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Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from £368

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 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CPT
22 Dec — 29 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from London to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or November, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from London to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 17 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£584

One-way from

£368

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,122
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 23/3-6/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 45m total
  • London to Cape Town
16/1
  • 16/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 10m total
  • London to Cape Town
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from London to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 December 2024.

Thu 26/1220:15LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 2/113:50CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/12£668
Fri 27/1210:00LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 30mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/113:50CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/12£697
Mon 30/1206:30LHR - CPT
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/110:00CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12£716
Wed 25/1206:00LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mSWISS
Sun 19/109:00CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 40mSWISS
Deal found 17/12£727
Sat 21/1220:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 20mNorse Atlantic UK
Sun 12/111:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 35mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/12£747
Tue 31/1219:10LCY - CPT
1 stop24h 45mSWISS
Wed 15/123:55CPT - LCY
1 stop14h 55mSWISS
Deal found 17/12£752
Tue 31/1218:45LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 10mSWISS
Mon 20/119:50CPT - LGW
1 stop24h 00mSWISS
Deal found 16/12£772
Wed 25/1217:25LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 10mKenya Airways
Sat 25/114:15CPT - LHR
1 stop27h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/12£816
Sun 29/1209:10LGW - CPT
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/111:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12£884
Wed 25/1218:20LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mKLM
Mon 20/110:00CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 55mKLM
Deal found 16/12£897
Wed 25/1218:20LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 8/110:00CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 16/12£900
Sun 29/1219:55LHR - CPT
1 stop38h 05mTurkish Airlines
Fri 31/117:15CPT - LHR
1 stop29h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/12£941

Find flights from London to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 December 2024.

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LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 23/3

10:00-13:45

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/4

15:20-06:20

1 stop16h 00m

£584

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 25/1

11:30-06:30

1 stop17h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/2

09:55-19:55

Nonstop12h 00m

£586

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 20/1

06:20-13:35

3 stops29h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/2

14:15-15:30

1 stop27h 15m

£587

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Wed 15/1

20:30-09:50

Nonstop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/1

17:15-09:20

1 stop18h 05m

£587

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sat 22/2

20:30-09:50

Nonstop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/2

11:45-21:20

Nonstop11h 35m

£588

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sun 5/1

17:55-07:30

Nonstop11h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/1

09:55-19:55

Nonstop12h 00m

£591

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Tue 11/3

07:30-21:55

3 stops36h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/3

12:35-22:00

2 stops35h 25m

£592

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sat 25/1

16:55-12:00

1 stop17h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

17:15-16:00

1 stop24h 45m

£594

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 13/1

18:20-07:55

Nonstop11h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/1

10:00-19:55

Nonstop11h 55m

£599

LondonCape Town

LTN - CPT

LTNCPT

London Luton

Tue 11/3

09:00-21:55

2 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/3

07:00-00:10

3 stops43h 10m

£602

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Best time to book a flight from London to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from London to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from London to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from London to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 11 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 London to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from London 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 LON to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 17 December 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from London to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 8 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from London to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from London 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 17 December 2024.

The most flights from LON to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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 17 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to Cape Town, such as Kenya Airways, Norse Atlantic UK and Virgin Atlantic. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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

8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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

7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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

7.6
Good
1,607 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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

7.5
Good
3,795 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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

7.5
Good
667 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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 London 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?

    For a flight from London to Cape Town, you will be flying into Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 9 inbound flights from London per day. 14 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from London on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at £584. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Kenya Airways and Norse Atlantic UK, with the lowest prices starting at £587 and £588, respectively. Ethiopian Air is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Norse Atlantic UK, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £382. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from London to Cape Town for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Cape Town?

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

    Consider China Eastern (76%), Virgin Atlantic (76%) or Finnair (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London to Cape Town.

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

    The cheapest flight price from London to Cape Town is £703. On average you can expect to pay £1,986. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for £549.

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

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

    Most Amsterdam visitors opt to spend their time at De Dam, Melkweg, and Rijksmuseum. De Dam, Melkweg and Rijksmuseum are located about 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 6.2 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Amsterdam can hire a car from Amsterdam Schiphol for about £31 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from London 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from London to Cape Town?

    When you book a flight to Cape Town from London, you will have to book a one-stop flight as there are no direct flights available along this route. The most popular airlines offering these flights are Qatar and Lufthansa. Lufthansa have a firm eye on eco-friendly travel and have several programs in place to combat the damage flying does to the environment. They are strict about planning routes and monitoring fuel consumption, especially on longer flights such as this one. All their planes are flying with the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel, or SAF, to reduce CO2 emissions. Onboard, you will see avoidance and reduction of plastic produces, while the company focuses on reducing noise pollution by flying quieter air crafts that put out 95% less noise during take-off and landing.

  • How to fly more sustainably from London to Cape Town?

    Flights that support sustainable travel can be complemented by the individual traveller. Firstly, remember that economy class seats contribute 50% less to your personal carbon footprint. Luxury comes at the cost of your planet. Another way you, as a passenger can contribute, is to make sure you have packed your bags with weight reduction in mind. Tips for how to pack light, include wearing neutral colours so you are able to mix and match fewer items. Only pack items of clothes you frequently wear. Lastly, research where you will be able to get laundry done during your trip so you can be confident taking less clothes with you.

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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£361Average£565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£402Average£774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£411Average£795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£500Average£662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£528Average£667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapest£563Average£899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£582Average£721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£594Average£762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£612Average£762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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TAAGCheapest£621Average£959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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