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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Manchester from £261

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SWISS Logo
09:25 - 08:20
CPT
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MAN
24h 55m1 stop
SWISS Logo
18:45 - 07:30
MAN
-
CPT
34h 45m1 stop
£510SWISS
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 07:30
CPT
-
MAN
18h 55m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:35
MAN
-
CPT
18h 05m2 stops
£522Ethiopian Air
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:35 - 09:15
CPT
-
MAN
20h 40m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:40 - 14:35
MAN
-
CPT
28h 55m2 stops
£556Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:25 - 08:20
CPT
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MAN
24h 55m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 - 07:40
MAN
-
CPT
18h 25m1 stop
£580Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Feb - Wed, 11 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:05 - 23:20
CPT
-
MAN
19h 15m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:45 - 10:50
MAN
-
CPT
14h 05m1 stop
£593Multiple Airlines
Tue, 27 Jan - Wed, 11 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 08:20
CPT
-
MAN
18h 55m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:35
MAN
-
CPT
18h 05m2 stops
£594Ethiopian Air
Tue, 27 Jan - Wed, 11 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:05 - 23:20
CPT
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MAN
19h 15m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:10 - 17:30
MAN
-
CPT
30h 20m2 stops
£596Multiple Airlines
Tue, 27 Jan - Wed, 11 Feb
SWISS Logo
09:25 - 08:20
CPT
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MAN
24h 55m1 stop
SWISS Logo
09:10 - 07:40
MAN
-
CPT
20h 30m2 stops
£604SWISS
Wed, 25 Feb - Wed, 11 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 07:30
CPT
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MAN
18h 55m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 13:45
MAN
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CPT
17h 15m2 stops
£605Ethiopian Air
Wed, 24 Dec - Tue, 20 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 08:20
CPT
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MAN
18h 55m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 13:45
MAN
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CPT
17h 15m2 stops
£617Ethiopian Air
Thu, 22 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan

British Airways flights from Cape Town to Manchester

Our best British Airways deals on Cape Town to Manchester flight tickets
British Airways
13 May
CPT14:00Cape Town Intl
20h 50m
2 stops
MAN09:50Manchester
16 May
MAN10:50Manchester
23h 10m
1 stop
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
£699
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British Airways
13 May
CPT15:20Cape Town Intl
17h 40m
2 stops
MAN08:00Manchester
16 May
MAN08:15Manchester
26h 15m
1 stop
CPT11:30Cape Town Intl
£704
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British Airways
18 Mar
CPT15:20Cape Town Intl
18h 35m
2 stops
MAN07:55Manchester
27 Mar
MAN14:05Manchester
18h 25m
1 stop
CPT10:30Cape Town Intl
£984
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Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town to Manchester

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Cape Town to Manchester flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
23 Jan
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
18h 55m
2 stops
MAN07:30Manchester
30 Jan
MAN18:30Manchester
18h 05m
2 stops
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
£522
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Ethiopian Air
27 Jan
CPT15:25Cape Town Intl
18h 55m
2 stops
MAN08:20Manchester
11 Feb
MAN18:30Manchester
18h 05m
2 stops
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
£594
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Ethiopian Air
24 Dec
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
18h 55m
2 stops
MAN07:30Manchester
20 Jan
MAN18:30Manchester
17h 15m
2 stops
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
£605
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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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 11 December 2025.
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Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

09:25-08:20

1 stop24h 55m

Manchester

Fri 30/1

18:45-07:30

1 stop34h 45m

£510

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

14:35-07:30

2 stops18h 55m

Manchester

Fri 30/1

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

£522

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

14:35-09:15

2 stops20h 40m

Manchester

Fri 30/1

07:40-14:35

2 stops28h 55m

£556

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/2

09:25-08:20

1 stop24h 55m

Manchester

Wed 11/3

11:15-07:40

1 stop18h 25m

£580

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

06:05-23:20

2 stops19h 15m

Manchester

Wed 11/2

18:45-10:50

1 stop14h 05m

£593

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

15:25-08:20

2 stops18h 55m

Manchester

Wed 11/2

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

£594

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

06:05-23:20

2 stops19h 15m

Manchester

Wed 11/2

09:10-17:30

2 stops30h 20m

£596

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/2

09:25-08:20

1 stop24h 55m

Manchester

Wed 11/3

09:10-07:40

2 stops20h 30m

£604

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

14:35-07:30

2 stops18h 55m

Manchester

Tue 20/1

18:30-13:45

2 stops17h 15m

£605

Cape TownManchester

CPT - MAN

CPTMAN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

15:25-08:20

2 stops18h 55m

Manchester

Thu 29/1

18:30-13:45

2 stops17h 15m

£617

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to Manchester

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Manchester?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Manchester. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £517. If you aren’t able to travel to Manchester during the month of February, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £542.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Manchester?

The cheapest day to depart from Cape Town to Manchester is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Manchester on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as £556. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around £672. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Manchester.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Manchester is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as £555. Flights to Manchester are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of £674. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Manchester?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Manchester from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Manchester for around £639 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Manchester from Cape Town for as low as £567 on momondo.

How have Cape Town to Manchester flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Cape Town to Manchester flights are approximately 29% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Manchester

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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cape Town to Manchester

Fastest flight time

16h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Manchester takes 16h 00m
There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Manchester. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to Manchester.
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  • How far is Cape Town Intl to Manchester by plane?

    There are 6161.1 mi between Cape Town Intl and Manchester. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 16h 00m.

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

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

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

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

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Manchester 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 airline from Cape Town to Manchester?

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Manchester

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
SWISSPriceFrom £348Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,810 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £427Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,626 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom £471Free CancellationRating
7.2
902 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £477Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,432 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £562Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,434 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £598Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,089 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £630Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,571 reviews
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