:35-06:45

Nonstop12h 10m

£746

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

22:20-12:10

Nonstop11h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

13:30-04:55

1 stop17h 25m

£747

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Thu 6/11

22:20-12:10

Nonstop11h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

18:55-04:55

Nonstop12h 00m

£748

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

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How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 11 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,313). 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 LHR to CPT?

It’s typically best to fly out from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andEthiopian Air from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. 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.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Virgin Atlantic

7.4

Good

664 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

861 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Kenya Airways

6.9

Okay

281 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,361 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from London Heathrow?
If you book a flight to Cape Town from London Heathrow, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 4 flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl per day from 15 different airlines.
How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?
There are many flights that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in 11h 40m. Fly via SWISS or British Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town is about 6012 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town is FlySafair. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £84 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Norse Atlantic UK and A.P.G., starting at £342 and £428 round-trip. FlySafair is priced at 89% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £392 on SWISS. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from £399 and Iberia from £399 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town on time: American Airlines (63%), Finnair (63%), Iberia (63%).
What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?
Looking for the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town? While on average our users pay £1,891, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £674. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around £478.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?
Most of the time, London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will stop in Amsterdam. Addis Ababa is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. Nairobi comes next as the third most popular stopover location for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights.
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 Ziggo Dome. De Dam, Melkweg and Ziggo Dome are located about 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 7.2 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Amsterdam looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £41 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights?
London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights have a stopover in Harare least often. Harare is followed by Zurich in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. Johannesburg ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights.
Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to Cape Town.
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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,313). 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 Heathrow to Cape Town

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
FlySafair	Cheapest£84	Average£90	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search FlySafair flights
Norse Atlantic UK	Cheapest£342	Average£562	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
A.P.G.	Cheapest£428	Average£572	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search A.P.G. flights
RwandAir	Cheapest£489	Average£640	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
Kenya Airways	Cheapest£507	Average£614	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
KLM	Cheapest£524	Average£711	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	Cheapest£530	Average£794	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	Cheapest£532	Average£789	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
Virgin Atlantic	Cheapest£532	Average£797	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Air France	Cheapest£556	Average£777	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights

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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town from £340

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 23/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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