Cheap flights from London to Cape Town

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From London to Cape Town

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 centre vof the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from London per day. 17 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from London on a regular basis.

Which airlines flying from London to Cape Town Intl have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of the carriers operating flights from London to Cape Town Intl that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are British Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Emirates. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from London to Cape Town Intl to control the spread of COVID-19?

Airlines globally have implemented additional safety measures to accommodate you. Etihad Airways is one of them. Some of the new policies that have been implemented to accommodate travellers flying from London to Cape Town Intl are improved sanitation, HEPA filters, mask requirements, socially-distanced seating (for a limited time), and pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms. Policies will vary by airline.

Are flight prices decreasing from London to Cape Town due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both London and Cape Town for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Can I find flights from London to Cape Town for under £500 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from London to Cape Town for under £500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Lufthansa for just £406, but on average you can expect to pay £413.

Are there direct flights from London to Cape Town for under £500 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from London to Cape Town under £500. A good price for a direct flight from London to Cape Town is less than £513.

Are there last-minute flights available from London to Cape Town for under £500?

There are currently 20+ open flights from London to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than £500.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Cape Town return?

Currently priced at £406, Lufthansa will fly you from London to Cape Town and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Kenya Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £412 and £418, respectively. Lufthansa is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

How long is the flight from London to Cape Town?

If you fancy flying direct, the travel time is 11 hours 30 minutes. Flights with a stopover usually last between 15 and 19 hours.

Which airlines operate flights from London to Cape Town?

British Airways flies direct, while KLM and South African Airways offer flights with stopovers. You could also book with two different airlines, e.g. fly to Johannesburg with Virgin Atlantic and continue your journey to Cape Town with South African Airways.

How frequent are flights between London and Cape Town?

Direct London to Cape Town flights run daily. Want a bit more choice? There are over 10 extra flight routes a day – they just include a layover.

Which airports serve London and Cape Town?

Heathrow Airport offers direct flights from London to Cape Town. Alternatively, book an indirect flight that takes off from London City Airport, Gatwick Airport or London Stansted Airport.

Which direct flight route between London and Cape Town is cheapest?

British Airways is the only airline that offers a direct flight to Cape Town at the moment. It usually flies from Heathrow Airport. A flight from London to Cape Town whisks you straight to one of the prettiest cities in South Africa. You could sip cocktails on the Victoria & Albert Waterfront, learn about apartheid in the District Six Museum, browse artwork in the South African National Gallery, or catch a cable car up Table Mountain. Boulders Beach is within grabbing distance, too – home to a colony of African penguins. Weather-wise, Cape Town tends to get more sunshine than London for most of the year, with temperatures really rocketing up between October and April. Use our smart search engine to find cheap flights to Cape Town.