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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Cape Town from £259

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
26 Dec — 2 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 26 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£447

One-way from

£259

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£519

Good round-trip deal

£358 or less

Good one-way deal

£295 or less
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 2/5-9/5
  • Nonstop
  • 23h 15m total
  • United Kingdom to Cape Town
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15/3
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 15m total
  • United Kingdom to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (£14 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£26 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 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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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 26 November 2025.

Mon 24/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mHahn Air
Mon 1/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mHahn Air
Deal found 23/11£460
Fri 28/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 4/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 24/11£461
Fri 28/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 18/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 25/11£465
Wed 26/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Wed 10/1208:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 23/11£466
Sun 30/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mHahn Air
Tue 2/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mHahn Air
Deal found 22/11£476
Mon 24/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mHahn Air
Tue 2/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mHahn Air
Deal found 23/11£478
Sun 30/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mA.P.G.
Wed 3/1208:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 25/11£485
Sat 29/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Wed 17/1208:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 25/11£486
Mon 1/1220:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mA.P.G.
Tue 23/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 25/11£491
Mon 1/1220:05LHR - CPT
1 stop33h 25mSWISS
Mon 8/1223:35CPT - LHR
1 stop20h 15mSWISS
Deal found 24/11£492
Wed 26/1118:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 15mSWISS
Wed 10/1209:00CPT - LHR
1 stop25h 05mSWISS
Deal found 24/11£495
Sun 30/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mA.P.G.
Tue 2/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 23/11£499

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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 26 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to Cape Town that are best for you.

Fly from

United Kingdom

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 3/5

09:00-21:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

23:30-10:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£500

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 20/4

20:30-09:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/5

23:30-10:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£525

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 19/1

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/1

08:45-18:30

Nonstop11h 45m

£543

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 24/2

18:30-13:45

2 stops17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

15:25-08:20

2 stops18h 55m

£548

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 2/3

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£560

EdinburghCape Town

EDI - CPT

EDICPT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

13:55-10:00

1 stop18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

12:30-16:45

1 stop30h 15m

£565

Newcastle upon TyneCape Town

NCL - CPT

NCLCPT

Newcastle upon Tyne

Sun 1/3

11:05-05:50

1 stop16h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

07:55-10:20

1 stop28h 25m

£582

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Mon 13/4

11:10-11:50

1 stop23h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

16:40-22:10

1 stop30h 30m

£584

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 18/3

12:05-07:40

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/3

09:25-08:05

1 stop24h 40m

£584

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Sun 3/5

17:45-11:50

1 stop17h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

16:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

£584

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

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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 £240). Flying from United Kingdom to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £667). 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 26 November 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 26 November 2025.

The most flights from GB0 to CPT are scheduled on a Wednesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, 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 114 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 10% 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 26 November 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
1,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,422 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
675 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good
KLM
7.7
Good
1,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
898 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,539 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,422 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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?

    Norse Atlantic UK, Ethiopian Air, and Air France can get you from United Kingdom to Cape Town in just under 11h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 45m. 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 (£291), Lufthansa (£401), and SWISS (£413).

  • 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 (100%), China Eastern (100%), Delta (100%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £1,879 for a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is £731 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at £477.

  • 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 £240). Flying from United Kingdom to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £667). 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 26 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapest£86Average£93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest£333Average£896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£360Average£560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£407Average£761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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A.P.G.Cheapest£428Average£600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£437Average£775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Hahn AirCheapest£458Average£751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£483Average£755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapest£496Average£587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£503Average£746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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