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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Manchester from £339

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MAN
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Manchester are usually found in November or February, booked 81 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£535

One-way from

£339

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£564
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 26/5-28/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 39h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Manchester
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30/4
  • 30/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£51 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 25 March 2025.

Wed 19/1109:00CPT - MAN
1 stop25h 10mSWISS
Tue 25/1118:50MAN - CPT
2 stops34h 50mSWISS
Deal found 24/3£510
Tue 20/513:10CPT - MAN
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/520:40MAN - CPT
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£513
Wed 19/1109:30CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 50mLufthansa
Tue 25/1117:40MAN - CPT
1 stop36h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 25/3£534
Mon 19/515:20CPT - MAN
2 stops22h 50mKLM
Tue 27/513:45MAN - CPT
1 stop30h 40mKLM
Deal found 25/3£558
Tue 20/516:35CPT - MAN
1 stop20h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 27/517:35MAN - CPT
1 stop17h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3£598
Sun 18/515:25CPT - MAN
2 stops17h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 27/518:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/3£612
Fri 12/914:35CPT - MAN
3 stops31h 35mKenya Airways
Sat 20/911:10MAN - CPT
3 stops25h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/3£662
Fri 12/918:55CPT - MAN
1 stop21h 55mBritish Airways
Sat 20/918:15MAN - CPT
1 stop15h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3£677
Tue 6/513:05CPT - MAN
1 stop19h 40mEmirates
Tue 13/514:05MAN - CPT
1 stop25h 45mEmirates
Deal found 23/3£691
Tue 6/513:00CPT - MAN
1 stop18h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 8/521:40MAN - CPT
1 stop36h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/3£782

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Manchester 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 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Manchester that are best for you.

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Price

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

11:05-08:05

2 stops22h 00m

Manchester

Wed 28/5

18:10-12:40

2 stops17h 30m

£535

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/5

18:25-16:45

2 stops23h 20m

Manchester

Sun 25/5

05:55-21:25

1 stop14h 30m

£558

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/5

19:00-17:55

1 stop23h 55m

Manchester

Sat 10/5

08:50-07:10

1 stop21h 20m

£600

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/5

15:25-08:15

2 stops17h 50m

Manchester

Sat 24/5

18:30-14:35

2 stops19h 05m

£660

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/9

14:35-21:10

3 stops31h 35m

Manchester

Sat 20/9

11:10-13:40

3 stops25h 30m

£662

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/9

18:55-15:50

1 stop21h 55m

Manchester

Sat 20/9

18:15-11:00

1 stop15h 45m

£677

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/5

13:05-07:45

1 stop19h 40m

Manchester

Tue 13/5

14:05-16:50

1 stop25h 45m

£691

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/4

18:05-17:00

2 stops23h 55m

Manchester

Thu 15/5

11:25-09:30

1 stop21h 05m

£759

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/5

13:00-06:30

1 stop18h 30m

Manchester

Thu 8/5

21:40-10:50

1 stop36h 10m

£782

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/6

16:35-16:05

1 stop24h 30m

Manchester

Tue 15/7

23:15-11:50

1 stop35h 35m

£956

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Manchester

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Manchester from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Manchester

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 21 March 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 81 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 25 March 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 25 March 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,745 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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 £558, KLM will fly you from Cape Town to Manchester and back. In addition to KLM, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from SWISS and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £600 and £660, respectively. KLM is currently priced 12% 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 Emirates. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £386. Users have also found prices from £446 and £513 on Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, 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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SWISSCheapest£290Average£449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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