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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town from £273

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 10/4. 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.
LHR — CPT
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
1 adult
Sun 24/3
Sun 31/3

The best prices from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) 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 19 March 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

£622

One-way from

£313
High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 22% potential price drop
From London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl

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 14 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 3% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from £739 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as £808.

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

May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport. Prices for May average £784 per person but you can even find prices for as low as £438. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a May flight can save you 33% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (LHR - CPT)?

It’s typically best to fly out from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap SWISS flights from Heathrow to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by SWISS for the route between Heathrow 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 905,048 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced SWISS flights heading from London to Cape Town. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Wed 8/518:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Sun 19/508:40CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 05mSWISS
Deal found 18/3£513
Mon 15/417:10LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 50mSWISS
Sun 19/508:40CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 05mSWISS
Deal found 19/3£530
Mon 15/407:00LHR - CPT
2 stops26h 00mSWISS
Sun 19/508:40CPT - LHR
1 stop34h 15mSWISS
Deal found 19/3£553
Sun 5/519:15LHR - CPT
2 stops37h 45mSWISS
Sun 19/508:40CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 05mSWISS
Deal found 19/3£558
Mon 15/414:25LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 35mSWISS
Sun 19/508:40CPT - LHR
2 stops30h 00mSWISS
Deal found 19/3£575
Tue 30/414:25LHR - CPT
2 stops42h 35mSWISS
Sun 19/508:40CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 35mSWISS
Deal found 18/3£586
Sun 24/319:30LHR - CPT
2 stops37h 35mSWISS
Sun 31/308:30CPT - LHR
1 stop24h 25mSWISS
Deal found 18/3£917
Sun 24/306:00LHR - CPT
2 stops23h 40mSWISS
Sun 31/308:30CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 15mSWISS
Deal found 19/3£964
Fri 29/320:05LHR - CPT
1 stop32h 55mSWISS
Mon 22/410:55CPT - LHR
2 stops30h 25mSWISS
Deal found 18/3£979

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Heathrow to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Heathrow 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 905,048 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Ethiopian Air flights we've found at this time heading from London to Cape Town. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Mon 15/421:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/417:20CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3£550
Mon 15/421:00LHR - CPT
2 stops20h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/417:20CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3£561
Tue 7/521:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 22/514:35CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3£569
Mon 15/421:00LHR - CPT
1 stop16h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/417:20CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3£573
Tue 7/521:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 22/508:50CPT - LHR
2 stops25h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3£580
Mon 15/421:00LHR - CPT
2 stops20h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/417:20CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3£584
Sun 5/521:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 13/517:20CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3£588
Wed 1/521:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/617:20CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3£591
Sun 21/421:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/415:20CPT - LHR
1 stop26h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3£595

Cheap Heathrow to Cape Town flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 905,048 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from London to Cape Town in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 15/417:10LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 50mSWISS
Sun 19/508:40CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 05mSWISS
Deal found 17/3£525
Tue 30/420:05LHR - CPT
1 stop36h 55mSWISS
Sun 19/508:40CPT - LHR
1 stop34h 15mSWISS
Deal found 18/3£530
Mon 22/418:25LHR - CPT
2 stops21h 15mKenya Airways
Mon 6/514:30CPT - LHR
2 stops26h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/3£538
Mon 15/421:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/417:20CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3£550
Mon 15/408:40LHR - CPT
1 stop24h 20mSWISS
Sun 19/508:40CPT - LHR
2 stops37h 50mSWISS
Deal found 18/3£553
Sun 7/418:25LHR - CPT
2 stops21h 15mKenya Airways
Thu 2/514:30CPT - LHR
2 stops26h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/3£558
Mon 29/418:25LHR - CPT
2 stops21h 15mKenya Airways
Mon 6/514:30CPT - LHR
2 stops26h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/3£560
Mon 15/421:00LHR - CPT
2 stops20h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/417:20CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3£561
Mon 15/421:00LHR - CPT
1 stop16h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 22/417:20CPT - LHR
2 stops24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3£573

Heathrow to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Heathrow and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 905,048 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from London to Cape Town in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 2/1217:25LHR - CPT
1 stop24h 30mKenya Airways
Tue 11/221:15CPT - LHR
1 stop20h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/3£481
Wed 9/1018:25LHR - CPT
1 stop26h 15mKenya Airways
Sat 16/1114:10CPT - LHR
1 stop27h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/3£483
Wed 13/1117:25LHR - CPT
1 stop17h 25mKenya Airways
Sat 30/1114:10CPT - LHR
1 stop27h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/3£490
Sat 18/506:00LHR - CPT
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£506
Wed 23/1018:25LHR - CPT
1 stop26h 15mKenya Airways
Tue 5/1114:30CPT - LHR
2 stops27h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/3£512
Wed 8/518:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Sun 19/508:40CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 05mSWISS
Deal found 18/3£513
Fri 15/1117:25LHR - CPT
1 stop17h 25mKenya Airways
Sat 30/1114:10CPT - LHR
1 stop27h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/3£515
Wed 11/918:25LHR - CPT
1 stop26h 15mKenya Airways
Tue 24/914:30CPT - LHR
2 stops26h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/3£523
Mon 15/417:10LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 50mSWISS
Sun 19/508:40CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 05mSWISS
Deal found 17/3£525

