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Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from £399

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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CPT
7 Jul — 14 Jul1
1 adult

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

Cheap flight deals from London to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 2 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£562

One-way from

£399

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£998

Good round-trip deal

£513 or less

Good one-way deal

£281 or less
Air France
  • Air France
  • 19/9-14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 05m total
  • London to Cape Town
6/11
  • 6/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 27h 05m total
  • London to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (£19 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£23 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to Cape Town Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London (LON) to Cape Town Intl.

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Cheapest flights from London to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 July 2025.

Fri 19/906:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1023:35CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6£562
Thu 16/1009:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 30/1011:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 35mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 30/6£566
Tue 30/920:10LCY - CPT
1 stop24h 15mKLM
Thu 9/1023:15CPT - LCY
1 stop18h 25mKLM
Deal found 2/7£567
Tue 23/909:25LCY - CPT
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/1018:05CPT - LCY
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£568
Fri 19/906:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Sun 5/1023:15CPT - LHR
1 stop21h 10mKLM
Deal found 30/6£568
Mon 10/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1218:55CPT - LGW
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£568
Mon 6/1008:45LCY - CPT
1 stop23h 45mLufthansa
Tue 14/1018:05CPT - LCY
1 stop23h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 30/6£570
Tue 9/905:30LGW - CPT
1 stop29h 20mTurkish Airlines
Thu 25/916:35CPT - LGW
1 stop24h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7£572
Tue 25/1119:15LHR - CPT
1 stop34h 25mLufthansa
Tue 27/109:30CPT - LHR
1 stop24h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 1/7£573
Sun 17/821:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 2/915:25CPT - LHR
1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/6£575
Wed 5/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 20mA.P.G.
Sat 15/1112:00CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 1/7£582
Tue 4/1106:20LHR - CPT
1 stop22h 25mAir France
Wed 19/1108:50CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 35mAir France
Deal found 30/6£585

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LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Fri 19/9

06:30-21:25

1 stop13h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/10

23:35-13:45

1 stop15h 10m

£562

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Thu 16/10

09:30-22:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/10

11:45-21:20

Nonstop11h 35m

£566

LondonCape Town

LCY - CPT

LCYCPT

London City

Tue 30/9

20:10-21:25

1 stop24h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/10

23:15-16:40

1 stop18h 25m

£567

LondonCape Town

LCY - CPT

LCYCPT

London City

Tue 23/9

09:25-07:10

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/10

18:05-16:25

1 stop23h 20m

£568

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Fri 19/9

06:30-21:25

1 stop13h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

23:15-19:25

1 stop21h 10m

£568

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 10/11

20:30-09:50

Nonstop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/12

18:55-12:35

1 stop19h 40m

£568

LondonCape Town

LCY - CPT

LCYCPT

London City

Mon 6/10

08:45-09:30

1 stop23h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/10

18:05-16:25

1 stop23h 20m

£570

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 9/9

05:30-11:50

1 stop29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/9

16:35-16:15

1 stop24h 40m

£572

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 25/11

19:15-07:40

1 stop34h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

09:30-08:05

1 stop24h 35m

£573

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sun 17/8

21:00-13:45

1 stop15h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/9

15:25-07:00

1 stop16h 35m

£575

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Best time to book a flight from London to Cape Town

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from London to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 11 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from London 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 LON to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 2 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings 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 to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from London 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 2 July 2025.

The most flights from LON 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).

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Cape Town?

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 2 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to Cape Town, such as Emirates, KLM, andAir France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London 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?

    For a flight from London to Cape Town, you will be flying into Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 4 inbound flights from London per day. 16 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from London on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Norse Atlantic UK is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at £566. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at £567 and £570, respectively. Norse Atlantic UK is 24% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £399. However, be on the lookout for offers from SWISS and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from London to Cape Town for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Cape Town?

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

    Consider American Airlines (88%), Finnair (88%) or Iberia (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London to Cape Town.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Cape Town?

    The cheapest flight price from London to Cape Town is £628. On average you can expect to pay £1,838. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for £515.

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

  • 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 landing in Amsterdam looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £30 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from London 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from London to Cape Town?

    When you book a flight to Cape Town from London, you will have to book a one-stop flight as there are no direct flights available along this route. The most popular airlines offering these flights are Qatar and Lufthansa. Lufthansa have a firm eye on eco-friendly travel and have several programs in place to combat the damage flying does to the environment. They are strict about planning routes and monitoring fuel consumption, especially on longer flights such as this one. All their planes are flying with the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel, or SAF, to reduce CO2 emissions. Onboard, you will see avoidance and reduction of plastic produces, while the company focuses on reducing noise pollution by flying quieter air crafts that put out 95% less noise during take-off and landing.

  • How to fly more sustainably from London to Cape Town?

    Flights that support sustainable travel can be complemented by the individual traveller. Firstly, remember that economy class seats contribute 50% less to your personal carbon footprint. Luxury comes at the cost of your planet. Another way you, as a passenger can contribute, is to make sure you have packed your bags with weight reduction in mind. Tips for how to pack light, include wearing neutral colours so you are able to mix and match fewer items. Only pack items of clothes you frequently wear. Lastly, research where you will be able to get laundry done during your trip so you can be confident taking less clothes with you.

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FlySafairCheapest£82Average£89FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest£324Average£818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£334Average£546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.Cheapest£358Average£576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£390Average£777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£462Average£723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£478Average£636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£483Average£656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapest£484Average£632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£525Average£792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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