How many flights depart from England to Cape Town on average per day?

The number of flights available between England and Cape Town is 13 per day as of November 2026. The most frequent departure time is 22:00, with 98% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from England to Cape Town on average per week?

91 flights are operational weekly from England to Cape Town as of November 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Ethiopian Air, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from England according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from England to Cape Town Intl?

Qatar Airways, Norse Atlantic UK, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from England to Cape Town Intl

How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

The average flight duration from England to Cape Town depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from London to Cape Town is 13h 11m on average, while flying from Birmingham to Cape Town is 14h 30m on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

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

Prices for flights from England to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

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

As of November 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from England to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from England 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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21:25 - 12:40LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 15m3 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

11:20 - 21:05CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

£548Multiple Airlines

Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec

07:30 - 21:00LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 30mdirect

23:10 - 09:30CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

12h 20mdirect

£549Norse Atlantic UK

Tue, 16 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar

10:00 - 08:20LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

17:40 - 14:45CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

22h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

£550Condor

Sun, 25 Apr - Tue, 11 May

16:45 - 17:25LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 40m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

11:30 - 21:25CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 55mdirect

£550Multiple Airlines

Sat, 28 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec

20:10 - 09:30LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 20mdirect

11:20 - 21:05CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

£550Norse Atlantic UK

Wed, 3 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar

15:20 - 12:05LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 45m1 stop Istanbul

00:55 - 16:20CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

17h 25m1 stop Istanbul

£552Turkish Airlines

Sat, 6 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar

16:00 - 12:05LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 05m1 stop Istanbul

00:55 - 16:20CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

17h 25m1 stop Istanbul

£552Turkish Airlines

Wed, 10 Mar - Mon, 22 Mar

20:15 - 14:10LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 06:35CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

17h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

£553Ethiopian Air

Sat, 28 Nov - Wed, 16 Dec

20:15 - 14:10LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 06:35CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

17h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

£553Ethiopian Air

Sat, 28 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec

10:00 - 08:20LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

17:40 - 14:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

22h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

£559Condor

Sun, 18 Apr - Thu, 29 Apr

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15:20 - 17:25LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 05m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

11:30 - 21:25CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 55mdirect

£551Multiple Airlines

Sat, 7 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

08:50 - 17:25LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 35m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

11:30 - 21:25CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 55mdirect

£553Multiple Airlines

Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

20:10 - 09:30LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 20mdirect

11:30 - 21:25CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 55mdirect

£559Norse Atlantic UK

Sun, 8 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

07:30 - 21:00LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 30mdirect

11:30 - 21:15CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

£561Norse Atlantic UK

Fri, 6 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

10:00 - 14:10LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 05:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

16h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

£565Ethiopian Air

Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

10:00 - 13:00LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 05:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

16h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

£576Ethiopian Air

Sun, 8 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

20:10 - 09:30LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 20mdirect

11:30 - 21:25CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 55mdirect

£584A.P.G.

Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

20:10 - 09:30LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 20mdirect

11:30 - 21:25CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 55mdirect

£585A.P.G.

Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

08:45 - 07:40LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

09:30 - 22:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

15h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

£603Lufthansa

Wed, 4 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov

08:45 - 07:40LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

09:30 - 22:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

15h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

£606Lufthansa

Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

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Norse Atlantic UK

20 Nov

LGW06:50London Gatwick

11h 30m

CPT20:20Cape Town Intl

7 Dec

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

11h 45m

LGW21:15London Gatwick

£552

Norse Atlantic UK

6 Dec

LGW20:10London Gatwick

11h 20m

CPT09:30Cape Town Intl

20 Dec

CPT11:10Cape Town Intl

11h 45m

LGW20:55London Gatwick

£553

Norse Atlantic UK

25 Nov

LGW20:10London Gatwick

11h 20m

CPT09:30Cape Town Intl

30 Nov

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

11h 45m

LGW21:15London Gatwick

£554

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3 Mar

LHR13:50London Heathrow

15h 50m

1 stop

CPT07:40Cape Town Intl

25 Mar

CPT09:30Cape Town Intl

15h 25m

1 stop

LHR22:55London Heathrow

£589

Lufthansa

1 Dec

LHR08:45London Heathrow

20h 55m

1 stop

CPT07:40Cape Town Intl

8 Dec

CPT09:30Cape Town Intl

15h 25m

1 stop

LHR22:55London Heathrow

£593

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4 Nov

LHR08:45London Heathrow

20h 55m

1 stop

CPT07:40Cape Town Intl

13 Nov

CPT09:30Cape Town Intl

15h 25m

1 stop

LHR22:55London Heathrow

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Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/12

15:10-06:35

1 stop17h 25m

£553

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LHR London Heathrow - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Sat 28/11

20:15-14:10

1 stop15h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/12

15:10-06:35

1 stop17h 25m

£553

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LGW London Gatwick - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Sun 18/4

10:00-08:20

1 stop21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/4

17:40-14:40

1 stop22h 00m

£559

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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 May, then book flights to Cape Town from England during November instead. Flights to Cape Town in November, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around £678.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Cape Town. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £725. Flights from England to Cape Town on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around £849. 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 England to Cape Town when you can find flight prices for as low as £566. 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 afternoon when prices are £872 on average. Flights to Cape Town from England in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest England to Cape Town Intl flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from England when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around £859 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 England for as low as £752 on momondo.

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on England to Cape Town flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	£306
Fastest flight time	11h 20m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from England in the past 72 hours is £306. The best return flight deal from England to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £548.

The fastest flight from England to Cape Town takes 11h 20m

Direct flights go from England to Cape Town on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: Virgin Atlantic and Norse Atlantic UK..

There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From England there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from England to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from England to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from England to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of November 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from England to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from England to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from England 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.
What is the most popular plane model from England to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between England and Cape Town, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 42.54% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787 Dreamliner with 24.24%, Boeing 777-300ER with 15.23%, and Boeing 777 with 14.76%.

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £275	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,712 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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Emirates	PriceFrom £317	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,684 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Norse Atlantic UK	PriceFrom £344	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 56 reviews	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom £383	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 336 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £438	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,463 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
A.P.G.	PriceFrom £447	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0	Search A.P.G. flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom £456	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,045 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Hahn Air	PriceFrom £488	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0	Search Hahn Air flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £538	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,109 reviews	Search SWISS flights

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