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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Cape Town from £719

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — CPT
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Birmingham to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 9 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHX) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 19 December 2024.

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£719

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,081
6/3-26/3
  • 6/3-26/3
  • 6 total stops
  • 55h 55m total
  • Birmingham to Cape Town
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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Mon 23/1210:45BHX - CPT
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/123:55CPT - BHX
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£886
Mon 23/1208:55BHX - CPT
2 stops20h 45mSWISS
Wed 15/123:55CPT - BHX
1 stop20h 15mSWISS
Deal found 18/12£929
Tue 24/1213:15BHX - CPT
1 stop19h 40mLufthansa
Wed 15/109:30CPT - BHX
1 stop33h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12£1,106
Tue 31/1213:40BHX - CPT
1 stop20h 00mEmirates
Tue 21/118:25CPT - BHX
1 stop19h 15mEmirates
Deal found 18/12£1,193
Mon 23/1210:55BHX - CPT
3 stops48h 40mKenya Airways
Wed 15/114:30CPT - BHX
3 stops21h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/12£1,245
Sun 22/1206:15BHX - CPT
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Sat 28/1223:59CPT - BHX
1 stop14h 51mKLM
Deal found 17/12£1,297
Wed 25/1216:50BHX - CPT
1 stop17h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 15/117:15CPT - BHX
1 stop18h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/12£1,634

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BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Thu 6/3

14:20-13:50

3 stops21h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/3

00:30-08:55

3 stops34h 25m

£719

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Sun 2/2

17:35-21:30

1 stop25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/2

23:59-21:15

1 stop23h 16m

£721

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Mon 17/3

06:15-21:40

2 stops37h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/4

14:30-19:45

3 stops30h 15m

£730

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Fri 21/3

16:50-12:00

1 stop17h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/4

16:35-09:50

1 stop18h 15m

£734

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Fri 2/5

14:30-21:25

2 stops29h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/5

23:15-09:35

2 stops35h 20m

£735

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Tue 18/3

08:45-21:55

1 stop35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/4

19:00-07:45

1 stop13h 45m

£785

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Tue 18/3

10:45-07:40

1 stop18h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/4

15:20-08:40

2 stops18h 20m

£797

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Fri 21/2

13:40-11:40

1 stop20h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/3

18:25-11:40

1 stop19h 15m

£889

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Fri 2/5

14:55-09:45

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/5

13:00-06:40

1 stop18h 40m

£911

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Travel insights for flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Birmingham to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 9 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.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Birmingham to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,151). 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 BHX to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Birmingham to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Birmingham to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SWISS, Lufthansa and Kenya Airways from Birmingham to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,792 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,505 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Birmingham to Cape Town is Air France. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £719 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and SWISS, starting at £721 and £722 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town for 15% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Birmingham to Cape Town?

    Most of the time, Birmingham to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will stop in Istanbul.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Istanbul?

    Most Istanbul visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Ayasofya. Travelers on a layover in Istanbul can visit Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Ayasofya, by traveling 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 22.2 mi, respectively after landing at Istanbul. Travellers in need of a car in Istanbul can hire one for about £20 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Birmingham to Cape Town flights?

    Birmingham to Cape Town flights have a stopover in Amsterdam the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Birmingham to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,151). 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 Birmingham to Cape Town

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to Cape Town. 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 19 December 2024.
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SWISSCheapest£502Average£781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£552Average£835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£606Average£864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£638Average£849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£643Average£873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapest£652Average£862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£652Average£737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£816Average£901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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