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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town from £338

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Cheap return flights

These are some of the best return flight deals from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
Kenya Airways Logo
11:25 - 22:10LGW-CPT
33h 45m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
23:30 - 06:50CPT-LGW
32h 20m1 stop
£540Kenya Airways
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Mon, 13 Oct - Thu, 23 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 - 08:20LGW-CPT
21h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 06:20CPT-LGW
16h 45m1 stop
£564Ethiopian Air
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Mon, 12 May - Mon, 26 May
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 - 08:20LGW-CPT
21h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 06:20CPT-LGW
15h 55m1 stop
£565Ethiopian Air
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Tue, 20 May - Sun, 1 Jun
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10:10 - 09:40LGW-CPT
22h 30m2 stops
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05:50 - 06:20CPT-LGW
25h 30m2 stops
Sun, 8 Jun - Sun, 15 Jun
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08:50 - 12:00LGW-CPT
26h 10m3 stops
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12:55 - 23:00CPT-LGW
35h 05m3 stops
Mon, 2 Jun - Sun, 8 Jun
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:55 - 11:50LGW-CPT
23h 55m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 16:15CPT-LGW
24h 40m1 stop
£605Turkish Airlines
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Tue, 3 Jun - Sun, 15 Jun
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 11:50LGW-CPT
17h 35m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 22:20CPT-LGW
30h 45m1 stop
£614Turkish Airlines
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Fri, 30 May - Fri, 6 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
09:00 - 10:50LGW-CPT
24h 50m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:00 - 06:40CPT-LGW
18h 40m1 stop
£627Qatar Airways
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Wed, 4 Jun - Thu, 12 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
09:00 - 10:50LGW-CPT
24h 50m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:00 - 06:40CPT-LGW
18h 40m1 stop
£652Qatar Airways
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Wed, 28 May - Wed, 18 Jun
SWISS Logo
18:40 - 13:25LGW-CPT
17h 45m2 stops
SWISS Logo
08:40 - 17:50CPT-LGW
34h 10m1 stop
£710SWISS
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Fri, 16 May - Sun, 18 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
3 Jun
LGW10:55London Gatwick
23h 55m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
15 Jun
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
24h 40m
1 stop
LGW16:15London Gatwick
Turkish Airlines
30 May
LGW17:15London Gatwick
17h 35m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
6 Jun
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
30h 45m
1 stop
LGW22:20London Gatwick
Turkish Airlines
30 May
LGW17:15London Gatwick
17h 35m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
6 Jun
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
30h 45m
1 stop
LGW22:20London Gatwick

Emirates flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town

Our best Emirates deals on London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Emirates
6 May
LGW21:45London Gatwick
18h 05m
1 stop
CPT16:50Cape Town Intl
13 May
CPT18:25Cape Town Intl
19h 10m
1 stop
LGW12:35London Gatwick
Emirates
11 May
LGW21:45London Gatwick
36h 50m
1 stop
CPT11:35Cape Town Intl
15 May
CPT13:05Cape Town Intl
31h 40m
1 stop
LGW19:45London Gatwick
Emirates
11 May
LGW14:30London Gatwick
20h 05m
1 stop
CPT11:35Cape Town Intl
15 May
CPT13:05Cape Town Intl
31h 40m
1 stop
LGW19:45London Gatwick

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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 November, then book flights to Cape Town from London Gatwick Airport during February instead. Flights to Cape Town in February, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around £558.

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 £753. Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £948. 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 £703. 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 £855 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 26 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around £720 when searching 26 weeks out.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 £550 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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 May 2025, prices for London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 9% 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

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Best price found

£338

Fastest flight time

11h 20m

Direct flights

Tue

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from London Gatwick Airport in the past 72 hours is £338. The best return flight deal from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £540.
The fastest flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town takes 11h 20m
Direct flights go from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town on Tuesday. Airlines offering direct flights are: A.P.G. and Norse Atlantic UK..
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

  • 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 17h 35m.

  • 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.

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

  • 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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Rating
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EmiratesPriceFrom £340Free CancellationRating
8.0
3,216 reviews
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Norse Atlantic UKPriceFrom £344Free CancellationRating
7.1
45 reviews
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A.P.G.PriceFrom £369Free CancellationRating
0.0
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom £475Free CancellationRating
7.4
643 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom £490Free CancellationRating
7.2
769 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom £496Free CancellationRating
6.8
262 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £544Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,791 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £582Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,563 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £640Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,588 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £777Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,845 reviews
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