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Cheap flights from Glasgow to Cape Town from £312

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — CPT
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Glasgow to Cape Town Intl are usually found in June or October, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Glasgow to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Glasgow (GG1) 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 22 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£721

One-way from

£312

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£852
4/3-11/3
  • 4/3-11/3
  • 6 total stops
  • 62h 20m total
  • Glasgow to Cape Town
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11/3
  • 11/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 35m total
  • Glasgow to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£30 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Glasgow to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Glasgow to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2025.

Tue 4/319:15GLA - CPT
3 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/312:35CPT - GLA
3 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1£721
Fri 14/317:15GLA - CPT
1 stop26h 15mKLM
Fri 28/308:05CPT - GLA
1 stop27h 50mKLM
Deal found 21/1£742
Wed 1/1017:40GLA - CPT
3 stops43h 00mKenya Airways
Thu 23/1023:00CPT - GLA
2 stops42h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/1£766
Wed 1/1014:35GLA - CPT
1 stop20h 00mEmirates
Thu 23/1018:25CPT - GLA
1 stop19h 20mEmirates
Deal found 21/1£934
Thu 3/406:10GLA - CPT
1 stop26h 20mLufthansa
Thu 17/415:20CPT - GLA
2 stops32h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 21/1£1,263
Thu 3/418:35GLA - CPT
2 stops21h 40mQatar Airways
Sat 19/413:00CPT - GLA
2 stops23h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/1£1,274

Find flights from Glasgow to Cape Town within your budget

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GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Tue 4/3

19:15-10:40

3 stops37h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

12:35-11:30

3 stops24h 55m

£721

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Fri 14/3

17:15-21:30

1 stop26h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 28/3

08:05-09:55

1 stop27h 50m

£742

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Thu 3/4

06:00-13:40

3 stops30h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/4

14:30-19:40

3 stops30h 10m

£1,016

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Mon 7/4

14:35-11:35

1 stop20h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/4

13:05-12:45

1 stop24h 40m

£1,153

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Thu 3/4

06:10-09:30

1 stop26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/4

15:20-23:05

2 stops32h 45m

£1,263

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Thu 3/4

16:25-17:15

2 stops23h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/4

13:00-10:30

2 stops22h 30m

£1,274

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Tue 11/3

07:15-10:50

3 stops49h 35m

£312

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Wed 12/3

13:00-10:55

1 stop19h 55m

£396

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Mon 7/4

06:00-21:10

1 stop14h 10m

£626

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Tue 8/4

06:00-13:40

3 stops30h 40m

£791

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Best time to book a flight from Glasgow to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Glasgow to Cape Town

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Glasgow to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Glasgow to Cape Town 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 Glasgow to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Glasgow to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,330). 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 GLA to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Glasgow 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 22 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Glasgow to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Glasgow to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Glasgow to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 22 January 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,111 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
277 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Glasgow 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Glasgow?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Glasgow to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Glasgow; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Glasgow per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Glasgow. It is only a 9.7 mi journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city center.

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

    Flying on KLM is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at £742. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Kenya Airways and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at £1,016 and £1,153, respectively. KLM is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £396 on Lufthansa. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include KLM from £626 and Kenya Airways from £791 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Glasgow to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,330). 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 Glasgow to Cape Town

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Glasgow 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 22 January 2025.
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LufthansaCheapest£526Average£697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£547Average£688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£604Average£875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£623Average£740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapest£642Average£825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£662Average£781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£722Average£817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£842Average£937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£848Average£1,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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