Cheap flights from Sheffield to Cape Town from £405

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 20/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sheffield to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£583

One-way from

£405

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£647
KLM
  • KLM
  • 30/12-20/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 20m total
  • Sheffield to Cape Town
20/9
  • 20/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 20m total
  • Sheffield to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£34 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from Sheffield to Cape Town

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 16 September 2025.

Tue 30/1217:25MAN - CPT
2 stops38h 20mKLM
Tue 20/118:25CPT - MAN
2 stops20h 20mKLM
Deal found 14/9£583
Mon 27/1020:40MAN - CPT
2 stops35h 05mKLM
Fri 7/1108:00CPT - MAN
1 stop26h 20mKLM
Deal found 14/9£584
Mon 3/1109:05MAN - CPT
2 stops46h 40mKLM
Tue 18/1108:00CPT - MAN
1 stop14h 05mKLM
Deal found 13/9£590
Tue 25/1113:40MAN - CPT
1 stop30h 15mKLM
Wed 10/1207:55CPT - MAN
2 stops28h 15mKLM
Deal found 13/9£592
Fri 26/918:30MAN - CPT
2 stops17h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 13/1115:25CPT - MAN
2 stops18h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9£593
Wed 12/1119:40MAN - CPT
1 stop32h 10mAir France
Wed 3/1207:55CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 35mAir France
Deal found 14/9£595
Tue 4/1120:40MAN - CPT
2 stops35h 05mKLM
Mon 17/1107:55CPT - MAN
2 stops30h 50mKLM
Deal found 13/9£599
Mon 10/1105:50MAN - CPT
2 stops25h 55mKLM
Thu 4/1207:55CPT - MAN
2 stops28h 15mKLM
Deal found 14/9£600
Tue 16/918:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 26/1015:25CPT - MAN
2 stops19h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9£601
Tue 18/1120:40MAN - CPT
2 stops35h 05mKLM
Fri 12/1208:00CPT - MAN
1 stop26h 20mKLM
Deal found 15/9£606
Tue 28/1019:40MAN - CPT
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1123:45CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9£606

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Fly from

Sheffield

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 9/3

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

13:50-08:30

2 stops20h 40m

£593

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

£648

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 11/3

21:30-10:30

1 stop35h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

18:55-07:05

1 stop38h 10m

£650

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 10/2

09:10-07:30

1 stop20h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

09:25-08:20

1 stop24h 55m

£657

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 13/3

14:05-17:25

1 stop25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

12:35-07:05

1 stop20h 30m

£672

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

£673

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 9/3

21:30-10:30

1 stop35h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

18:55-12:20

1 stop19h 25m

£674

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

£674

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 27/11

21:30-17:25

1 stop17h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/12

19:00-07:05

1 stop38h 05m

£704

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 13/3

21:30-17:25

1 stop17h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

12:35-08:50

2 stops22h 15m

£711

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Sheffield to Cape Town

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

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 12 September 2025.

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Sheffield to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,313). 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 SH9 to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Sheffield 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 16 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sheffield to Cape Town as you normally would.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sheffield 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 16 September 2025.
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.

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

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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  • 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 18h 05m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, or SWISS to get the fastest option. There are 6158 mi between Sheffield and Cape Town. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Sheffield to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,313). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Sheffield to Cape Town

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Ethiopian AirCheapest£424Average£596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapest£489Average£695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£511Average£771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£539Average£783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£564Average£700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£568Average£784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£587Average£758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£596Average£767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapest£670Average£912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£727Average£877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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