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Cheap flights from Cape Town to London from £253

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A.P.G. Logo
00:30 - 11:15CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
A.P.G. Logo
17:15 - 06:45LGW-CPT
11h 30mdirect
£546A.P.G.
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Thu, 2 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
08:45 - 18:35CPT-LGW
11h 50mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
20:30 - 10:00LGW-CPT
11h 30mdirect
£547Norse Atlantic UK
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Wed, 24 Dec - Wed, 31 Dec
Logo
00:30 - 11:15CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
Logo
06:35 - 17:25LGW-CPT
32h 50m3 stops
£548
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Thu, 2 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 06:20CPT-LGW
15h 55m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 - 08:20LGW-CPT
21h 10m2 stops
£549Ethiopian Air
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Sun, 21 Sep - Tue, 21 Oct
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
12:30 - 22:15CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
20:30 - 10:00LGW-CPT
11h 30mdirect
£551Norse Atlantic UK
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Tue, 9 Dec - Wed, 31 Dec
Logo
12:00 - 21:45CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
Logo
12:15 - 17:25LGW-CPT
27h 10m3 stops
£552
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Mon, 27 Oct - Tue, 11 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
09:00 - 05:10CPT-LGW
22h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 08:20LGW-CPT
20h 20m2 stops
£558Ethiopian Air
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Mon, 9 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb
SWISS Logo
23:35 - 17:50CPT-LGW
20h 15m1 stop
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18:40 - 10:55LGW-CPT
14h 15m1 stop
£563SWISS
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Mon, 24 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
Emirates Logo
13:05 - 07:20CPT-LGW
19h 15m1 stop
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14:30 - 11:35LGW-CPT
20h 05m1 stop
£568Emirates
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Sun, 21 Sep - Tue, 21 Oct
Emirates Logo
13:05 - 19:45CPT-LGW
31h 40m1 stop
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09:40 - 11:40LGW-CPT
24h 00m1 stop
£569Emirates
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Tue, 14 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov

Emirates flights from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport

Our best Emirates deals on Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport flight tickets
Emirates
21 Sept
CPT13:05Cape Town Intl
19h 15m
1 stop
LGW07:20London Gatwick
21 Oct
LGW14:30London Gatwick
20h 05m
1 stop
CPT11:35Cape Town Intl
£568
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Emirates
14 Oct
CPT13:05Cape Town Intl
31h 40m
1 stop
LGW19:45London Gatwick
2 Nov
LGW09:40London Gatwick
24h 00m
1 stop
CPT11:40Cape Town Intl
£569
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Emirates
21 Nov
CPT13:40Cape Town Intl
30h 45m
1 stop
LGW18:25London Gatwick
1 Dec
LGW20:25London Gatwick
37h 15m
1 stop
CPT11:40Cape Town Intl
£572
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Kenya Airways flights from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport flight tickets
Kenya Airways
14 Oct
CPT23:30Cape Town Intl
32h 25m
1 stop
LGW06:55London Gatwick
27 Oct
LGW11:10London Gatwick
16h 50m
1 stop
CPT06:00Cape Town Intl
£592
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Kenya Airways
16 Sept
CPT23:30Cape Town Intl
32h 25m
1 stop
LGW06:55London Gatwick
13 Oct
LGW11:25London Gatwick
33h 45m
1 stop
CPT22:10Cape Town Intl
£665
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Kenya Airways
18 Sept
CPT23:30Cape Town Intl
32h 20m
1 stop
LGW06:50London Gatwick
6 Nov
LGW11:10London Gatwick
24h 25m
2 stops
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
£672
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport 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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 5 September 2025.
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Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/10

00:30-11:15

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Tue 28/10

17:15-06:45

Nonstop11h 30m

£546

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

08:45-18:35

Nonstop11h 50m

London Gatwick

Wed 31/12

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

£547

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/10

00:30-11:15

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Tue 28/10

06:35-17:25

3 stops32h 50m

£548

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/9

15:25-06:20

1 stop15h 55m

London Gatwick

Tue 21/10

10:10-08:20

2 stops21h 10m

£549

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/12

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Wed 31/12

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

£551

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/10

12:00-21:45

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Tue 11/11

12:15-17:25

3 stops27h 10m

£552

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

09:00-05:10

2 stops22h 10m

London Gatwick

Sun 22/2

10:00-08:20

2 stops20h 20m

£558

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/11

23:35-17:50

1 stop20h 15m

London Gatwick

Wed 3/12

18:40-10:55

1 stop14h 15m

£563

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/9

13:05-07:20

1 stop19h 15m

London Gatwick

Tue 21/10

14:30-11:35

1 stop20h 05m

£568

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/10

13:05-19:45

1 stop31h 40m

London Gatwick

Sun 2/11

09:40-11:40

1 stop24h 00m

£569

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to London Gatwick Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to London Gatwick Airport from Cape Town is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around £474, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit London Gatwick Airport in February, then you should wait until November to fly from Cape Town, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £513.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London Gatwick Airport?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to London Gatwick Airport from Cape Town. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was £383. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around £630. 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 London Gatwick Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to London Gatwick Airport in the morning for as low as £395. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to London Gatwick Airport is at midday when prices are around £642.

What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to London Gatwick Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London Gatwick Airport from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London Gatwick Airport for around £591 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London Gatwick Airport from Cape Town for as low as £512 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport.

How have Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport flights are approximately 6% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport (CPT to LGW) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£152

Fastest flight time

11h 45m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun
The best one-way flight to London Gatwick Airport from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is £152. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £383.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport takes 11h 45m
Direct flights go from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Norse Atlantic UK..
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  • How far is Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick by plane?

    A flight from Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick will travel around 5982.7 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 11h 45m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport?

    Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to London Gatwick 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 from Cape Town Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London Gatwick Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your London Gatwick Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport with momondo
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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Norse Atlantic UKPriceFrom £282Free CancellationRating
7.1
48 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £385Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,723 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £513Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,320 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £524Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,622 reviews
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