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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Manchester from £326

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 30/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MAN
12 Jan — 19 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Manchester are usually found in November or February, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Manchester

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Manchester (MAN). 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 7 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£399

One-way from

£326

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£581
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 16/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Manchester
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Manchester
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High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 January 2025.

Sun 16/309:00CPT - MAN
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/306:25MAN - CPT
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1£399
Tue 11/209:30CPT - MAN
2 stops24h 40mSWISS
Tue 18/218:45MAN - CPT
1 stop25h 10mSWISS
Deal found 6/1£404
Sun 16/318:10CPT - MAN
2 stops20h 35mKLM
Sun 23/305:55MAN - CPT
2 stops24h 35mKLM
Deal found 7/1£453
Sat 31/515:20CPT - MAN
2 stops20h 10mLufthansa
Sat 7/618:10MAN - CPT
1 stop14h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 6/1£542
Sat 31/513:00CPT - MAN
1 stop25h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 7/608:15MAN - CPT
1 stop25h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1£614
Mon 9/614:35CPT - MAN
2 stops18h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/718:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1£738
Mon 9/613:05CPT - MAN
1 stop19h 40mEmirates
Thu 10/709:50MAN - CPT
2 stops27h 45mEmirates
Deal found 6/1£792
Sat 26/714:00CPT - MAN
2 stops20h 45mBritish Airways
Sat 2/818:15MAN - CPT
2 stops22h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1£798
Thu 24/423:00CPT - MAN
2 stops22h 05mKenya Airways
Thu 4/905:55MAN - CPT
3 stops30h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/1£817

Find flights from Cape Town to Manchester within your budget

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Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/3

09:00-08:10

1 stop25h 10m

Manchester

Sun 23/3

06:25-07:40

1 stop23h 15m

£399

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/2

09:30-08:10

2 stops24h 40m

Manchester

Tue 18/2

18:45-21:55

1 stop25h 10m

£404

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/3

18:10-12:45

2 stops20h 35m

Manchester

Sun 23/3

05:55-08:30

2 stops24h 35m

£453

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/5

15:20-10:30

2 stops20h 10m

Manchester

Sat 7/6

18:10-09:30

1 stop14h 20m

£542

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/5

13:00-13:15

1 stop25h 15m

Manchester

Sat 7/6

08:15-10:50

1 stop25h 35m

£614

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/6

14:35-08:15

2 stops18h 40m

Manchester

Thu 10/7

18:30-13:45

2 stops18h 15m

£738

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/6

13:05-07:45

1 stop19h 40m

Manchester

Thu 10/7

09:50-14:35

2 stops27h 45m

£792

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/4

23:00-20:05

2 stops22h 05m

Manchester

Thu 4/9

05:55-13:40

3 stops30h 45m

£817

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/4

18:55-11:35

1 stop17h 40m

Manchester

Thu 4/9

19:40-11:00

1 stop14h 20m

£2,102

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/3

13:00-13:25

1 stop25h 25m

£326

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Manchester

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Manchester

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 3 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Manchester may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 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 Cape Town to Manchester?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Manchester (average of £117). Flying from Cape Town to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £143). 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 CPT to MAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Manchester. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Manchester in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Manchester flight should consider departing on Monday evenings 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 Manchester by month

Plan your trip to Manchester by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Manchester ranges from 50.0 - 90.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Manchester when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Manchester by month

Plan your trip to Manchester by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Manchester, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Manchester

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manchester. 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 Manchester. Reviews last updated 7 January 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,337 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,337 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,337 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,337 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,337 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,749 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,337 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,590 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,337 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,898 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,337 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at £404, SWISS will fly you from Cape Town to Manchester and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from KLM and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £453 and £542, respectively. SWISS is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £326. Users have also found prices from £344 and £355 on Kenya Airways and KLM, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Manchester (average of £117). Flying from Cape Town to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £143). 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 7 airlines flying from Cape Town to Manchester

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SWISSCheapest£312Average£480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£431Average£655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£545Average£683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£596Average£727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£628Average£796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest£635Average£744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£713Average£789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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