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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town from £304

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Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 - 18:55
LGW
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CPT
31h 45m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 06:20
CPT
-
LGW
17h 30m
1 stop
£522Ethiopian Air
Mon, 11 May - Mon, 18 May
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
17:15 - 06:45
LGW
-
CPT
11h 30mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
08:45 - 18:30
CPT
-
LGW
11h 45mdirect
£523Norse Atlantic UK
Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:00 - 21:30
LGW
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CPT
11h 30mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 09:55
CPT
-
LGW
18h 20m
1 stop
£523Multiple Airlines
Sun, 3 May - Wed, 20 May
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 13:00
LGW
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CPT
25h 00m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 06:20
CPT
-
LGW
17h 30m
1 stop
£524Ethiopian Air
Mon, 23 Feb - Mon, 30 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 08:20
LGW
-
CPT
20h 20m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 05:40
CPT
-
LGW
16h 15m
1 stop
£525Ethiopian Air
Thu, 19 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
20:30 - 10:00
LGW
-
CPT
11h 30mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
08:45 - 18:30
CPT
-
LGW
11h 45mdirect
£526Norse Atlantic UK
Wed, 11 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 13:00
LGW
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CPT
25h 00m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 05:40
CPT
-
LGW
17h 50m
1 stop
£526Ethiopian Air
Mon, 23 Feb - Sat, 14 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:00 - 21:30
LGW
-
CPT
11h 30mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 09:55
CPT
-
LGW
18h 20m
1 stop
£527Multiple Airlines
Thu, 7 May - Wed, 20 May
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 13:00
LGW
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CPT
25h 00m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 05:40
CPT
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LGW
16h 15m
1 stop
£528Ethiopian Air
Mon, 2 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:00 - 21:30
LGW
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CPT
11h 30mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:15 - 07:20
CPT
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LGW
19h 05m
1 stop
£529Multiple Airlines
Fri, 8 May - Sun, 31 May

Turkish Airlines flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
8 Jun
LGW17:35London Gatwick
17h 15m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
15 Jun
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
18h 20m
1 stop
LGW09:55London Gatwick
£534
Turkish Airlines
20 Apr
LGW17:35London Gatwick
17h 15m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
27 Apr
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
25h 05m
1 stop
LGW16:40London Gatwick
£535
Turkish Airlines
22 Apr
LGW07:00London Gatwick
27h 50m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
7 May
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
25h 05m
1 stop
LGW16:40London Gatwick
£538

Ethiopian Air flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
11 May
LGW10:10London Gatwick
31h 45m
2 stops
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
18 May
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
17h 30m
1 stop
LGW06:20London Gatwick
£522
Ethiopian Air
19 Feb
LGW10:00London Gatwick
45h 25m
2 stops
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
7 Mar
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
17h 50m
1 stop
LGW05:40London Gatwick
£525
Ethiopian Air
23 Feb
LGW10:00London Gatwick
25h 00m
1 stop
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
14 Mar
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
17h 50m
1 stop
LGW05:40London Gatwick
£526

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LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

10:10-18:55

2 stops31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

13:50-06:20

1 stop17h 30m

£522

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 3/3

17:15-06:45

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

08:45-18:30

Nonstop11h 45m

£523

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 3/5

09:00-21:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

16:35-09:55

1 stop18h 20m

£523

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 23/2

10:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/3

13:50-06:20

1 stop17h 30m

£524

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Thu 19/2

10:00-08:20

2 stops20h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/3

15:25-05:40

1 stop16h 15m

£525

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Wed 11/3

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

08:45-18:30

Nonstop11h 45m

£526

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 23/2

10:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/3

13:50-05:40

1 stop17h 50m

£526

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

09:00-21:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

16:35-09:55

1 stop18h 20m

£527

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 2/3

10:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

15:25-05:40

1 stop16h 15m

£528

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Fri 8/5

09:00-21:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/5

13:15-07:20

1 stop19h 05m

£529

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

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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 London Gatwick Airport during November instead. Flights to Cape Town in November, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around £435.

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 £707. Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £858. 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 London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town when you can find flight prices for as low as £465. 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 £797 on average. Flights to Cape Town from London Gatwick Airport in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

Fly from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl for the best London Gatwick - Cape Town Intl flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from London Gatwick Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around £640 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 London Gatwick Airport for as low as £412 on momondo.

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

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

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

As of January 2026, prices for London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 70% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town

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

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

Best price found

£311

Fastest flight time

11h 30m

Direct flights

Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from London Gatwick Airport in the past 72 hours is £311. The best return flight deal from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £446.
The fastest flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town takes 11h 30m
Direct flights go from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Norse Atlantic UK..
There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From London Gatwick Airport there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).
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  • How far is London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    London Gatwick and Cape Town Intl are 5982.7 mi apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 11h 30m.

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

    Prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl 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 London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town?

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

Best airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town

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EmiratesPriceFrom £304Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,489 reviews
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Norse Atlantic UKPriceFrom £339Free CancellationRating
7.2
51 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £390Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,443 reviews
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A.P.G.PriceFrom £439Free CancellationRating
0.0
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Hahn AirPriceFrom £473Free CancellationRating
0.0
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom £479Free CancellationRating
7.2
952 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom £483Free CancellationRating
6.8
294 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £510Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,209 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £530Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,863 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £554Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,704 reviews
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  • Norse Atlantic UK Flights From London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town

    Across 4 Norse Atlantic UK flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town this week, the average price was £473, with the best Norse Atlantic UK deals starting from £339 round-trip. 51 users have rated Norse Atlantic UK on momondo, with an average score of 7.2/10.

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