Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

KLM, British Airways, Ethiopian Air and Virgin Atlantic are the most popular airlines that fly from United Kingdom to Cape Town on a routine basis, according to our data. You should be able to find flights to Cape Town with these airlines and other airlines flying from United Kingdom.

FlySafair Flights to Cape Town

FlySafair is a popular choice for users travelling to Cape Town. It operates 129 flights every week to Cape Town, most often flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo. FlySafair ticket prices will depend on when and where you need to fly from - deals as low as £84 (from London Heathrow) have been found by momondo users. In 116 reviews, momondo users have rated FlySafair at an average score of 8.3/10.

Emirates Flights to Cape Town

Emirates flights to Cape Town can start from as low as £329 (round-trip, from Birmingham, found in the last 72 hours). Over 19 flights that Emirates operates to Cape Town in a normal week, prices can vary significantly. The most popular Emirates flight to Cape Town is from Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl. Emirates has been rated 8.1/10 by momondo users, in 3,334 reviews.

How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

The average flight duration from United Kingdom to Cape Town depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl is 11h 35m on average, while flying from Manchester to Cape Town Intl is 17h 15m on average. Cape Town Intl is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

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20:35 - 06:45GLA-CPT

32h 10m1 stop

12:30 - 11:10CPT-GLA

24h 40m1 stop

£413

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Mon, 10 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

09:10 - 21:45LGW-CPT

11h 35mdirect

00:30 - 11:15CPT-LGW

11h 45mdirect

£427A.P.G.

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Mon, 6 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct

09:00 - 21:30LGW-CPT

11h 30mdirect

23:55 - 10:45CPT-LGW

11h 50mdirect

£429Norse Atlantic UK

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Sat, 4 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct

09:30 - 22:00LGW-CPT

11h 30mdirect

23:55 - 10:45CPT-LGW

11h 50mdirect

£433Norse Atlantic UK

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Sun, 12 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct

08:45 - 07:40LHR-CPT

20h 55m1 stop

09:30 - 22:55CPT-LHR

15h 25m1 stop

£478Lufthansa

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Tue, 9 Dec - Wed, 24 Dec

13:50 - 07:40LHR-CPT

15h 50m1 stop

09:30 - 22:55CPT-LHR

15h 25m1 stop

£505Lufthansa

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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov

20:15 - 13:45LHR-CPT

15h 30m1 stop

15:25 - 06:35CPT-LHR

17h 10m1 stop

£560Ethiopian Air

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Tue, 2 Dec - Tue, 23 Dec

06:30 - 21:10LHR-CPT

13h 40m1 stop

23:00 - 17:35CPT-LHR

19h 35m1 stop

£568KLM

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Mon, 22 Sep - Mon, 6 Oct

20:25 - 21:55LHR-CPT

23h 30m1 stop

08:00 - 20:50CPT-LHR

14h 50m1 stop

£569KLM

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Sun, 8 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar

17:30 - 13:45MAN-CPT

18h 15m2 stops

15:25 - 08:15CPT-MAN

17h 50m2 stops

£608Ethiopian Air

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GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Mon 10/11

20:35-06:45

1 stop32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

12:30-11:10

1 stop24h 40m

£413

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 6/10

09:10-21:45

Nonstop11h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/10

00:30-11:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£427

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sat 4/10

09:00-21:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/10

23:55-10:45

Nonstop11h 50m

£429

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 12/10

09:30-22:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/10

23:55-10:45

Nonstop11h 50m

£433

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 9/12

08:45-07:40

1 stop20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

09:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

£478

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 27/10

13:50-07:40

1 stop15h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

09:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

£505

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 2/12

20:15-13:45

1 stop15h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/12

15:25-06:35

1 stop17h 10m

£560

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 22/9

06:30-21:10

1 stop13h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/10

23:00-17:35

1 stop19h 35m

£568

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sun 8/3

20:25-21:55

1 stop23h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

08:00-20:50

1 stop14h 50m

£569

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 28/10

17:30-13:45

2 stops18h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/4

15:25-08:15

2 stops17h 50m

£608

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Cape Town from United Kingdom during May instead. Flights to Cape Town in May, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around £619.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Cape Town. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £740. Flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £905. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from United Kingdom to Cape Town when you can find flight prices for as low as £481. Flying to Cape Town in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are £842 on average. Flights to Cape Town from United Kingdom in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around £809 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from United Kingdom for as low as £708 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CAPE TOWN FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	May	20% cheaper	Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town costs on average just £653 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CAPE TOWN FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	December	40% more expensive	It costs about £1,139 for flights to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CAPE TOWN FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	December	631% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport in December than any other month

Cheap Cape Town flight deals and tips

Summary info about Cape Town flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	£285
Best Round-Trip Price	£413
Fastest flight time	11h 30m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Cape Town from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £285 (London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Cape Town from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £413 (Glasgow Intl to Cape Town Intl).

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The fastest flight to Cape Town from United Kingdom takes 11h 30m (London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Cape Town, with a 5% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Cape Town

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is about 23 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are £743. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though, because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as £591.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Cape Town Intl Airport?

As of September 2025, there are 26 operators available to choose from for flights to Cape Town Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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