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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Cape Town from £303

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CPT
22 Feb — 1 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Cape Town

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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 23 January 2026.

Wed 20/518:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops19h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 29/515:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1£515
Sun 6/918:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/1015:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1£517
Mon 12/1018:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/1113:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops20h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1£519
Fri 6/218:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 18/214:35
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1£521
Thu 14/518:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops19h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 22/513:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops19h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1£523
Wed 4/318:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 3/415:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1£525
Sun 11/1018:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 20/1015:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops17h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/1£530
Sat 24/118:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 9/214:35
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1£532
Thu 23/417:45
STN
-
CPT
1 stop17h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 10/516:35
CPT
-
STN
1 stop18h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/1£534
Mon 9/310:00
LGW
-
CPT
1 stop25h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/315:25
CPT
-
LGW
1 stop16h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1£534
Mon 4/520:05
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
SWISS
Thu 21/522:25
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop15h 35m
SWISS
Deal found 22/1£534
Mon 2/320:30
LGW
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 30m
Norse Atlantic UK
Wed 18/308:45
CPT
-
LGW
Nonstop11h 45m
Norse Atlantic UK
Deal found 22/1£534

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 23 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£515

One-way from

£248

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£650

Good round-trip deal

£492 or less

Good one-way deal

£317 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 20/5-29/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 37h 10m total
  • United Kingdom to Cape Town
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10/5
  • 10/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 05m total
  • United Kingdom to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 January 2026.
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

Fri 6/2

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/2

15:25-08:20

2 stops18h 55m

£521

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Thu 16/4

10:10-13:00

1 stop25h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/4

13:50-06:25

1 stop17h 35m

£540

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Thu 28/5

08:20-21:30

2 stops36h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

16:35-09:05

1 stop17h 30m

£559

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 14/4

10:10-14:35

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/5

13:50-06:20

1 stop17h 30m

£560

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Fri 10/4

10:50-11:50

1 stop24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

16:35-09:55

1 stop18h 20m

£584

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 17/3

10:00-08:20

2 stops20h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

13:50-06:20

1 stop17h 30m

£586

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sat 9/5

14:05-11:50

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

16:35-13:10

1 stop21h 35m

£589

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Fri 24/4

23:05-06:15

2 stops30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

16:35-09:05

1 stop17h 30m

£592

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 14/5

11:10-21:25

1 stop33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

23:15-13:10

1 stop14h 55m

£598

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 13/4

10:10-18:55

2 stops55h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

13:50-06:20

1 stop17h 30m

£599

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town (average of £224). Flying from United Kingdom to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £652). 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 23 January 2026.

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

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 23 January 2026.

The most flights from GB0 to CPT are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

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

About 12% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 119 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?

Monday 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 6% 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 23 January 2026.
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
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
948 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,694 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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, Turkish Airlines, and Norse Atlantic UK can get you from United Kingdom to Cape Town in just under 11h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 05m. United Kingdom and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 5988 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 (£174), Virgin Atlantic (£206), and Hahn Air (£221).

  • 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: Scandinavian Airlines (90%), China Eastern (90%), Delta (90%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £1,869 for a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is £206 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at £474.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town (average of £224). Flying from United Kingdom to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £652). 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 23 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapest£84Average£90FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest£309Average£861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£346Average£523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£398Average£753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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A.P.G.Cheapest£431Average£587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£434Average£754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£436Average£687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Hahn AirCheapest£457Average£629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapest£483Average£573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£491Average£751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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