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

Lufthansa, SWISS, and Turkish Airlines can get you from United Kingdom to Cape Town in just under 17h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 20m. 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 Condor (£78), Virgin Atlantic (£205), and Norse Atlantic UK (£218).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

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

While some choose either London Gatwick - 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 cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town?

On average you can expect to pay £2,207 for a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is £614 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at £509.

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: American Airlines (75%), Finnair (75%), Iberia (75%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from United Kingdom to Cape Town?

Before booking your flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town check out the most popular airlines for this route: Ethiopian Air, British Airways or Virgin Atlantic.

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.

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.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from United Kingdom to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 10 September 2026.

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Sat 5/12

13:10-10:35

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00:00-23:00

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06:15-07:35

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town (average of £607). Flying from United Kingdom to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,070). 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?

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

The most flights from GB0 to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 121 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 early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday 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 5% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 22 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

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

7.8

Good

1,576 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,576 reviews

KLM

7.8

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1,576 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Virgin Atlantic

7.4

Good

694 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,576 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Norse Atlantic UK

7.2

Good

KLM

7.8

Good

1,576 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

1,040 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,576 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

British Airways

6.7

Okay

8,209 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,576 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Related info for your journey

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?
Lufthansa, SWISS, and Turkish Airlines can get you from United Kingdom to Cape Town in just under 17h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 20m. 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 Condor (£78), Virgin Atlantic (£205), and Norse Atlantic UK (£218).
What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Cape Town?
While some choose either London Gatwick - 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: American Airlines (75%), Finnair (75%), Iberia (75%).
What are the cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town?
On average you can expect to pay £2,207 for a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is £614 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at £509.
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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town (average of £607). Flying from United Kingdom to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,070). 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

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Condor	Cheapest£269	Average£531	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Condor flights
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest£281	Average£721	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	Cheapest£326	Average£928	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Norse Atlantic UK	Cheapest£343	Average£524	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
Kenya Airways	Cheapest£382	Average£638	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest£414	Average£745	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
RwandAir	Cheapest£438	Average£595	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
A.P.G.	Cheapest£443	Average£618	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search A.P.G. flights
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest£447	Average£687	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Hahn Air	Cheapest£480	Average£668	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Hahn Air flights

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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 September 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

The most flights from GB0 to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 121 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 early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday 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 5% of flights being delayed.

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