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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cape Town from £302

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 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
21 Nov — 28 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manchester to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or March, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 October 2025.

Thu 27/1118:30MAN - CPT
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/1214:35CPT - MAN
2 stops18h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/10£548
Mon 24/1111:50MAN - CPT
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1112:30CPT - MAN
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10£549
Wed 5/1107:50MAN - CPT
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1112:30CPT - MAN
1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10£557
Wed 31/1218:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 28/213:50CPT - MAN
2 stops20h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/10£558
Sun 16/1118:30MAN - CPT
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Thu 20/1113:50CPT - MAN
2 stops20h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/10£568
Fri 7/1118:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 15/1113:50CPT - MAN
2 stops20h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/10£572
Tue 18/1118:30MAN - CPT
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 22/1113:50CPT - MAN
2 stops20h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/10£573
Mon 10/1120:40MAN - CPT
1 stop23h 15mKLM
Fri 21/1108:00CPT - MAN
1 stop26h 20mKLM
Deal found 20/10£574
Mon 10/1117:25MAN - CPT
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1107:55CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10£575
Mon 10/1120:40MAN - CPT
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1207:55CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/10£575
Mon 10/1117:25MAN - CPT
1 stop26h 30mKLM
Tue 25/1108:00CPT - MAN
1 stop26h 20mKLM
Deal found 21/10£579
Fri 31/1005:50MAN - CPT
1 stop14h 05mKLM
Sat 8/1108:00CPT - MAN
1 stop14h 00mKLM
Deal found 20/10£582

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) 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 22 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£543

One-way from

£302

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£774
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/2-1/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 10m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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26/1
  • 26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 00m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£35 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester 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 22 October 2025.
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ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 1/12

17:25-21:55

1 stop26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/12

07:55-21:30

1 stop15h 35m

£573

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 11/11

18:30-13:45

2 stops17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/11

15:25-08:20

2 stops18h 55m

£598

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 15/3

05:50-21:55

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/3

07:55-21:30

1 stop15h 35m

£600

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sat 22/11

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/12

13:50-08:20

2 stops20h 30m

£616

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 13/3

05:50-21:55

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

07:55-21:30

1 stop15h 35m

£625

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 27/11

09:05-21:55

1 stop34h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/12

18:25-20:05

2 stops27h 40m

£639

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 10/11

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/11

13:50-08:20

2 stops20h 30m

£648

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 7/11

05:50-21:55

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

23:45-20:05

1 stop22h 20m

£664

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 4/2

11:05-17:20

2 stops28h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/2

07:55-10:10

1 stop28h 15m

£664

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 26/1

19:30-07:30

2 stops34h 00m

£302

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 17 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Manchester to Cape Town is 88 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of £439). Flying from Manchester to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £655). 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 MAN to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester 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 22 October 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from Manchester to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons 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.

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 22 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Manchester 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
7.7
Good
1,404 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

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
1,404 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,404 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,653 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,404 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,022 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,404 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

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.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
877 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,404 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

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.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,507 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,404 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Cape Town?

    For as low as £598, Ethiopian Air can have you in Cape Town from Manchester in 17h 15m. There are 6158 mi between Manchester and Cape Town.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Manchester to Cape Town is Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £432 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and KLM, starting at £496 and £547 round-trip. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Most of the time, Manchester to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will stop in Addis Ababa. Amsterdam is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Manchester to Cape Town. Geneva comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Manchester to Cape Town flights.

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

    The majority of Amsterdam visitors spend their time at De Dam, Ziggo Dome, and Melkweg. De Dam, Ziggo Dome, and Melkweg are located about 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 £37 per day.

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

    Manchester to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in London. Zurich sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Manchester to Cape Town. Frankfurt am Main follows Zurich in terms of the least frequent stopover locations on Manchester to Cape Town flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of £439). Flying from Manchester to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £655). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Manchester 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 22 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest£432Average£585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapest£496Average£704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£547Average£760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£560Average£740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£575Average£711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£577Average£717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£597Average£727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£605Average£702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapest£680Average£916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£733Average£970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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