Find flights
Deals
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town from £360

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LHR — CPT
13 May — 20 May1
1 adult
Mon 13/5
Mon 20/5

The best prices from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) 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 8 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

£647

One-way from

£412
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Search Deals
Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop
Search Deals
From London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl
Search Deals

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Cape Town. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

To save on the cost of your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, book at least 50 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 8% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from £743 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as £838.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport. Prices for May average £783 per person but you can even find prices for as low as £487. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July. Opting for a May flight can save you 31% on your journey compared to booking in July

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (LHR - CPT)?

It’s typically best to fly out from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Lufthansa flights from Heathrow to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Lufthansa for the route between Heathrow and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 881,145 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Lufthansa flights heading from London to Cape Town. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sat 15/618:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Thu 11/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£420
Thu 6/615:30LHR - CPT
1 stop17h 30mLufthansa
Sun 14/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 6/5£436
Sat 15/618:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Mon 8/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£439
Sat 15/618:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Tue 9/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£459
Thu 6/615:30LHR - CPT
2 stops20h 10mLufthansa
Sun 14/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 6/5£474
Wed 19/617:30LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 10mLufthansa
Thu 11/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£496
Wed 19/617:30LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 10mLufthansa
Sun 7/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£516
Mon 17/618:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Mon 8/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop16h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£533
Mon 17/618:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Sun 14/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5£535

Cheap SWISS flights from Heathrow to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by SWISS for the route between Heathrow and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 881,145 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced SWISS flights we've found at this time heading from London to Cape Town. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Fri 13/919:15LHR - CPT
2 stops49h 20mSWISS
Mon 23/908:40CPT - LHR
1 stop35h 45mSWISS
Deal found 7/5£569
Sat 7/920:05LHR - CPT
1 stop24h 30mSWISS
Sun 15/923:05CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 50mSWISS
Deal found 7/5£601
Fri 13/919:15LHR - CPT
2 stops49h 20mSWISS
Mon 23/908:40CPT - LHR
1 stop32h 40mSWISS
Deal found 8/5£613
Fri 6/917:15LHR - CPT
2 stops51h 20mSWISS
Sun 15/923:05CPT - LHR
1 stop21h 20mSWISS
Deal found 7/5£628
Wed 15/508:40LHR - CPT
1 stop24h 20mSWISS
Sun 26/515:50CPT - LHR
2 stops17h 05mSWISS
Deal found 7/5£723
Wed 15/518:40LHR - CPT
2 stops19h 30mSWISS
Sun 26/513:05CPT - LHR
2 stops19h 50mSWISS
Deal found 7/5£730
Mon 13/518:40LHR - CPT
2 stops21h 00mSWISS
Tue 16/715:20CPT - LHR
3 stops26h 15mSWISS
Deal found 7/5£753

Cheap Heathrow to Cape Town flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 881,145 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from London to Cape Town in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 15/618:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Thu 11/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£420
Thu 6/615:30LHR - CPT
1 stop17h 30mLufthansa
Sun 14/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 6/5£436
Sat 15/618:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Mon 8/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£439
Sat 15/618:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Tue 9/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£459
Wed 12/618:40LHR - CPT
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£463
Thu 6/615:30LHR - CPT
2 stops20h 10mLufthansa
Sun 14/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 6/5£474
Wed 19/617:30LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 10mLufthansa
Thu 11/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£496
Wed 12/618:40LHR - CPT
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/717:45CPT - LHR
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£514
Wed 19/617:30LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 10mLufthansa
Mon 8/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£516

Heathrow to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Heathrow and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 881,145 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from London to Cape Town in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 15/618:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Thu 11/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£420
Wed 4/1206:00LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/106:05CPT - LHR
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£432
Thu 6/615:30LHR - CPT
1 stop17h 30mLufthansa
Sun 14/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 6/5£436
Sat 15/618:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Mon 8/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£439
Mon 25/1117:30LHR - CPT
2 stops19h 00mLufthansa
Fri 31/106:05CPT - LHR
2 stops18h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£455
Sat 15/618:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Tue 9/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£459
Wed 12/618:40LHR - CPT
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£463
Mon 25/1120:15LHR - CPT
1 stop33h 25mLufthansa
Fri 31/106:05CPT - LHR
2 stops28h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 8/5£465
Thu 6/615:30LHR - CPT
2 stops20h 10mLufthansa
Sun 14/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 6/5£474

