Question 1

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 25m.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 13 flights take off from London and land in Cape Town each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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 £804 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 £730 on momondo.

Question 6

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Cape Town flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 40m.

Question 9

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between London and Cape Town is 93 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 11

How often are flights from London to Cape Town delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between London and Cape Town have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 119 minutes.

Question 12

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London and Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

Addis Ababa (ADD) was the most common stop: 39% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for London to Cape Town flights are approximately 38% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 14

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Cape Town from London during October instead. Flights to Cape Town in October, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around £592.

Question 15

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

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 £721. Flights from London to Cape Town on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £880. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 16

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from London according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 39% 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.

Question 17

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

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 £481. 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 £818 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.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Kenya Airways, Norse Atlantic UK, and Iberia are the most popular carriers operating from London to Cape Town Intl

Question 19

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Algiers (ALG) offer the lowest average return price of £460.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £579 to £801.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £534.

Question 21

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Cape Town flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 22

Which airlines fly direct from London to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

British Airways is the only airline that offers direct flights from London to Cape Town. You'll depart from Heathrow Airport (LHR) and land at Cape Town International Airport (CPT) after a flight of around 11h 40min. These are daily flights. You can fly with other airlines if you prefer, but these will all make at least one stopover en route. The quickest one-stop flight is with KLM, which changes planes at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). The trip will take you about 14 hours. Otherwise, you can opt for an Ethiopian Air flight that takes roughly 15h 45min, stopping over in Addis Ababa (ADD). Or board Turkish Airlines and fly to Cape Town via Istanbul (IST) in just under 16 hours. These flights all leave from Heathrow. You can get flights from Gatwick Airport (LGW) on Emirates and from Stansted Airport (STN) on Qatar Airways. These are all longer trips, however.

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in London and Cape Town?

Getting to Heathrow (LHR) from Central London is quick and easy. Simply make your way to Paddington Station and board one of the Heathrow Express trains that leave every 15 minutes. You'll be at the airport about 15 minutes later. From Victoria Coach Station you can catch a National Express bus that will get you to Heathrow in about 45 minutes. For flights leaving from Gatwick (LGW), catch a Southern Service Line train that takes roughly 30 minutes. If you've booked a flight out of Stansted (STN), a Stansted Express train will get you there from Central London in about 50 minutes. After landing at Cape Town International (CPT), you can catch a My Citi bus that takes roughly 30 minutes to the city's Civic Centre. You can also take a taxi or hire a car. It's a drive of just over 15 minutes.

What are the benefits of the different airports in London and Cape Town?

All three London airports are well-appointed international flight hubs, so there's not much to choose between them when it comes to restaurants, service facilities and accessibility features. They all have play areas for children and baby-care facilities. One point of difference is that Stansted (STN) is the least congested, being smaller than the other two. Another thing you might want to consider is the location of each airport. If you're approaching London from the west, then Heathrow (LHR) will be your closest choice. From the south, opt for Gatwick (LGW), and book your flight from Stansted if you're coming from Northern England. Cape Town International (CPT) is also a thoroughly modern airport, the fourth busiest in Africa. It has plenty of food and drink outlets if you want some respite before heading into the city, and showers if you want to refresh yourself first. Full accessibility facilities are available.

Which cities can you get to from Cape Town Airport?

Cape Town Airport (CPT) serves the Western Cape province of South Africa – known for its beautiful scenery, winelands and beaches. It's a vast area and you can go on road trips for hundreds of miles to various inland towns, so we'll limit the scope to those in the vicinity of Cape Town. Franschhoek is a must. It's set in a bowl surrounded by the Groot Drakenstein, and Simonsberg mountains and known for superb rustic restaurants. You can drive there in roughly an hour. Stellenbosch is another major tourist destination in the Cape Winelands. It's a vibrant student town, about 40 minutes from the centre of Cape Town. You can also reach Paarl in around 40 minutes. About 1h 20min to the north lies the West Coast town of Langebaan, on the Atlantic, and if you drive roughly 1h 30min south-east you'll reach the Indian Ocean resort town of Hermanus.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

There are 16 operators available for flights from London to Cape Town Intl Airport as of January 2026.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 26

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

Accepted Answer

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.

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