Cheap flights from York to Cape Town from £520

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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
18 Feb — 25 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from York to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for York to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 19 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£563

One-way from

£520

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£707
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 4/6-13/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 35h 20m total
  • York to Cape Town
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 7/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 05m total
  • York to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£62 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Cheapest flights from York to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from York to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 January 2026.

Sun 18/117:25
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/107:55
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1£564
Mon 19/113:40
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/107:55
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1£566
Sun 12/418:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 23/415:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops17h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/1£566
Fri 5/618:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops19h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 12/615:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/1£568
Mon 9/218:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/214:35
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/1£569
Sun 22/218:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 8/315:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/1£570
Thu 22/118:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/215:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/1£571
Thu 22/113:40
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop30h 15m
KLM
Thu 5/218:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops20h 20m
KLM
Deal found 17/1£572
Mon 19/117:25
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop26h 30m
KLM
Mon 26/118:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops20h 20m
KLM
Deal found 18/1£572
Sat 28/218:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/314:35
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/1£573
Sun 26/417:35
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop17h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 10/516:35
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop20h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1£574

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 3/3

18:30-13:45

2 stops17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

15:25-08:20

2 stops18h 55m

£598

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 7/5

18:30-14:35

2 stops19h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:50-08:30

2 stops19h 40m

£618

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 10/4

05:50-13:00

2 stops30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/4

14:20-10:20

2 stops45h 00m

£633

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 4/3

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

14:35-07:30

2 stops18h 55m

£648

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 17/2

17:05-17:20

2 stops22h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

13:10-10:10

2 stops23h 00m

£652

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 7/5

10:40-11:50

1 stop24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

16:35-09:35

1 stop18h 00m

£663

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 5/6

17:30-21:25

1 stop26h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/6

23:15-22:20

2 stops24h 05m

£665

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 17/2

16:50-14:35

2 stops19h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

17:15-21:25

1 stop30h 10m

£667

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sat 23/5

13:45-21:25

1 stop30h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/6

23:15-16:55

2 stops18h 40m

£669

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sat 7/2

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

£520

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Deals found on 19/1

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Best time to book a flight from York to Cape Town

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from York to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from York 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 York to Cape Town?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from York to Cape Town (average of £420). Flying from York to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £655). 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.

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 19 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from York to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

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

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

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

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

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

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

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

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

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

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from York?

    Located just 9.7 mi from the city center, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cape Town from York. Booking flights from York to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from York from 10 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from York to Cape Town?

    There are many flights that can get you from York to Cape Town in 17h 15m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Kenya Airways to get the fastest option. York and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 6158 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 York to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Kenya Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £331. However, be on the lookout for offers from SWISS and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from York to Cape Town for a low price.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from York 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 York to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from York to Cape Town (average of £420). Flying from York to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £655). 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 York to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest£430Average£579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapest£493Average£707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£548Average£825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£570Average£777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£576Average£723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£577Average£707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£594Average£724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£596Average£724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£669Average£953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£729Average£890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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