Cheap flights from Sheffield to Cape Town from £504

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sheffield to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sheffield to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£546

One-way from

£504

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£699
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 27/1-8/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 35h 20m total
  • Sheffield to Cape Town
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 00m total
  • Sheffield to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£61 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Cheapest flights from Sheffield to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sheffield to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 January 2026.

Mon 26/118:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/213:50CPT - MAN
2 stops20h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1£546
Mon 8/618:30MAN - CPT
1 stop17h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 24/613:50CPT - MAN
1 stop19h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1£555
Tue 20/106:00MAN - CPT
1 stop21h 50mAir France
Mon 9/207:55CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 35mAir France
Deal found 6/1£563
Tue 3/318:30MAN - CPT
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 22/315:25CPT - MAN
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1£563
Sun 3/517:35MAN - CPT
1 stop17h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sun 10/516:35CPT - MAN
1 stop18h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1£566
Sun 3/517:35MAN - CPT
1 stop17h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/516:35CPT - MAN
1 stop18h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1£567
Sun 25/119:55MAN - CPT
3 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/108:45CPT - MAN
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1£568
Sat 17/118:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 23/114:35CPT - MAN
2 stops18h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/1£569
Thu 22/111:00MAN - CPT
1 stop32h 55mKLM
Mon 9/218:25CPT - MAN
2 stops20h 20mKLM
Deal found 6/1£570
Tue 20/106:00MAN - CPT
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/218:25CPT - MAN
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1£571
Wed 21/105:50MAN - CPT
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/207:55CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1£572
Wed 21/117:05MAN - CPT
1 stop34h 45mAir France
Wed 11/207:55CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 35mAir France
Deal found 6/1£572

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 22/1

13:40-21:55

1 stop30h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

15:20-12:45

2 stops23h 25m

£572

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 25/1

18:30-13:45

2 stops17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

13:50-07:30

2 stops19h 40m

£596

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 4/2

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/2

15:25-07:30

2 stops18h 05m

£596

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 18/1

09:05-21:55

1 stop34h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

07:55-10:10

1 stop28h 15m

£598

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 7/5

18:30-14:35

2 stops19h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:50-08:30

2 stops19h 40m

£617

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 8/3

20:45-06:10

1 stop31h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

07:55-21:30

1 stop15h 35m

£620

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sat 24/1

18:30-14:35

1 stop18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/1

14:35-07:30

1 stop18h 55m

£620

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 29/4

13:10-11:50

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

16:35-16:30

1 stop24h 55m

£625

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 3/2

09:05-05:50

2 stops18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

18:25-12:45

2 stops20h 20m

£627

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 4/6

11:05-09:30

1 stop21h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/6

22:50-13:20

1 stop15h 30m

£628

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sheffield to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Sheffield to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Cape Town (average of £417). Flying from Sheffield to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £650). 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.

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 8 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Sheffield to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Sheffield?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Sheffield, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Sheffield to Cape Town Intl per day from 10 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Sheffield to Cape Town?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sheffield to Cape Town in 17h 15m. Fly via KLM or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. There are 6158 mi between Sheffield and Cape Town. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Kenya Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £328. Users have also found prices from £331 and £335 on SWISS and Lufthansa, respectively.

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Cape Town (average of £417). Flying from Sheffield to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £650). 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£427Average£574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£436Average£689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest£485Average£696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£512Average£752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£539Average£814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£571Average£740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£592Average£714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£600Average£708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapest£666Average£896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£729Average£890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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