Cheap flights from Manchester to Cape Town from £423
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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manchester to Cape Town Intl are usually found in March or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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 17 September 2025.
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 17 September 2025.
Tue 30/1217:25MAN - CPT
2 stops38h 20mKLM
Tue 20/118:25CPT - MAN
2 stops20h 20mKLM
Deal found 14/9£581
Mon 27/1020:40MAN - CPT
2 stops35h 05mKLM
Fri 7/1108:00CPT - MAN
1 stop26h 20mKLM
Deal found 14/9£581
Tue 25/1120:40MAN - CPT
1 stop23h 15mKLM
Wed 10/1207:55CPT - MAN
2 stops26h 25mKLM
Deal found 14/9£590
Fri 26/918:30MAN - CPT
2 stops17h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 13/1115:25CPT - MAN
2 stops18h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9£591
Wed 12/1119:40MAN - CPT
1 stop32h 10mAir France
Wed 3/1207:55CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 35mAir France
Deal found 14/9£593
Thu 4/1213:00MAN - CPT
2 stops16h 40mLufthansa
Fri 26/1209:30CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 16/9£596
Mon 10/1105:50MAN - CPT
2 stops25h 55mKLM
Thu 4/1207:55CPT - MAN
2 stops28h 15mKLM
Deal found 14/9£598
Fri 7/1117:30MAN - CPT
2 stops17h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 18/1115:25CPT - MAN
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/9£603
Best flights from Manchester to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Manchester to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
Mon 8/1206:25MAN - CPT
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1209:00CPT - MAN
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£593
Mon 8/1218:45MAN - CPT
2 stops34h 55mSWISS
Sun 28/1209:00CPT - MAN
1 stop30h 15mSWISS
Deal found 16/9£629
Wed 4/320:35MAN - CPT
1 stop31h 35mKLM
Fri 3/423:15CPT - MAN
1 stop14h 55mKLM
Deal found 16/9£632
Thu 29/114:05MAN - CPT
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 2/212:35CPT - MAN
1 stop25h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/9£645
Sun 15/311:15MAN - CPT
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/309:25CPT - MAN
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£629
Sat 14/309:10MAN - CPT
1 stop20h 20mSWISS
Fri 20/309:25CPT - MAN
1 stop24h 55mSWISS
Deal found 16/9£645
Thu 12/314:05MAN - CPT
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 16/319:00CPT - MAN
1 stop38h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/9£646
Fri 13/313:40MAN - CPT
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/307:55CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£634
Thu 12/321:30MAN - CPT
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 21/312:35CPT - MAN
1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/9£670
Wed 11/321:30MAN - CPT
1 stop35h 00mQatar Airways
Sat 21/312:35CPT - MAN
1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/9£672
Mon 9/213:40MAN - CPT
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/207:55CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£673
Thu 27/1121:30MAN - CPT
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
Mon 1/1219:00CPT - MAN
1 stop38h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/9£702
Last-minute flights from Manchester to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Manchester to Cape Town. Data last updated 17 September 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sun 21/918:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/915:25CPT - MAN
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/9£631
Sun 21/920:40MAN - CPT
1 stop23h 30mKLM
Sun 28/923:15CPT - MAN
1 stop21h 50mKLM
Deal found 16/9£717
Sun 21/920:40MAN - CPT
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/907:25CPT - MAN
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£722
Tue 23/905:55MAN - CPT
1 stop14h 30mKLM
Thu 2/1007:45CPT - MAN
1 stop25h 35mKLM
Deal found 15/9£613
Fri 26/918:30MAN - CPT
2 stops17h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 13/1115:25CPT - MAN
2 stops18h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9£591
Fri 26/907:40MAN - CPT
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/1112:30CPT - MAN
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£710
One-way flights from Manchester to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Manchester to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
Fri 6/208:40MAN - CPT
2 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£423
Sun 7/1208:50MAN - CPT
1 stop30h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/9£429
Fri 28/1111:30MAN - CPT
3 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£436
Tue 30/922:50MAN - CPT
2 stops46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£451
Mon 26/118:45MAN - CPT
1 stop34h 45mSWISS
Deal found 15/9£470
Sun 21/1209:15MAN - CPT
3 stops51h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£499
Tue 20/117:45MAN - CPT
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 16/9£504
Sun 7/1218:30MAN - CPT
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/9£518
Sun 7/1212:50MAN - CPT
2 stops23h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 15/9£519
Sun 7/1219:55MAN - CPT
2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£520
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 17 September 2025.
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Manchester
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Cape Town
Route
Depart
Return
Price
ManchesterCape Town
MAN - CPT
MANCPT
Manchester
Mon 8/12
06:25-07:40
1 stop23h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 28/12
09:00-08:20
1 stop25h 20m
£593
ManchesterCape Town
MAN - CPT
MANCPT
Manchester
Mon 8/12
18:45-07:40
2 stops34h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 28/12
09:00-13:15
1 stop30h 15m
£629
ManchesterCape Town
MAN - CPT
MANCPT
Manchester
Sun 15/3
11:15-07:40
1 stop18h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 20/3
09:25-08:20
1 stop24h 55m
£629
ManchesterCape Town
MAN - CPT
MANCPT
Manchester
Wed 4/3
20:35-06:10
1 stop31h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 3/4
23:15-13:10
1 stop14h 55m
£632
ManchesterCape Town
MAN - CPT
MANCPT
Manchester
Fri 13/3
13:40-06:10
1 stop14h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 15/3
07:55-21:30
1 stop15h 35m
£634
ManchesterCape Town
MAN - CPT
MANCPT
Manchester
Sat 14/3
09:10-07:30
1 stop20h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 20/3
09:25-08:20
1 stop24h 55m
£645
ManchesterCape Town
MAN - CPT
MANCPT
Manchester
Thu 29/1
14:05-17:25
1 stop25h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 2/2
12:35-12:20
1 stop25h 45m
£645
ManchesterCape Town
MAN - CPT
MANCPT
Manchester
Thu 12/3
14:05-17:25
1 stop25h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 16/3
19:00-07:05
1 stop38h 05m
£646
ManchesterCape Town
MAN - CPT
MANCPT
Manchester
Thu 12/3
21:30-17:25
1 stop17h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 21/3
12:35-07:15
1 stop20h 40m
£670
ManchesterCape Town
MAN - CPT
MANCPT
Manchester
Wed 11/3
21:30-10:30
1 stop35h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 21/3
12:35-07:15
1 stop20h 40m
£672
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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town
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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 12 September 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Manchester to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,312). 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 17 September 2025.
Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% 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.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Manchester to Cape Town?
Share of one-stop return flights from Manchester to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 37% of one-stop itineraries from Manchester to Cape Town on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Manchester to Cape Town?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Manchester to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 43m.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Manchester to Cape Town?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Manchester to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 43m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Manchester to Cape Town?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Manchester to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 00m.
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 17 September 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.
Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Related info for your journey
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How long is the flight from Manchester to Cape Town?
For as low as £632, SWISS can have you in Cape Town from Manchester in 31h 35m. There are 6158 mi between Manchester and Cape Town. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
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 £423 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and KLM, starting at £488 and £537 round-trip. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 42% 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 £41 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. Marseille 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Manchester to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,312). 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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