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Cheap flights from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport from £279

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LGW
29 Jul — 5 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick are usually found in October or May, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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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 29 June 2026.

Sun 20/917:45
CPT
-
LGW
1 stop26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/915:35
LGW
-
CPT
2 stops19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6£563
Mon 27/716:35
CPT
-
LGW
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/813:10
LGW
-
CPT
2 stops21h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6£570
Fri 25/1223:00
CPT
-
LGW
Nonstop11h 45m
Norse Atlantic UK
Sat 9/120:00
LGW
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 30m
Norse Atlantic UK
Deal found 27/6£576
Thu 1/1000:10
CPT
-
LGW
Nonstop11h 45m
Norse Atlantic UK
Fri 23/1009:40
LGW
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 30m
Norse Atlantic UK
Deal found 28/6£579
Tue 27/1023:00
CPT
-
LGW
Nonstop11h 45m
Norse Atlantic UK
Tue 3/1107:30
LGW
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 30m
Norse Atlantic UK
Deal found 25/6£583
Sun 18/1000:10
CPT
-
LGW
Nonstop11h 45m
Norse Atlantic UK
Fri 23/1009:40
LGW
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 30m
Norse Atlantic UK
Deal found 28/6£588
Thu 10/922:35
CPT
-
LGW
1 stop20h 15m
SWISS
Wed 4/1118:40
LGW
-
CPT
1 stop14h 10m
SWISS
Deal found 25/6£592
Mon 27/716:35
CPT
-
LGW
1 stop25h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 11/814:05
LGW
-
CPT
1 stop20h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/6£598
Tue 27/1013:40
CPT
-
LGW
1 stop24h 00m
Emirates
Tue 3/1120:25
LGW
-
CPT
1 stop37h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 26/6£601

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Round-trip from

£563

One-way from

£279

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£641

Good round-trip deal

£562 or less

Good one-way deal

£267 or less
20/9-28/9
  • 20/9-28/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Cape Town to London
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 25m total
  • Cape Town to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£36 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick.
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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 29 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/11

17:20-22:35

1 stop31h 15m

London Gatwick

Mon 23/11

06:30-12:05

1 stop27h 35m

£629

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 26/9

13:15-07:20

1 stop19h 05m

London Gatwick

Thu 19/11

09:40-16:45

1 stop29h 05m

£640

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/11

13:40-06:40

1 stop19h 00m

London Gatwick

Wed 18/11

20:25-16:45

1 stop18h 20m

£642

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

20:00-21:30

1 stop26h 30m

London Gatwick

Mon 12/10

14:35-18:05

1 stop26h 30m

£646

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/7

13:15-07:20

1 stop19h 05m

London Gatwick

Wed 23/9

14:35-11:30

1 stop19h 55m

£648
Fastest return journey

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/8

16:35-09:55

1 stop18h 20m

London Gatwick

Fri 21/8

17:35-11:50

1 stop17h 15m

£678

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/7

14:15-08:20

2 stops19h 05m

London Gatwick

Mon 22/3

18:40-16:45

2 stops20h 05m

£694

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/8

20:00-19:45

1 stop24h 45m

London Gatwick

Tue 25/8

21:45-16:40

1 stop17h 55m

£699

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/10

13:40-20:50

1 stop33h 10m

London Gatwick

Thu 5/11

09:40-16:45

1 stop29h 05m

£707

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/7

18:25-12:35

1 stop19h 10m

London Gatwick

Mon 3/8

23:55-11:30

1 stop34h 35m

£725

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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?

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport is 68 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport (average of £504). Flying from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £683). 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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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 29 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates and Norse 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
3,601 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,601 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,601 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,601 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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 2 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?

    Turkish Airlines and Emirates can get you from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport in just under 19h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 10m. 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 £322, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Emirates. Users have found that Norse Atlantic UK is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Norse Atlantic UK, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £133. Qatar Airways flights start at £251 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at £276 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay £462 for a flight from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £237 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - London Gatwick) is currently priced at £534.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport (average of £504). Flying from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £683). 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£322Average£436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest£515Average£627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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