Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from £346

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cape Town (average of £794). Flying from London to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,093). 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 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 8 inbound flights from London per day. 12 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from London on a regular basis.

• 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 SWISS for just £463, but on average you can expect to pay £512.

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

  Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from London to Cape Town under £900. A good price for a nonstop flight from London to Cape Town is less than £874.

• Are there last-minute flights available from London to Cape Town for under £600?

  There are currently 20+ open flights from London to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than £600.

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

  Flying on SWISS is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at £463. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, with the lowest prices starting at £523 and £538, respectively. SWISS is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

  While some choose either London Gatwick - Cape Town Intl or London Stansted - Cape Town Intl, London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl is the most popular route from London to Cape Town.

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

  When booking a flight from London to Cape Town, you may want to consider flying on Air France, British Airways or Emirates as they are the most popular for this route.

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

  Consider American Airlines (77%), Qatar Airways (77%) or Finnair (77%) 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 £648. On average you can expect to pay £2,202. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for £520.

• What does LHR to CPT mean?

  LHR and CPT are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. LHR to CPT refers to a flight route from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport. London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN), London City Airport (LCY), London Southend Airport (SEN) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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

  Flights departing from London and landing in Cape Town stopover in Addis Ababa most frequently. Nairobi follows Addis Ababa in terms of the most common stopover location on London to Cape Town flights. Amsterdam comes next as the third most popular stopover location for London to Cape Town flights.

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

  Most Nairobi visitors opt to spend their time at Buruburu Baptist, Nairobi National Park, and Kenyatta Mausoleum. Buruburu Baptist, Nairobi National Park, and Kenyatta Mausoleum can be accessed by travelling approximately 4.9 mi, 8.8 mi, and 7.8 mi, respectively from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Those landing in Nairobi looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £40 per day.

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

  Most Amsterdam visitors opt to spend their time at De Dam, Melkweg, and Rijksmuseum. De Dam, Melkweg and Rijksmuseum are located about 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 6.2 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Amsterdam can hire a car from Amsterdam Schiphol for about £36 per day.

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

  The least popular stopover on flights from London to Cape Town is Dubai. Harare follows Dubai in terms of the least common stopover location on London to Cape Town flights. Harare is followed by Kigali in terms of the least popular stopover location for London to Cape Town flights.

• Can I find deals for flights from London to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

  The amount of baggage you can bring on your London to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

• Can I find deals on flights from London to Cape Town with specific airlines?

  Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter London to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

• 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.

• Can I find deals for flights from London to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

  Many airlines flying from London to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

• Can I find deals on last-minute flights from London to Cape Town?

  Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on London to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

• How recently were the London to Cape Town flight deals updated?

  The London to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 17/4.

• 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.