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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Manchester from £207

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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MAN
7 Jul — 14 Jul1
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 7 June 2026.

Mon 16/1112:35
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 3/1221:30
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop17h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6£612
Wed 3/619:30
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/608:05
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6£620
Thu 16/713:15
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/708:05
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop32h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6£630
Thu 30/716:35
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop18h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 12/822:55
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/6£640
Thu 30/713:15
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 18/814:55
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6£650
Fri 5/613:15
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop19h 30m
Emirates
Fri 12/614:05
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop25h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 4/6£657
Tue 2/613:15
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop23h 45m
Emirates
Sat 6/621:20
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop37h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 2/6£663
Mon 27/716:35
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop18h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 17/822:55
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/6£666
Wed 22/719:30
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 2/808:05
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6£669
Sun 2/813:15
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop19h 30m
Emirates
Tue 20/1021:20
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop19h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 4/6£679

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 7 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£612

One-way from

£207

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£696
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/11-3/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Manchester
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16/9
  • 16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (£17 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 7 June 2026.
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Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

18:55-19:40

1 stop26h 45m

Manchester

Thu 19/11

21:30-17:25

1 stop17h 55m

£693

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

13:15-13:10

1 stop24h 55m

Manchester

Mon 21/9

14:55-17:30

1 stop25h 35m

£697

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

23:15-13:15

1 stop15h 00m

Manchester

Mon 17/8

17:50-21:25

2 stops26h 35m

£708

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/11

13:40-11:15

1 stop23h 35m

Manchester

Thu 21/1

20:40-16:45

1 stop18h 05m

£717

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/11

15:20-07:55

2 stops18h 35m

Manchester

Thu 21/1

17:20-14:35

2 stops19h 15m

£748

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

18:25-16:45

2 stops23h 20m

Manchester

Mon 29/6

20:50-21:25

1 stop23h 35m

£855

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

13:15-07:45

1 stop19h 30m

Manchester

Mon 29/6

09:50-11:30

1 stop24h 40m

£861
Fastest return journey

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

15:10-08:15

2 stops18h 05m

Manchester

Mon 21/9

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

£929

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/6

13:15-07:45

1 stop19h 30m

Manchester

Wed 22/7

21:20-14:35

2 stops40h 15m

£1,073

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/6

12:20-13:20

2 stops26h 00m

Manchester

Wed 22/7

14:05-16:45

2 stops25h 40m

£1,141

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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?

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 58 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Manchester (average of £539). Flying from Cape Town to Manchester in June is currently the most expensive (average of £696). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Manchester?

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 7 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andEthiopian Air 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
3,577 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
3,577 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,577 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
KLM
7.8
Good
1,527 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,577 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,006 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,577 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,039 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,577 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,028 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,577 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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 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 35m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Emirates, or British Airways 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 £481, 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 KLM and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £500 and £514, respectively. SWISS is currently priced 26% 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 £268. Users have also found prices from £309 and £313 on Ethiopian Air 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Manchester (average of £539). Flying from Cape Town to Manchester in June is currently the most expensive (average of £696). 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 7 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£481Average£650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£500Average£717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£514Average£646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£527Average£649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest£561Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£597Average£679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£628Average£661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£644Average£722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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