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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cape Town from £384

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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manchester to Cape Town Intl are usually found in March or May, booked 70 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 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£565

One-way from

£384

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£1,013
Air France
  • Air France
  • 1/12-15/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 7/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 55m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£38 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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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 11 July 2025.

Mon 1/1220:35MAN - CPT
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1208:50CPT - MAN
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7£565
Fri 29/805:55MAN - CPT
2 stops26h 50mKLM
Sun 14/923:15CPT - MAN
1 stop18h 30mKLM
Deal found 10/7£566
Wed 10/918:30MAN - CPT
2 stops17h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/915:25CPT - MAN
2 stops17h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/7£571
Sat 29/1109:10MAN - CPT
1 stop20h 20mSWISS
Mon 15/1223:35CPT - MAN
1 stop20h 20mSWISS
Deal found 9/7£574
Wed 12/1119:35MAN - CPT
1 stop33h 10mAir France
Wed 3/1208:50CPT - MAN
1 stop14h 40mAir France
Deal found 11/7£575
Tue 4/1116:50MAN - CPT
1 stop17h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 25/1117:15CPT - MAN
1 stop18h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/7£597
Tue 2/1211:15MAN - CPT
1 stop18h 25mLufthansa
Tue 16/1209:30CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 9/7£601

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to Cape Town that are best for you.

Fly from

Manchester

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 1/12

20:35-21:55

1 stop23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/12

08:50-21:30

1 stop14h 40m

£565

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 29/8

05:55-09:45

2 stops26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/9

23:15-16:45

1 stop18h 30m

£566

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 10/9

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/9

15:25-08:15

2 stops17h 50m

£571

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sat 29/11

09:10-07:30

1 stop20h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/12

23:35-17:55

1 stop20h 20m

£574

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 12/11

19:35-06:45

1 stop33h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/12

08:50-21:30

1 stop14h 40m

£575

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 4/11

16:50-11:50

1 stop17h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/11

17:15-09:50

1 stop18h 35m

£597

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 2/12

11:15-07:40

1 stop18h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/12

09:30-23:20

1 stop15h 50m

£601

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 7/12

09:10-22:05

1 stop34h 55m

£396

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 5/1

21:30-07:30

2 stops32h 00m

£429

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 7/12

06:25-11:00

2 stops26h 35m

£443

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Deals found on 10/7

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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 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Manchester to Cape Town is 70 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 £1,330). 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 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 11 July 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.

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 11 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Air France, andSWISS 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

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Manchester to Cape Town is KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £566 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and SWISS, starting at £571 and £574 round-trip. KLM is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is SWISS, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £384. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from Manchester to Cape Town for a low price.

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

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Amsterdam?

    De Dam, Ziggo Dome, and Melkweg are the most popular attractions in Amsterdam if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. 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. Travellers can book a car hire at Amsterdam Schiphol for about £33 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for 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 £1,330). 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest£424Average£591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapest£510Average£717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£539Average£757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£555Average£756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£565Average£706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£572Average£782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£588Average£722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£604Average£653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapest£701Average£932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£735Average£927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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