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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Cape Town from £248

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CPT
9 Jan — 16 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 December 2025.

Wed 10/1220:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Wed 24/1208:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 9/12£583
Wed 31/1218:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 21/114:35CPT - MAN
2 stops18h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/12£608
Tue 30/1206:25LGW - CPT
1 stop27h 25mTurkish Airlines
Fri 16/117:15CPT - LGW
1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/12£619
Wed 31/1218:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 19/114:35CPT - MAN
2 stops18h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/12£633
Thu 11/1220:15LHR - CPT
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 14/114:35CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/12£637
Thu 11/1218:05STN - CPT
2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1207:55CPT - STN
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12£640
Wed 31/1220:15LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 23/114:35CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/12£640
Wed 31/1220:15LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 24/115:25CPT - LHR
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/12£645
Wed 31/1218:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 18/113:50CPT - MAN
2 stops19h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/12£648
Tue 30/1216:55LGW - CPT
3 stops43h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12£649
Wed 31/1218:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 25/115:25CPT - MAN
2 stops18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/12£649
Tue 30/1220:00LHR - CPT
1 stop37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 16/117:15CPT - LHR
1 stop23h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/12£650

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 10 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£459

One-way from

£248

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,050

Good round-trip deal

£355 or less

Good one-way deal

£294 or less
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 2/5-8/5
  • Nonstop
  • 23h 15m total
  • United Kingdom to Cape Town
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7/5
  • 7/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 00m total
  • United Kingdom to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (£7 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 10 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to Cape Town that are best for you.

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United Kingdom

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sat 3/1

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/1

13:50-07:30

2 stops19h 40m

£523

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 12/1

10:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

14:35-05:40

1 stop17h 05m

£528

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 12/1

10:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

14:35-05:40

1 stop17h 05m

£528

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 13/1

10:00-13:45

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

15:25-05:40

1 stop16h 15m

£528

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 11/1

10:00-13:45

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

09:00-05:40

2 stops22h 40m

£531

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sun 25/1

18:40-10:50

1 stop14h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

09:25-08:05

1 stop24h 40m

£545

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 23/1

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/1

14:35-07:30

2 stops18h 55m

£548

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Sun 19/4

17:45-11:50

1 stop17h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

16:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

£573

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Wed 28/1

10:15-11:50

1 stop23h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

17:15-22:35

1 stop31h 20m

£583

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Mon 11/5

11:10-11:50

1 stop23h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

16:40-16:50

1 stop25h 10m

£588

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Cape Town

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town (average of £237). Flying from United Kingdom to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £658). 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 GB to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 10 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from United Kingdom to Cape Town is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Kingdom to Cape Town?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Kingdom to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to Cape Town. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 10 December 2025.

The most flights from GB0 to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to Cape Town delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 116 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Kingdom to Cape Town flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United Kingdom to Cape Town flights?

Over the past year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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 10 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United Kingdom to Cape Town, such as KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andNorse Atlantic UK. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,431 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
675 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good
KLM
7.7
Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
903 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,573 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from United Kingdom?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 9.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town?

    Ethiopian Air, SWISS, and Turkish Airlines can get you from United Kingdom to Cape Town in just under 14h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 55m. United Kingdom and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 6012 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town are Norse Atlantic UK (£176), Hahn Air (£223), and A.P.G. (£254).

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Cape Town?

    While some choose either London City - Cape Town Intl or London Stansted - Cape Town Intl, London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl is the most popular route from United Kingdom to Cape Town.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from United Kingdom to Cape Town?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from United Kingdom to Cape Town on time: WestJet (100%), Scandinavian Airlines (98%), China Eastern (98%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town?

    On average you can expect to pay £1,817 for a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is £702 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at £411.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town (average of £237). Flying from United Kingdom to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £658). 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 United Kingdom to Cape Town

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 10 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapest£85Average£91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest£325Average£871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£358Average£551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£402Average£753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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A.P.G.Cheapest£423Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£432Average£766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£441Average£695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Hahn AirCheapest£461Average£693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapest£489Average£579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£490Average£763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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