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Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from £254

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from London to Cape Town departing on 6/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Norse Atlantic UK Logo
09:10 - 21:45LGW-CPT
11h 35mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
00:30 - 11:15CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
£361Norse Atlantic UK
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Mon, 6 Oct - Thu, 9 Oct
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
09:10 - 21:45LGW-CPT
11h 35mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
23:55 - 10:45CPT-LGW
11h 50mdirect
£365Norse Atlantic UK
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Mon, 6 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct
Lufthansa Logo
17:30 - 11:00LHR-CPT
15h 30m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
09:30 - 22:55CPT-LHR
15h 25m1 stop
£495Lufthansa
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Fri, 28 Nov - Wed, 24 Dec
Lufthansa Logo
18:30 - 11:00LHR-CPT
14h 30m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
18:40 - 08:45CPT-LHR
16h 05m1 stop
£519Lufthansa
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Wed, 26 Nov - Wed, 28 Jan
Kenya Airways Logo
11:10 - 21:40LGW-CPT
32h 30m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
23:00 - 05:50CPT-LGW
32h 50m1 stop
£539Kenya Airways
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Mon, 3 Nov - Thu, 13 Nov
Kenya Airways Logo
11:10 - 13:35LGW-CPT
24h 25m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
23:00 - 05:50CPT-LGW
32h 50m1 stop
£543Kenya Airways
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Mon, 3 Nov - Thu, 13 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:00 - 13:00LHR-CPT
15h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 09:05CPT-LHR
19h 30m1 stop
£547Ethiopian Air
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Wed, 1 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct
KLM Logo
14:45 - 21:25LHR-CPT
29h 40m1 stop
KLM Logo
07:45 - 20:55CPT-LHR
14h 10m1 stop
£555KLM
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Fri, 12 Sep - Thu, 2 Oct
KLM Logo
17:10 - 21:25LHR-CPT
27h 15m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:15 - 16:15CPT-LHR
18h 00m1 stop
£557KLM
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Thu, 21 Aug - Thu, 11 Sep
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 08:20LGW-CPT
20h 20m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 05:10CPT-LGW
15h 45m1 stop
£593Ethiopian Air
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Sun, 2 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov

Norse Atlantic UK flights from London to Cape Town

Our best Norse Atlantic UK deals on London to Cape Town flight tickets
Norse Atlantic UK
6 Oct
LGW09:10London Gatwick
11h 35m
CPT21:45Cape Town Intl
9 Oct
CPT00:30Cape Town Intl
11h 45m
LGW11:15London Gatwick
Norse Atlantic UK
6 Oct
LGW09:10London Gatwick
11h 35m
CPT21:45Cape Town Intl
17 Oct
CPT23:55Cape Town Intl
11h 50m
LGW10:45London Gatwick
Norse Atlantic UK
6 Oct
LGW09:10London Gatwick
11h 35m
CPT21:45Cape Town Intl
16 Oct
CPT00:30Cape Town Intl
11h 45m
LGW11:15London Gatwick

A.P.G. flights from London to Cape Town

Our best A.P.G. deals on London to Cape Town flight tickets
A.P.G.
6 Oct
LGW09:10London Gatwick
11h 35m
CPT21:45Cape Town Intl
16 Oct
CPT00:30Cape Town Intl
11h 45m
LGW11:15London Gatwick
A.P.G.
6 Oct
LGW09:10London Gatwick
11h 35m
CPT21:45Cape Town Intl
10 Oct
CPT23:55Cape Town Intl
11h 50m
LGW10:45London Gatwick
A.P.G.
4 Oct
LGW08:25London Gatwick
11h 30m
CPT20:55Cape Town Intl
19 Oct
CPT23:55Cape Town Intl
11h 50m
LGW10:45London Gatwick

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Cape Town from London during November instead. Flights to Cape Town in November, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around £621.

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 £740. Flights from London to Cape Town on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £928. 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 to Cape Town when you can find flight prices for as low as £535. 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 £846 on average. Flights to Cape Town from London in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

Fly from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl for the best London - 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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around £811 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 for as low as £712 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on London 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.

Can stopping save me money on London to Cape Town flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between London to Cape Town.

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

As of June 2025, prices for London to Cape Town flights are approximately 13% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from London to Cape Town

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

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Best price found

£254

Fastest flight time

11h 20m

Direct flights

Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from London in the past 72 hours is £254. The best return flight deal from London to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £361.
The fastest flight from London to Cape Town takes 11h 20m
Direct flights go from London to Cape Town on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 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 to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    London and Cape Town Intl are 6004.9 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 11h 20m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

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

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

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

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from London to Cape Town?

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


Best airlines flying from London to Cape Town

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FlySafairPriceFrom £83Free CancellationRating
8.2
114 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £327Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,274 reviews
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Norse Atlantic UKPriceFrom £335Free CancellationRating
7.2
47 reviews
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A.P.G.PriceFrom £361Free CancellationRating
0.0
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KLMPriceFrom £393Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,365 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom £465Free CancellationRating
7.4
654 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom £481Free CancellationRating
7.2
782 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom £487Free CancellationRating
6.9
266 reviews
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RwandAirPriceFrom £488Free CancellationRating
7.1
27 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £505Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,876 reviews
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