Direct flights to Cape Town from Heathrow

Discover direct flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 881,145 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from London to Cape Town, check out these fares. Users can also choose from other London to Cape Town flights by using the search form above.
Mon 28/1019:15LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 7/1110:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/5£826
Mon 4/1119:15LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 18/1110:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/5£838
Sat 2/1119:15LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 19/1110:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/5£841
Mon 4/1119:15LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 18/1110:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/5£849
Mon 28/1019:15LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 16/1110:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/5£849
Mon 4/1119:15LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 11/1110:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/5£851
Tue 20/822:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 10/918:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/5£856
Mon 3/622:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 11/718:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/5£857
Tue 29/1018:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways
Wed 6/1120:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/5£857

Heathrow to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 881,145 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from London to Cape Town departing last-minute. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Mon 13/518:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£565
Mon 13/518:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£568
Thu 16/518:25LHR - CPT
2 stops47h 25mKenya Airways
Tue 21/510:55CPT - LHR
2 stops30h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/5£574
Mon 13/518:25LHR - CPT
1 stop26h 15mKenya Airways
Wed 22/506:00CPT - LHR
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/5£579
Fri 17/518:25LHR - CPT
2 stops23h 25mKenya Airways
Mon 27/506:00CPT - LHR
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/5£590
Fri 17/518:25LHR - CPT
2 stops23h 25mKenya Airways
Tue 28/523:00CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/5£591
Wed 15/518:25LHR - CPT
1 stop26h 15mKenya Airways
Wed 22/514:30CPT - LHR
2 stops26h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/5£593
Fri 17/518:25LHR - CPT
2 stops23h 25mKenya Airways
Mon 27/506:00CPT - LHR
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/5£598
Mon 13/518:25LHR - CPT
1 stop26h 15mKenya Airways
Tue 16/706:00CPT - LHR
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/5£604

One-way flights to Cape Town from Heathrow

Search for one-way flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 881,145 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from London to Cape Town. Users in need of a round-trip flight from London to Cape Town instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Sat 7/917:15LHR - CPT
2 stops27h 20mSWISS
Deal found 7/5£360
Sat 7/917:10LHR - CPT
1 stop27h 25mSWISS
Deal found 7/5£366
Wed 29/520:15LHR - CPT
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£376
Sat 28/915:00LHR - CPT
3 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£389
Mon 3/615:30LHR - CPT
1 stop18h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/5£392
Tue 28/515:40LHR - CPT
1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/5£392
Wed 29/520:15LHR - CPT
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£397
Tue 11/620:05LHR - CPT
2 stops43h 35mSWISS
Deal found 7/5£398
Sun 8/906:00LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 35mSWISS
Deal found 7/5£400

Find flights from Heathrow to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Cape Town 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 881,145 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

£420 - £669

Route

Depart

Return

Price

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 15/6

1 stop14h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/7

1 stop14h 55m

£420

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 12/6

2 stops21h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/7

1 stop23h 55m

£463

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Fri 13/9

2 stops49h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/9

1 stop35h 45m

£569

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 22/5

1 stop26h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/6

2 stops26h 45m

£570

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 1/6

1 stop25h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/7

1 stop15h 35m

£622

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 29/5

1 stop15h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/6

1 stop19h 30m

£633

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 25/9

1 stop16h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/10

1 stop23h 30m

£641

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 27/8

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/9

1 stop18h 25m

£646

London HeathrowCape Town Intl

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 4/11

2 stops16h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/11

2 stops16h 10m

£669

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 8/5

When is the best time to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 74 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.
Search Deals

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
Morning
Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Search Deals

Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from Heathrow to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Heathrow to Cape Town is currently £386 while a return flight costs £581. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (average of £812). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,092). 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.

January

£700

February

£733

March

£714

April

£655

May

£648

June

£669

July

£871

August

£743

September

£720

October

£723

November

£681

December

£762

Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

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

CPT

Temperature

12 - 21 °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 8 May 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Lufthansa, SWISS and Kenya Airways from London 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.
KLM
7.9
Good
1,592 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

KLM
7.9
Good
1,592 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,592 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

RwandAir
7.9
Good
49 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,592 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

SWISS
7.8
Good
2,013 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,592 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,428 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,592 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Air France
7.5
Good
1,777 reviews
KLM
7.9
Good
1,592 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow 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 London Heathrow?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from London Heathrow, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 7 flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl per day from 12 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town for under £500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town for under £500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Lufthansa for just £420, but on average you can expect to pay £515.

