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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cape Town from £506

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Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:35
MAN
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CPT
18h 05m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 08:20
CPT
-
MAN
20h 30m
2 stops
£556Ethiopian Air
Mon, 26 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:35
MAN
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CPT
18h 05m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 07:30
CPT
-
MAN
18h 55m
2 stops
£556Ethiopian Air
Wed, 28 Jan - Mon, 9 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:35
MAN
-
CPT
19h 05m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 08:15
CPT
-
MAN
17h 50m
2 stops
£563Ethiopian Air
Thu, 4 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun
Air France Logo
11:05 - 05:50
MAN
-
CPT
16h 45m
1 stop
Air France Logo
07:55 - 22:20
CPT
-
MAN
15h 25m
1 stop
£565Air France
Sun, 15 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar
Air France Logo
06:00 - 05:50
MAN
-
CPT
21h 50m
1 stop
Air France Logo
07:55 - 22:20
CPT
-
MAN
15h 25m
1 stop
£565Air France
Fri, 13 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:25 - 21:55
MAN
-
CPT
26h 30m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:55 - 22:20
CPT
-
MAN
15h 25m
1 stop
£566Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:35
MAN
-
CPT
18h 05m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 08:30
CPT
-
MAN
19h 40m
2 stops
£568Ethiopian Air
Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 3 Apr
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 13:00
MAN
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CPT
17h 30m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 08:30
CPT
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MAN
19h 40m
2 stops
£568Ethiopian Air
Wed, 17 Jun - Sun, 28 Jun
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:35
MAN
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CPT
18h 05m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 07:30
CPT
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MAN
18h 55m
2 stops
£569Ethiopian Air
Wed, 28 Jan - Mon, 9 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
21:30 - 17:30
MAN
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CPT
18h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 06:00
CPT
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MAN
19h 25m
1 stop
£570Qatar Airways
Sun, 15 Feb - Fri, 6 Mar

Air France flights from Manchester to Cape Town

Our best Air France deals on Manchester to Cape Town flight tickets
Air France
15 Mar
MAN11:05Manchester
16h 45m
1 stop
CPT05:50Cape Town Intl
29 Mar
CPT07:55Cape Town Intl
15h 25m
1 stop
MAN22:20Manchester
£565
Air France
13 Mar
MAN06:00Manchester
21h 50m
1 stop
CPT05:50Cape Town Intl
29 Mar
CPT07:55Cape Town Intl
15h 25m
1 stop
MAN22:20Manchester
£565
Air France
14 Mar
MAN11:05Manchester
16h 45m
1 stop
CPT05:50Cape Town Intl
29 Mar
CPT07:55Cape Town Intl
34h 00m
1 stop
MAN16:55Manchester
£589

Kenya Airways flights from Manchester to Cape Town

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Manchester to Cape Town flight tickets
Kenya Airways
27 Jan
MAN11:00Manchester
33h 05m
2 stops
CPT22:05Cape Town Intl
10 Feb
CPT14:25Cape Town Intl
27h 40m
3 stops
MAN16:05Manchester
£613
Kenya Airways
27 Jan
MAN13:40Manchester
30h 25m
2 stops
CPT22:05Cape Town Intl
10 Feb
CPT14:25Cape Town Intl
27h 40m
3 stops
MAN16:05Manchester
£614
Kenya Airways
4 Mar
MAN06:00Manchester
29h 35m
3 stops
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
3 Apr
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
44h 25m
3 stops
MAN10:00Manchester
£614

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 16 January 2026.
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ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 26/1

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/2

13:50-08:20

2 stops20h 30m

£556

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 28/1

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

14:35-07:30

2 stops18h 55m

£556

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 4/6

18:30-14:35

2 stops19h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/6

15:25-08:15

2 stops17h 50m

£563

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 15/3

11:05-05:50

1 stop16h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

07:55-22:20

1 stop15h 25m

£565

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 13/3

06:00-05:50

1 stop21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

07:55-22:20

1 stop15h 25m

£565

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 16/3

17:25-21:55

1 stop26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

07:55-22:20

1 stop15h 25m

£566

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 20/3

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/4

13:50-08:30

2 stops19h 40m

£568

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 17/6

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/6

13:50-08:30

2 stops19h 40m

£568

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 28/1

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

14:35-07:30

2 stops18h 55m

£569

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 15/2

21:30-17:30

1 stop18h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/3

12:35-06:00

1 stop19h 25m

£570

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester to Cape Town

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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 Manchester during March instead. Flights to Cape Town in March, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around £621.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Manchester when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around £722 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 Manchester for as low as £600 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Manchester to Cape Town flight.

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

As of January 2026, prices for Manchester to Cape Town flights are approximately 60% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Manchester to Cape Town

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

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Fastest flight time

17h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Manchester to Cape Town takes 17h 00m
There are no direct flights from Manchester to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Manchester to Cape Town.
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  • How far is Manchester to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    There are 6161.1 mi between Manchester and Cape Town Intl. 17h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Manchester Airport 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 airline from Manchester to Cape Town?

Best airlines flying from Manchester to Cape Town

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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom £430Free CancellationRating
7.2
945 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £492Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,849 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £547Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,440 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £569Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,718 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom £575Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,522 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £576Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,175 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom £593Free CancellationRating
6.8
290 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £595Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,715 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £668Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,679 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £728Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,469 reviews
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