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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Manchester from £278

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 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MAN
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2026.

Mon 26/120:10
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop14h 10m
SWISS
Thu 29/109:10
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop20h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 20/1£504
Wed 11/314:35
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/318:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/1£522
Wed 11/314:15
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops35h 05m
Lufthansa
Mon 16/311:15
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop18h 25m
Lufthansa
Deal found 21/1£534
Fri 6/312:35
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop19h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 13/314:05
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/1£545
Sat 7/315:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 14/318:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/1£563
Tue 5/513:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops19h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 28/518:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/1£567
Sat 7/313:40
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop19h 05m
Emirates
Sat 14/320:40
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop37h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 21/1£592
Tue 10/300:30
CPT
-
MAN
3 stops46h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/321:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1£596
Thu 19/313:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops20h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 29/318:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/1£611
Fri 6/309:25
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop24h 55m
SWISS
Fri 13/318:45
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 30m
SWISS
Deal found 19/1£614

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Manchester

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Manchester (MAN). 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 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£522

One-way from

£278

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£543
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 11/3-16/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 37h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Manchester
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Manchester
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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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 January 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Manchester 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 22 January 2026.
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Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

14:35-07:30

2 stops18h 55m

Manchester

Mon 16/3

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

£522

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/3

15:25-08:20

2 stops18h 55m

Manchester

Sat 14/3

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

£563

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

13:50-08:15

2 stops19h 25m

Manchester

Thu 28/5

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

£567

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/3

13:40-06:45

1 stop19h 05m

Manchester

Sat 14/3

20:40-11:40

1 stop37h 00m

£592

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/3

15:30-12:55

2 stops23h 25m

Manchester

Sat 14/3

12:30-14:40

3 stops24h 10m

£633

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/3

14:35-07:30

2 stops18h 55m

Manchester

Tue 17/3

18:30-13:45

2 stops17h 15m

£634

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/3

13:40-06:45

1 stop19h 05m

Manchester

Tue 17/3

20:40-16:45

1 stop18h 05m

£634

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

18:25-12:00

1 stop18h 35m

Manchester

Thu 28/5

09:50-11:30

1 stop24h 40m

£657

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

12:35-07:05

1 stop20h 30m

£278

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/5

13:00-06:25

1 stop18h 25m

£353

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Manchester

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Manchester may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 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 Cape Town to Manchester?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Manchester (average of £319). Flying from Cape Town to Manchester in August is currently the most expensive (average of £570). 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 Manchester

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manchester. 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 Manchester. Reviews last updated 22 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, andSWISS from Cape Town to Manchester by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,855 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,738 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,689 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Manchester. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Manchester in 18h 55m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance from Cape Town to Manchester is about 6158 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Manchester round-trip?

    Currently priced at £421, SWISS will fly you from Cape Town to Manchester and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £424 and £467, respectively. SWISS is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £253. Users have also found prices from £301 and £313 on SWISS and Emirates, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Manchester (average of £319). Flying from Cape Town to Manchester in August is currently the most expensive (average of £570). 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 8 airlines flying from Cape Town to Manchester

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Manchester. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 22 January 2026.
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SWISSCheapest£421Average£615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£424Average£600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£467Average£642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£473Average£721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£558Average£670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£593Average£670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£593Average£669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£625Average£703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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