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Cheap flights from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport from £154

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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LGW
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick are usually found in February or January, booked 6 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Gatwick

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Gatwick (LGW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£517

One-way from

£154

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£573

Good round-trip deal

£381 or less

Good one-way deal

£155 or less
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 17/12-10/2
  • Nonstop
  • 23h 15m total
  • Cape Town to London
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 2/12
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 45m total
  • Cape Town to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£42 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£7 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 Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick.
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Gatwick
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Gatwick. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Fri 28/1109:00CPT - LGW
1 stop34h 50mSWISS
Fri 5/1218:40LGW - CPT
1 stop34h 50mSWISS
Deal found 24/11£503
Wed 17/1208:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Tue 10/217:15LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 25/11£517
Thu 25/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Wed 7/120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 26/11£533
Tue 23/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1210:15LGW - CPT
3 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11£549
Wed 3/1208:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1214:50LGW - CPT
3 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£574
Wed 3/1208:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mHahn Air
Wed 3/1220:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mHahn Air
Deal found 25/11£578
Wed 3/1208:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1221:40LGW - CPT
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£580
Wed 3/1209:00CPT - LGW
1 stop34h 50mSWISS
Fri 5/1218:40LGW - CPT
1 stop34h 50mSWISS
Deal found 25/11£592
Wed 17/1217:15CPT - LGW
1 stop18h 10mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/217:05LGW - CPT
1 stop16h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/11£597

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Gatwick 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 27 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Cape Town

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Gatwick

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

15:25-06:20

1 stop15h 55m

London Gatwick

Sun 14/6

10:10-08:20

2 stops21h 10m

£520

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/1

15:25-05:40

1 stop16h 15m

London Gatwick

Mon 26/1

10:00-14:35

1 stop26h 35m

£537

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

16:40-16:20

1 stop24h 40m

London Gatwick

Tue 12/5

07:00-11:50

1 stop27h 50m

£543

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

17:15-16:10

1 stop24h 55m

London Gatwick

Mon 26/1

10:20-11:50

1 stop23h 30m

£552

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/1

15:25-05:40

1 stop16h 15m

London Gatwick

Sun 25/1

10:00-13:45

1 stop25h 45m

£556

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/1

13:50-05:40

1 stop17h 50m

London Gatwick

Sun 25/1

10:00-13:45

1 stop25h 45m

£556

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/1

13:40-06:40

1 stop19h 00m

London Gatwick

Sun 1/2

13:35-11:40

1 stop20h 05m

£584

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

15:25-05:40

1 stop16h 15m

London Gatwick

Sun 1/2

10:00-18:55

2 stops30h 55m

£589

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/1

15:25-05:40

1 stop16h 15m

London Gatwick

Sun 1/2

10:00-18:55

2 stops30h 55m

£589

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/12

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£155

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Gatwick

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Gatwick. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport is 6 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport (average of £318). Flying from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £551). 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 CPT to LGW?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Gatwick. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Gatwick. Price data was last updated on 25 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Gatwick

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Gatwick. 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 Gatwick. Reviews last updated 27 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andNorse Atlantic UK from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,675 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Gatwick. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to London Gatwick?

    Most people fly from Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight from Cape Town to London Gatwick. On average, Cape Town Intl has 0 outbound flights to London Gatwick per day from 3 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 9.7 mi from Cape Town’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

    Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines can get you from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport in just under 15h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 45m. There are 5988 mi between Cape Town and London Gatwick Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport round-trip?

    Norse Atlantic UK, at £349, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Emirates and Qatar Airways. Users have found that Norse Atlantic UK is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay £400 for a flight from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £130 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - London Gatwick) is currently priced at £376.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Gatwick 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 Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport (average of £318). Flying from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £551). 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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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£349Average£431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest£522Average£694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£533Average£668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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