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Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from £255

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Norse Atlantic UK Logo
09:30 - 22:00LGW-CPT
11h 30mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
12:00 - 21:45CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
£388Norse Atlantic UK
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jeu., 9 oct. - mer., 29 oct.
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
09:30 - 22:00LGW-CPT
11h 30mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
00:30 - 11:15CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
£391Norse Atlantic UK
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ven., 10 oct. - sam., 11 oct.
KLM Logo
19:15 - 21:25LHR-CPT
25h 10m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:15 - 07:40CPT-LHR
33h 25m1 stop
£562KLM
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lun., 23 juin - dim., 6 juil.
KLM Logo
06:30 - 21:10LHR-CPT
13h 40m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:15 - 16:15CPT-LHR
18h 00m1 stop
£564KLM
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lun., 23 juin - mar., 8 juil.
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 - 08:20LGW-CPT
21h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 06:20CPT-LGW
15h 55m1 stop
£568Ethiopian Air
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jeu., 9 oct. - dim., 19 oct.
Ethiopian Air Logo
20:15 - 13:45LHR-CPT
15h 30m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 06:35CPT-LHR
18h 00m1 stop
£573Ethiopian Air
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jeu., 20 nov. - lun., 8 déc.
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:45 - 08:25LHR-CPT
11h 40mdirect
Virgin Atlantic Logo
10:15 - 20:10CPT-LHR
11h 55mdirect
£593Virgin Atlantic
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sam., 1 nov. - dim., 30 nov.
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:45 - 08:25LHR-CPT
11h 40mdirect
Virgin Atlantic Logo
10:15 - 20:10CPT-LHR
11h 55mdirect
£603Virgin Atlantic
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sam., 1 nov. - dim., 30 nov.
British Airways Logo
18:25 - 08:00LHR-CPT
11h 35mdirect
British Airways Logo
20:55 - 07:00CPT-LHR
12h 05mdirect
£670British Airways
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lun., 3 nov. - ven., 28 nov.
British Airways Logo
14:55 - 10:30LHR-CPT
17h 35m1 stop
British Airways Logo
22:00 - 08:00CPT-LHR
12h 00mdirect
£675British Airways
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lun., 10 nov. - jeu., 27 nov.

Kenya Airways flights from London to Cape Town

Our best Kenya Airways deals on London to Cape Town flight tickets
Kenya Airways
13 Oct
LGW11:25London Gatwick
33h 45m
1 stop
CPT22:10Cape Town Intl
23 Oct
CPT23:30Cape Town Intl
32h 20m
1 stop
LGW06:50London Gatwick
Kenya Airways
3 Jul
LGW11:00London Gatwick
25h 45m
2 stops
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
8 Jul
CPT23:30Cape Town Intl
32h 25m
1 stop
LGW06:55London Gatwick
Kenya Airways
1 Dec
LHR17:25London Heathrow
18h 10m
1 stop
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
23 Dec
CPT23:00Cape Town Intl
18h 30m
1 stop
LHR15:30London Heathrow

KLM flights from London to Cape Town

Our best KLM deals on London to Cape Town flight tickets
KLM
23 Jun
LHR19:15London Heathrow
25h 10m
1 stop
CPT21:25Cape Town Intl
6 Jul
CPT23:15Cape Town Intl
33h 25m
1 stop
LHR07:40London Heathrow
KLM
23 Jun
LHR06:30London Heathrow
13h 40m
1 stop
CPT21:10Cape Town Intl
8 Jul
CPT23:15Cape Town Intl
18h 00m
1 stop
LHR16:15London Heathrow
KLM
23 Jun
LHR14:45London Heathrow
29h 40m
1 stop
CPT21:25Cape Town Intl
6 Jul
CPT23:15Cape Town Intl
22h 40m
1 stop
LHR20:55London Heathrow

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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 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 £623.

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 £742. Flights from London to Cape Town on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £932. 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 £516. 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 £847 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 4 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around £813 when searching 4 weeks out.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 £715 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

£255

Fastest flight time

11h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from London in the past 72 hours is £255. The best return flight deal from London to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £388.
The fastest flight from London to Cape Town takes 11h 20m
Direct flights go from London to Cape Town every day.
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 £84Free CancellationRating
8.2
114 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £328Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,265 reviews
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Norse Atlantic UKPriceFrom £335Free CancellationRating
7.2
47 reviews
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A.P.G.PriceFrom £363Free CancellationRating
0.0
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KLMPriceFrom £394Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,358 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom £467Free CancellationRating
7.4
652 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom £483Free CancellationRating
7.2
781 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom £488Free CancellationRating
6.9
265 reviews
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RwandAirPriceFrom £489Free CancellationRating
7.1
27 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £531Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,848 reviews
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Travelling to a place near Cape Town?

Book flights to Cape Town if you plan to visit one of these locations
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