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

Norse Atlantic UK, SWISS, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from England to Cape Town Intl

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

The number of flights available between England and Cape Town is 4 per day as of September 2026. The most frequent departure time is 22:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Ethiopian Air, British Airways and KLM 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 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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 06m on average, while flying from Manchester to Cape Town is 14h 50m 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 September 2026, there are 16 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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07:30 - 21:00LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 30mdirect

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

11h 45mdirect

£492Norse Atlantic UK

Tue, 27 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov

09:40 - 22:10LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 30mdirect

00:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

£498Norse Atlantic UK

Thu, 15 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

07:15 - 07:25LTN London Luton-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 10m2 stops Milan Malpensa Frankfurt am Main

17:40 - 19:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LTN London Luton

27h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Milan Malpensa

£501Multiple Airlines

Mon, 21 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

16:10 - 10:45LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

18:35 - 09:35CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

17h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

£504Condor

Mon, 7 Dec - Wed, 20 Jan

16:10 - 10:45LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

18:35 - 09:35CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

17h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

£504Condor

Tue, 8 Dec - Mon, 18 Jan

09:05 - 07:25STN London Stansted-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 20m2 stops Milan Malpensa Frankfurt am Main

17:40 - 18:30CPT Cape Town Intl-STN London Stansted

25h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Milan Malpensa

£506Multiple Airlines

Mon, 21 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

13:50 - 07:40LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

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

15h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

£508Lufthansa

Mon, 1 Mar - Thu, 4 Mar

17:20 - 12:05STN London Stansted-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 45m1 stop Istanbul

17:20 - 09:55CPT Cape Town Intl-STN London Stansted

18h 35m1 stop Istanbul

£513Turkish Airlines

Thu, 21 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb

17:20 - 12:05STN London Stansted-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 45m1 stop Istanbul

00:55 - 16:20CPT Cape Town Intl-STN London Stansted

17h 25m1 stop Istanbul

£518Turkish Airlines

Tue, 8 Dec - Mon, 18 Jan

13:50 - 07:40LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

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

15h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

£526Lufthansa

Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 9 Mar

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10:10 - 13:30LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

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15:10 - 06:30CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

16h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

£547Ethiopian Air

Sun, 6 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

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

27h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 06:30CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

17h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

£547Ethiopian Air

Mon, 7 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

21:35 - 10:15LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 40m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

00:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

£553Multiple Airlines

Tue, 8 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep

17:30 - 17:30LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 00m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

00:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

£561Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep

08:20 - 10:15MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 - 12:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

25h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£685Qatar Airways

Mon, 7 Sep - Mon, 26 Oct

09:30 - 10:15LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 08:00CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

19h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£699Qatar Airways

Sun, 6 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

15:05 - 10:15LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:55 - 04:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

12h 00mdirect

£701British Airways

Thu, 10 Sep - Tue, 8 Dec

15:05 - 10:15LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:55 - 04:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

12h 00mdirect

£702British Airways

Thu, 10 Sep - Tue, 8 Dec

06:55 - 10:25LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 30m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Johannesburg OR Tambo

18:00 - 07:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

14h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

£725Lufthansa

Tue, 8 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep

10:50 - 10:25LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Johannesburg OR Tambo

17:55 - 07:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

14h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

£759Lufthansa

Sun, 6 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

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Lufthansa flights from England to Cape Town

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Lufthansa

1 Mar

LHR13:50London Heathrow

15h 50m

1 stop

CPT07:40Cape Town Intl

4 Mar

CPT09:30Cape Town Intl

15h 25m

1 stop

LHR22:55London Heathrow

£508

Lufthansa

1 Mar

LHR13:50London Heathrow

15h 50m

1 stop

CPT07:40Cape Town Intl

10 Mar

CPT09:30Cape Town Intl

15h 25m

1 stop

LHR22:55London Heathrow

£526

Lufthansa

3 Mar

LHR13:50London Heathrow

15h 50m

1 stop

CPT07:40Cape Town Intl

9 Mar

CPT09:30Cape Town Intl

15h 25m

1 stop

LHR22:55London Heathrow

£530

British Airways flights from England to Cape Town

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British Airways

22 Feb

LHR20:40London Heathrow

11h 40m

CPT10:20Cape Town Intl

8 Mar

CPT22:10Cape Town Intl

12h 00m

LHR08:10London Heathrow

£538

British Airways

15 Feb

LHR20:40London Heathrow

11h 40m

CPT10:20Cape Town Intl

8 Mar

CPT22:10Cape Town Intl

12h 00m

LHR08:10London Heathrow

£539

British Airways

8 Dec

LHR18:25London Heathrow

11h 40m

CPT08:05Cape Town Intl

19 Jan

CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

12h 00m

LHR04:55London Heathrow

£577

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Tue 27/10

07:30-21:00

Nonstop11h 30m

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Thu 12/11

11:30-21:15

Nonstop11h 45m

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09:40-22:10

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00:10-10:55

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Mon 21/9

07:15-07:25

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17:40-19:55

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£501

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16:10-10:45

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Cape Town Intl

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18:35-09:35

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£504

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1 stop17h 00m

£504

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Mon 21/9

09:05-07:25

2 stops21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

17:40-18:30

2 stops25h 50m

£506

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LHR London Heathrow - CPT Cape Town Intl

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13:50-07:40

1 stop15h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/3

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1 stop15h 25m

£508

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STN London Stansted - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Thu 21/1

17:20-12:05

1 stop16h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/2

17:20-09:55

1 stop18h 35m

£513

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STN London Stansted - CPT Cape Town Intl

STNCPT

London Stansted

Tue 8/12

17:20-12:05

1 stop16h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/1

00:55-16:20

1 stop17h 25m

£518

LondonCape Town

LHR London Heathrow - CPT Cape Town Intl

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 2/3

13:50-07:40

1 stop15h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/3

09:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

£526

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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 £623.

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 £700. Flights from England to Cape Town on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £839. 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 £543. 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 £838 on average. Flights to Cape Town from England in the evening 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 £851 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 £785 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	£299
Fastest flight time	11h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from England in the past 72 hours is £299. The best return flight deal from England to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £492.

The fastest flight from England to Cape Town takes 11h 05m

Direct flights go from England to Cape Town every day.

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 September 2026, there are 16 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 41.01% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787 Dreamliner with 25.68%, Boeing 777-300ER with 13.88%, and Boeing 777 with 12.83%.

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Condor	PriceFrom £270	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 577 reviews	Search Condor flights
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Norse Atlantic UK	PriceFrom £344	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 56 reviews	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom £383	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 326 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £415	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,731 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom £439	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 42 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
A.P.G.	PriceFrom £444	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0	Search A.P.G. flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom £449	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,039 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
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