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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town from £417

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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CPT
20 Jul — 27 Jul1
1 adult

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 Monday

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 15 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£588

One-way from

£420

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,047

Good round-trip deal

£803 or less

Good one-way deal

£820 or less
Air France
  • Air France
  • 23/9-14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 55m total
  • London to Cape Town
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 15m total
  • London to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£48 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 15 July 2025.

Tue 23/906:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1023:35CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7£588
Mon 27/1020:25LHR - CPT
1 stop23h 30mKLM
Mon 3/1108:50CPT - LHR
2 stops26h 10mKLM
Deal found 13/7£588
Wed 31/1214:45LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 00mAir France
Sat 24/108:50CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 35mAir France
Deal found 13/7£602
Mon 6/1019:15LHR - CPT
2 stops34h 55mSWISS
Wed 15/1008:40CPT - LHR
1 stop32h 45mSWISS
Deal found 14/7£607
Tue 11/1117:25LHR - CPT
1 stop26h 40mKenya Airways
Tue 2/1207:20CPT - LHR
1 stop34h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/7£618
Sat 13/921:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 27/913:50CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/7£623
Wed 15/1022:25LHR - CPT
1 stop36h 25mTurkish Airlines
Wed 22/1016:35CPT - LHR
1 stop24h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/7£625

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 15 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

Fly from

Heathrow

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 23/9

06:30-21:25

1 stop13h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/10

23:35-16:35

1 stop18h 00m

£588

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 27/10

20:25-21:55

1 stop23h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

08:50-09:00

2 stops26h 10m

£588

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 31/12

14:45-06:45

1 stop14h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/1

08:50-21:25

1 stop14h 35m

£602

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 6/10

19:15-07:10

2 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/10

08:40-16:25

1 stop32h 45m

£607

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 11/11

17:25-22:05

1 stop26h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/12

07:20-15:30

1 stop34h 10m

£618

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 13/9

21:00-13:00

1 stop15h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 27/9

13:50-07:00

1 stop18h 10m

£623

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 15/10

22:25-11:50

1 stop36h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/10

16:35-16:00

1 stop24h 25m

£625

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 11/11

15:30-17:25

1 stop23h 55m

£417

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 4/11

20:45-11:25

3 stops36h 40m

£418

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Fri 28/11

17:10-07:30

1 stop36h 20m

£421

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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

How far ahead should I 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 11 July 2025.

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 £1,330). 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 LHR to CPT?

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 15 July 2025.

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?

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

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.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport 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 15 July 2025.

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).

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 15 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, SWISS, andQatar Airways 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
1,372 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,657 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,603 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,901 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
790 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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 4 flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl per day from 16 different airlines.

  • 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 KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £589 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and Ethiopian Air, starting at £607 and £623 round-trip. KLM is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 (88%), Finnair (88%), Iberia (88%).

  • 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 £1,868, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £630. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around £550.

  • 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 Nairobi. Amsterdam is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. Addis Ababa comes next as the third most popular stopover location for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Amsterdam?

    Most Amsterdam visitors opt to spend their time at De Dam, Ziggo Dome, and Melkweg. De Dam, Ziggo Dome, and Melkweg can be accessed by travelling approximately 7.0 mi, 7.2 mi, and 6.3 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Amsterdam can hire a car from Amsterdam Schiphol for about £36 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. Kigali 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 £1,330). 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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FlySafairCheapest£84Average£90FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£343Average£564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapest£494Average£646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.Cheapest£496Average£575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£512Average£611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapest£528Average£763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£528Average£886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£536Average£795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapest£536Average£784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£539Average£818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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