Direct flights to Cape Town from Heathrow

Discover direct flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 905,048 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from London to Cape Town, check out these fares. Users can also choose from other London to Cape Town flights by using the search form above.
Thu 9/522:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 22/518:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/3£847
Thu 16/522:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 30/518:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/3£860
Thu 15/822:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 5/918:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/3£862
Tue 4/622:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 18/618:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/3£862
Tue 30/422:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 15/518:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3£863
Tue 30/422:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 16/518:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/3£864
Sat 18/522:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 4/618:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3£872
Sat 11/522:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 29/518:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/3£878
Fri 10/522:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 13/518:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/3£879

Heathrow to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 905,048 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from London to Cape Town departing last-minute. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Mon 25/310:50LHR - CPT
2 stops27h 45mKenya Airways
Thu 4/423:00CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/3£773
Mon 25/317:25LHR - CPT
1 stop24h 30mKenya Airways
Mon 1/414:30CPT - LHR
2 stops26h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/3£791
Mon 25/310:50LHR - CPT
1 stop31h 05mKenya Airways
Mon 1/414:30CPT - LHR
3 stops27h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/3£806
Mon 25/317:25LHR - CPT
2 stops21h 10mKenya Airways
Mon 1/414:30CPT - LHR
3 stops27h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/3£812
Mon 25/320:15LHR - CPT
1 stop16h 15mEthiopian Air
Thu 4/408:50CPT - LHR
2 stops23h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/3£813
Sun 24/320:15LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/413:50CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/3£814
Mon 25/310:50LHR - CPT
2 stops29h 55mKenya Airways
Thu 4/406:00CPT - LHR
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/3£858
Mon 25/319:25LHR - CPT
2 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/413:50CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£860
Sun 24/320:15LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 4/408:50CPT - LHR
2 stops23h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/3£863

One-way flights to Cape Town from Heathrow

Search for one-way flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 905,048 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from London to Cape Town. Users in need of a round-trip flight from London to Cape Town instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 10/410:30LHR - CPT
3 stops46h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£273
Tue 9/407:00LHR - CPT
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£274
Tue 9/407:00LHR - CPT
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£275
Tue 9/420:50LHR - CPT
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£293
Thu 11/406:40LHR - CPT
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£298
Mon 8/420:50LHR - CPT
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£306
Wed 10/407:00LHR - CPT
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£309
Tue 9/416:30LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£313
Tue 9/411:30LHR - CPT
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3£316

Find flights from Heathrow to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 905,048 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.

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£506 - £680

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Price

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 18/5

1 stop24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/7

1 stop23h 55m

£506

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 8/5

1 stop14h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/5

1 stop14h 05m

£513

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 22/4

2 stops21h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/5

2 stops26h 45m

£538

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 15/4

1 stop15h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/4

2 stops24h 40m

£550

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 28/5

1 stop35h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/6

1 stop19h 30m

£607

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Fri 17/5

1 stop13h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/5

1 stop18h 00m

£612

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 11/5

1 stop16h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/5

1 stop23h 05m

£631

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 17/6

2 stops24h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/7

2 stops20h 20m

£661

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 11/5

2 stops16h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/5

2 stops17h 55m

£680

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Deals found on 18/3

When is the best time to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
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 88 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 17 March 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday 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 Heathrow to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Heathrow to Cape Town is currently £295 while a return flight costs £589. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (average of £793). Flying from London Heathrow 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

£700

February

£726

March

£708

April

£656

May

£623

June

£663

July

£865

August

£709

September

£701

October

£761

November

£673

December

£759

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 19 March 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SWISS, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways from London to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

8.1
Very Good
56 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

7.8
Good
2,183 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

7.8
Good
1,720 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

7.7
Good
4,578 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow 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 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 7 flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl per day from 12 different airlines.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town for under £600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just £506, but on average you can expect to pay £555.

  • Are there nonstop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town for under £900 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town under £900. A good price for a nonstop flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town is less than £879.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town for under £800?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than £800.

  • 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 SWISS. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £513 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, starting at £538 and £550 round-trip. SWISS is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

  • 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 (80%), Qatar Airways (80%), Finnair (80%).

  • 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 £2,130, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £651. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around £495.

  • What does LHR to CPT mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a LHR to CPT flight.

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

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Nairobi?

    Most Nairobi visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Buruburu Baptist, Kenyatta Mausoleum, and Kenya National Theatre. Buruburu Baptist, Kenyatta Mausoleum and Kenya National Theatre are located about 4.9 mi, 7.8 mi, and 8.4 mi, respectively from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Nairobi looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £55 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Amsterdam?

    Rijksmuseum, De Dam, and Melkweg are the most popular attractions in Amsterdam if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Rijksmuseum, De Dam, and Melkweg can be visited by travelling about 6.2 mi, 7.0 mi, and 6.3 mi respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those on a stopover in Amsterdam in need of a car hire can book one at Amsterdam Schiphol for about £34.

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

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Top 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to Cape Town

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow 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 905,048 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£428Average£552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SWISSCheapest£482Average£663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£489Average£711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£517Average£665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£519Average£692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£559Average£685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£586Average£748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£621Average£722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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RwandAirCheapest£661Average£740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£741Average£825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Find flights from Heathrow to Cape Town, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.

Hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Cape Town

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow 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 19 March 2024.
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Weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow 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 19 March 2024.
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