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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cape Town from £403

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Manchester to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Cape Town

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

Round-trip from

£583

One-way from

£403

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£747
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 9/5-8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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5/3
  • 5/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 50m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Fri 9/518:40MAN - CPT
1 stop35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/618:05CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£583
Fri 9/517:45MAN - CPT
2 stops38h 45mLufthansa
Sun 8/618:05CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1£584
Wed 21/514:15MAN - CPT
2 stops23h 20mAir France
Sun 25/523:15CPT - MAN
2 stops24h 05mAir France
Deal found 16/1£587
Tue 4/305:55MAN - CPT
2 stops24h 35mKLM
Mon 17/302:30CPT - MAN
2 stops19h 30mKLM
Deal found 15/1£588
Thu 27/218:30MAN - CPT
2 stops17h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/314:35CPT - MAN
2 stops19h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/1£602
Tue 4/314:15MAN - CPT
1 stop19h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 18/317:15CPT - MAN
1 stop24h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/1£614
Fri 21/318:50MAN - CPT
1 stop34h 30mSWISS
Sun 6/408:40CPT - MAN
1 stop24h 25mSWISS
Deal found 16/1£621
Tue 25/207:45MAN - CPT
1 stop24h 45mQatar Airways
Wed 5/312:35CPT - MAN
1 stop19h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1£637
Wed 19/306:00MAN - CPT
2 stops37h 40mKenya Airways
Wed 26/314:30CPT - MAN
3 stops21h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/1£677

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ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 9/5

18:40-07:10

1 stop35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/6

18:05-08:25

1 stop15h 20m

£583

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 9/5

17:45-09:30

2 stops38h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/6

18:05-08:25

1 stop15h 20m

£584

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 21/5

14:15-14:35

2 stops23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/5

23:15-22:20

2 stops24h 05m

£587

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 4/3

05:55-08:30

2 stops24h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

02:30-20:00

2 stops19h 30m

£588

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 27/2

18:30-13:45

2 stops17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/3

14:35-08:25

2 stops19h 50m

£602

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 4/3

14:15-12:00

1 stop19h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/3

17:15-16:00

1 stop24h 45m

£614

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 21/3

18:50-07:20

1 stop34h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/4

08:40-08:05

1 stop24h 25m

£621

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 25/2

07:45-10:30

1 stop24h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/3

12:35-06:05

1 stop19h 30m

£637

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 19/3

06:00-21:40

2 stops37h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/3

14:30-10:20

3 stops21h 50m

£677

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 5/3

07:00-10:50

2 stops25h 50m

£403

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Manchester to Cape Town

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Manchester to Cape Town is 18 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 Manchester to Cape Town?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester 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 January 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Manchester to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 17 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air from Manchester to Cape Town. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,487 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,925 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester 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 Manchester to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Manchester to Cape Town is Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £584 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air France and KLM, starting at £587 and £588 round-trip. Lufthansa is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is SWISS, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £409. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from Manchester to Cape Town for a low price.

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

    Most of the time, Manchester to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will stop in Addis Ababa. Amsterdam is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Manchester to Cape Town. Frankfurt am Main comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Manchester to Cape Town flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Amsterdam?

    The majority of Amsterdam visitors 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. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Amsterdam can hire a car from Amsterdam Schiphol for about £33 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Frankfurt am Main?

    English Theatre, Römerberg, and Hauptwache are currently the most popular points of interest in Frankfurt am Main. English Theatre, Römerberg, and Hauptwache can be visited by travelling about 7.0 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.4 mi respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Those on a stopover in Frankfurt am Main in need of a car hire can book one at Frankfurt am Main for about £32.

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

    Manchester to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in London. Zurich sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Manchester to Cape Town. Doha follows Zurich in terms of the least frequent stopover locations on Manchester to Cape Town flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Manchester 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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LufthansaCheapest£443Average£730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£470Average£724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£492Average£695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£590Average£705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£610Average£742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£621Average£874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£632Average£852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£647Average£757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£847Average£1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£923Average£1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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