Cheap flights from Cape Town to London 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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LON
28 Jul — 4 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to London are usually found in November or February, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 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 23/1113:40
CPT
-
STN
1 stop30h 15m
Emirates
Thu 26/1114:05
STN
-
CPT
1 stop24h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 27/6£566
Mon 27/716:35
CPT
-
STN
2 stops22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/806:30
STN
-
CPT
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6£567
Sun 6/913:15
CPT
-
STN
1 stop30h 30m
Emirates
Wed 16/914:55
STN
-
CPT
1 stop19h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 26/6£568
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
Wed 22/713:15
CPT
-
STN
1 stop30h 45m
Emirates
Fri 4/914:55
STN
-
CPT
1 stop26h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 26/6£572
Tue 4/813:15
CPT
-
STN
1 stop30h 30m
Emirates
Tue 18/814:55
STN
-
CPT
1 stop26h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6£573
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
Sun 2/814:15
CPT
-
LHR
2 stops33h 25m
Lufthansa
Sun 30/818:30
LHR
-
CPT
2 stops17h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 27/6£577
Thu 6/813:15
CPT
-
STN
1 stop24h 40m
Emirates
Thu 27/814:55
STN
-
CPT
1 stop26h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 27/6£577
Mon 27/716:35
CPT
-
LTN
2 stops21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/809:40
LTN
-
CPT
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6£582
Wed 22/712:20
CPT
-
LHR
2 stops20h 35m
SWISS
Fri 4/920:05
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 26/6£582

Find flight deals from Cape Town to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to London (LON). 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 28 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£563

One-way from

£279

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£718

Good round-trip deal

£562 or less

Good one-way deal

£255 or less
20/9-28/9
  • 20/9-28/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Cape Town to London
2/7
  • 2/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 30m total
  • Cape Town to London
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£54 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to London (LON).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to London (LON).

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LTN

CPTLTN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

16:35-12:45

2 stops21h 10m

London Luton

Tue 11/8

09:40-11:50

2 stops25h 10m

£582

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LTN

CPTLTN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

16:35-13:55

2 stops22h 20m

London Luton

Tue 18/8

09:15-11:50

2 stops25h 35m

£610

Cape TownLondon

CPT - STN

CPTSTN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

13:15-12:55

1 stop24h 40m

London Stansted

Sun 20/9

14:55-11:30

1 stop19h 35m

£635

Cape TownLondon

CPT - STN

CPTSTN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/11

18:30-12:05

1 stop19h 35m

London Stansted

Wed 18/11

14:05-11:40

1 stop19h 35m

£636

Cape TownLondon

CPT - STN

CPTSTN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

13:15-18:45

1 stop30h 30m

London Stansted

Tue 29/9

14:55-18:05

1 stop26h 10m

£637

Cape TownLondon

CPT - STN

CPTSTN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

13:15-18:45

1 stop30h 30m

London Stansted

Tue 6/10

21:05-11:30

1 stop37h 25m

£638

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/7

23:15-09:00

1 stop34h 45m

London Heathrow

Sat 22/8

14:45-21:25

1 stop29h 40m

£645

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

13:15-12:35

1 stop24h 20m

London Gatwick

Wed 30/9

14:35-11:30

1 stop19h 55m

£645

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

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to London (average of £602). Flying from Cape Town to London in July is currently the most expensive (average of £847). 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 LON?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 June 2026.

When flying from Cape Town to London, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to London

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to London. 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 28 June 2026.

The most flights from CPT to LON 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to London?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to London?

Share of one-stop return flights from Cape Town to London chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 46% of one-stop itineraries from Cape Town to London on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to London?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Cape Town to London, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Munich (MUC) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £527.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Cape Town to London?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to London, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 30m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Cape Town to London?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to London, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 24m.

How often are flights from Cape Town to London delayed?

About 7% of weekly flights between Cape Town and London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 172 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to London flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

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

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to London 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 Cape Town to London?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to London, you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 28 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Virgin Atlantic, andNorse Atlantic UK from Cape Town to London. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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 London. 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?

    For a flight from Cape Town to London, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 4 outbound flights to London per day. 9 airlines have flights to London from Cape Town Intl on a regular basis.

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

    A quick flight from Cape Town to London can take about 19h 10m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £687. The distance from Cape Town to London is about 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 flying from Cape Town to London round-trip?

    Flying on Norse Atlantic UK is currently your cheapest option to London, with prices starting at £322. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Lufthansa and KLM, with the lowest prices starting at £326 and £497, respectively. Norse Atlantic UK is 50% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    £133 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Norse Atlantic UK. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from £251 and £275, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to London?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to London?

    Before booking your flight to London from Cape Town, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Scandinavian Airlines (100%), China Eastern (100%), Delta( 100%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Cape Town to London is £444. On average you can expect to pay £1,562. The most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - London Heathrow), can usually be booked for £476.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to London (average of £602). Flying from Cape Town to London in July is currently the most expensive (average of £847). 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 9 airlines flying from Cape Town to London

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£322Average£436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£326Average£722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£497Average£684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£515Average£650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest£532Average£631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£562Average£597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£568Average£640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£568Average£695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest£596Average£803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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