  • Are there nonstop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town for under £900 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town under £900. A good price for a nonstop flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town is less than £857.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town for under £600?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than £600.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town is Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £420 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and Kenya Airways, starting at £569 and £570 round-trip. Lufthansa is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £360 on SWISS. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from £392 and Kenya Airways from £421 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    When booking a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, you may want to consider flying on Air France, British Airways or Emirates as they are the most popular for this route.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town on time: American Airlines (73%), Qatar Airways (73%), Finnair (73%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town? While on average our users pay £2,886, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £765. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around £436.

  • What does LHR to CPT mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a LHR to CPT flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    Most of the time, London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will stop in Nairobi. Addis Ababa is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. Amsterdam comes next as the third most popular stopover location for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights.

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

    Most Nairobi visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Buruburu Baptist, Nairobi National Park, and Kenyatta Mausoleum. Buruburu Baptist, Nairobi National Park and Kenyatta Mausoleum are located about 4.9 mi, 8.8 mi, and 7.8 mi, respectively from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Nairobi looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £39 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Amsterdam?

    De Dam, Melkweg, and Rijksmuseum are the most popular attractions in Amsterdam if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. De Dam, Melkweg, and Rijksmuseum can be visited by travelling about 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 6.2 mi respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those on a stopover in Amsterdam in need of a car hire can book one at Amsterdam Schiphol for about £35.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights?

    London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights have a stopover in Harare least often. Harare is followed by Zurich in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. Kigali ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Heathrow to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Heathrow to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Heathrow to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Heathrow to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Heathrow to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Heathrow to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 8/5.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Fly from Heathrow to Cape Town on these airlines
Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Heathrow to Cape Town. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 8 May 2024.

British Airways flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl
Virgin Atlantic flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl
Kenya Airways flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl
Lufthansa flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl

Top 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to Cape Town

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow 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 881,145 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest£435Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Kenya Airways flights
SWISSCheapest£488Average£673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Search SWISS flights
LufthansaCheapest£495Average£723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Search Lufthansa flights
Air FranceCheapest£529Average£719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Air France flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£531Average£680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian AirCheapest£564Average£693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
KLMCheapest£595Average£768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search KLM flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapest£613Average£684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
RwandAirCheapest£669Average£753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search RwandAir flights
Virgin AtlanticCheapest£755Average£842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Dublin to Edinburgh flights
London Gatwick Airport to Nice flights
London to Toronto flights
London to Miami flights
London Gatwick Airport to Barcelona flights
Manchester to Gibraltar flights
London to Hong Kong flights
London to Pristina flights
Manchester to Crete flights
London to Tangier flights
England to Santiago de Compostela flights
London Heathrow Airport to Costa Rica flights

Search flights from Heathrow to Cape Town by cabin class

Find flights from Heathrow to Cape Town, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.
First Class
Business Class
Prem Econ Class
Economy class

Hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Cape Town

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow 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 8 May 2024.
0%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
0%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
0%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
100%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Midday
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Cape Town. 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 8 May 2024.
Monday8daily flights
Tuesday8daily flights
Wednesday8daily flights
Thursday8daily flights
Friday8daily flights
Saturday8daily flights
Sunday7daily flights

Book a flight to one of these trending destinations

User searches for flights to these destinations increased 20% or more in the past 90 days compared to other destinations
Flights to Város Limnos
Flights to Kavála Megas Alexandros
Flights to Parikia Paros
Flights to Clermont-Ferrand Aulnat
Flights to Isle of Islay Glenegedale
Flights to Monterey Regional
Flights to Guilin
Flights to Cagayan de Oro Laguindingan
Flights to Skardu
Flights to Samarkand
Flights to Elazig
Flights to Tamuning Guam Intl
Flights to Tulum Intl
Flights to Toulon Hyeres
Flights to Ohrid
Flights to Houmt Souk Melita
Flights to Trapani Birgi
Flights to Daraga Bicol Intl
Flights to Parma
Flights to Ipoh
Flights to Edremit/Korfez
Flights to Niamey
Flights to Erie
Flights to Lhasa

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Heathrow to Cape Town?

Cheapflights helps you search for flights from Heathrow to Cape Town via 900+ travel sites so you don’t have to. After performing a flight search, users can also filter their flight selection by filtering for price, number of stops, airlines, and so on.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Heathrow to Cape Town?

Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights from Heathrow to Cape Town by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and put it in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Heathrow to Cape Town with no change fees?

Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Heathrow to Cape Town with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Heathrow to Cape Town become cheaper?

Yes! Start tracking prices for Heathrow to Cape Town flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.
View all available airlines