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Cheap flights from Leeds to Cape Town from £635

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LBA — CPT
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Leeds to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Leeds (LBA) 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 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£635

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£1,086
Air France
  • Air France
  • 4/12-15/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 40m total
  • Leeds to Cape Town
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Thu 4/1206:05LBA - CPT
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1207:55CPT - LBA
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10£635
Thu 4/1206:05LBA - CPT
2 stops21h 45mAir France
Mon 15/1207:55CPT - LBA
2 stops27h 35mAir France
Deal found 29/10£661
Tue 30/1217:20LBA - CPT
2 stops38h 25mKLM
Thu 22/114:00CPT - LBA
2 stops28h 45mKLM
Deal found 30/10£688
Thu 4/1206:05LBA - CPT
1 stop22h 05mKLM
Mon 15/1223:45CPT - LBA
1 stop14h 35mKLM
Deal found 29/10£702
Wed 31/1206:10LBA - CPT
2 stops25h 35mKLM
Fri 23/118:25CPT - LBA
2 stops29h 30mKLM
Deal found 30/10£760
Tue 30/1212:50LBA - CPT
2 stops42h 55mKLM
Wed 21/114:00CPT - LBA
2 stops28h 45mKLM
Deal found 30/10£790
Tue 9/1212:50LBA - CPT
1 stop31h 05mKLM
Tue 16/1208:00CPT - LBA
1 stop15h 55mKLM
Deal found 31/10£821

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Leeds

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 4/12

06:05-05:50

2 stops21h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/12

07:55-09:30

2 stops27h 35m

£661

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 31/12

06:10-09:45

2 stops25h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

15:20-21:55

2 stops32h 35m

£760

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 31/12

06:10-09:45

2 stops25h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

18:25-16:45

2 stops24h 20m

£760

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 31/12

06:10-21:55

1 stop13h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

18:25-21:55

2 stops29h 30m

£808

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 4/12

07:25-13:45

3 stops28h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/12

17:15-16:45

3 stops25h 30m

£810

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Tue 9/12

12:50-21:55

1 stop31h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/12

08:00-21:55

1 stop15h 55m

£821

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Tue 30/12

17:20-21:55

1 stop26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

15:20-16:45

2 stops27h 25m

£839

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 29/12

12:50-12:40

2 stops45h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

18:25-16:45

2 stops24h 20m

£863

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Deals found on 29/10

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Leeds to Cape Town?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to Cape Town (average of £444). Flying from Leeds to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £666). 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 LBA to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Leeds 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 31 October 2025.

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

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 31 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM from Leeds to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
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Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Leeds to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Leeds to Cape Town?

    Departing from Leeds to Cape Town will take you 21h 45m. The distance between Leeds and Cape Town is about 6185 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Leeds to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at £586, KLM will fly you from Leeds to Cape Town and back. In addition to KLM, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. This flight start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Leeds to Cape Town?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Leeds 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 Leeds to Cape Town?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to Cape Town (average of £444). Flying from Leeds to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £666). 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 airline flying from Leeds to Cape Town

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Leeds 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£586Average£839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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