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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Cape Town from £306

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 28/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CPT
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from United Kingdom (GB0) 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

£573

One-way from

£306

Good round-trip deal

£495 or less

Good one-way deal

£280 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 23/4-5/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 05m total
  • United Kingdom to Cape Town
28/3
  • 28/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 20m total
  • United Kingdom to Cape Town
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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2025.

Thu 18/918:25LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 15mKenya Airways
Wed 26/1106:00CPT - LHR
2 stops35h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/1£572
Mon 12/510:10LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 26/509:00CPT - LGW
2 stops22h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/1£573
Sun 11/511:45LHR - CPT
1 stop32h 25mKLM
Mon 26/523:00CPT - LHR
1 stop33h 40mKLM
Deal found 21/1£573
Tue 1/420:00LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/416:35CPT - LGW
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1£576
Wed 26/1118:50MAN - CPT
2 stops34h 50mSWISS
Sat 13/1209:30CPT - MAN
2 stops34h 35mSWISS
Deal found 21/1£577
Mon 16/619:00LCY - CPT
1 stop25h 25mKLM
Sun 20/723:15CPT - LCY
1 stop19h 05mKLM
Deal found 20/1£578
Tue 28/105:55MAN - CPT
2 stops24h 35mKLM
Wed 5/215:20CPT - MAN
2 stops23h 25mKLM
Deal found 21/1£578
Mon 27/107:45STN - CPT
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/208:30CPT - STN
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1£579
Mon 28/412:25MAN - CPT
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/523:15CPT - MAN
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1£580
Sun 11/514:45LHR - CPT
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/523:15CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1£581
Fri 28/1117:40MAN - CPT
1 stop36h 00mLufthansa
Sat 13/1209:30CPT - MAN
2 stops31h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 21/1£582
Tue 1/420:00LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Wed 9/410:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 20/1£582

Find flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town within your budget

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LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 23/4

18:25-16:45

2 stops21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/5

14:30-16:15

2 stops26h 45m

£573

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 12/5

10:10-13:00

1 stop25h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

09:00-06:20

2 stops22h 20m

£573

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sun 11/5

11:45-21:10

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

23:00-07:40

1 stop33h 40m

£573

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 1/4

20:00-08:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/4

16:35-09:55

1 stop18h 20m

£576

LondonCape Town

LCY - CPT

LCYCPT

London City

Mon 16/6

19:00-21:25

1 stop25h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/7

23:15-17:20

1 stop19h 05m

£578

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 4/3

05:55-08:30

2 stops24h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

18:10-16:30

2 stops24h 20m

£578

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 28/4

12:25-14:35

2 stops25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/5

23:15-16:45

1 stop18h 30m

£580

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 31/3

13:40-10:00

1 stop19h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/4

08:40-08:05

1 stop24h 25m

£581

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sun 11/5

14:45-14:35

2 stops22h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

23:00-17:35

1 stop19h 35m

£581

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 1/4

20:00-08:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/4

10:45-21:35

Nonstop11h 50m

£582

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Travel insights for flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 22 January 2025.

The most flights from GB0 to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, 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 22 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and KLM from United Kingdom to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,358 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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.

8.1
Very Good
3,358 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,358 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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.

7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,358 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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.

7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,358 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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.

7.5
Good
1,600 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,358 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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.

7.4
Good
1,490 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,358 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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 United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 9.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town are Norse Atlantic UK (£368), A.P.G. (£390), and SWISS (£390).

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Cape Town on time: China Eastern (83%), Virgin Atlantic (83%), Iberia (68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town?

    On average you can expect to pay £1,965 for a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is £575 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at £546.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Cape Town?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from United Kingdom 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£371Average£579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.Cheapest£399Average£532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£412Average£724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£463Average£737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£489Average£685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£544Average£776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapest£596Average£891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£597Average£754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£602Average£884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£604Average£868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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