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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Cape Town from £257

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from the United Kingdom to Cape Town departing on 15/5. 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
09:00 - 21:30
LGW
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CPT
11h 30mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
23:30 - 10:15
CPT
-
LGW
11h 45mdirect
£475Norse Atlantic UK
Mon, 11 May - Mon, 25 May
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
17:15 - 06:45
LGW
-
CPT
11h 30mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
08:45 - 18:30
CPT
-
LGW
11h 45mdirect
£479Norse Atlantic UK
Tue, 3 Feb - Wed, 4 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 - 14:35
LGW
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CPT
27h 25m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 06:20
CPT
-
LGW
17h 30m1 stop
£479Ethiopian Air
Mon, 11 May - Sun, 24 May
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 13:00
LGW
-
CPT
25h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 05:40
CPT
-
LGW
16h 15m1 stop
£492Ethiopian Air
Mon, 2 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:30 - 11:50
LHR
-
CPT
16h 20m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:40 - 09:35
CPT
-
LHR
17h 55m1 stop
£523Turkish Airlines
Tue, 12 May - Wed, 20 May
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:00 - 11:50
LHR
-
CPT
16h 50m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:40 - 09:35
CPT
-
LHR
17h 55m1 stop
£531Turkish Airlines
Sat, 25 Apr - Mon, 11 May
Lufthansa Logo
17:45 - 11:10
BHX
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CPT
39h 25m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
15:20 - 22:55
CPT
-
BHX
33h 35m2 stops
£625Lufthansa
Sun, 18 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan
Lufthansa Logo
13:20 - 13:25
BHX
-
CPT
22h 05m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
15:20 - 10:00
CPT
-
BHX
44h 40m2 stops
£626Lufthansa
Sat, 17 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan
KLM Logo
17:20 - 05:50
GLA
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CPT
34h 30m2 stops
KLM Logo
07:55 - 09:55
CPT
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GLA
28h 00m2 stops
£638KLM
Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
KLM Logo
17:20 - 05:50
GLA
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CPT
34h 30m2 stops
KLM Logo
07:55 - 09:55
CPT
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GLA
28h 00m2 stops
£639KLM
Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb

Turkish Airlines flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on United Kingdom to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
12 May
LGW17:15London Gatwick
17h 35m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
20 May
CPT16:40Cape Town Intl
18h 15m
1 stop
LGW09:55London Gatwick
£499
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Turkish Airlines
16 May
LGW14:05London Gatwick
20h 45m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
20 May
CPT16:40Cape Town Intl
18h 15m
1 stop
LGW09:55London Gatwick
£507
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Turkish Airlines
12 May
LHR18:30London Heathrow
16h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
20 May
CPT16:40Cape Town Intl
17h 55m
1 stop
LHR09:35London Heathrow
£523
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Air France flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town

Our best Air France deals on United Kingdom to Cape Town flight tickets
Air France
22 Jan
MAN06:00Manchester
21h 50m
1 stop
CPT05:50Cape Town Intl
26 Jan
CPT07:55Cape Town Intl
15h 35m
1 stop
MAN21:30Manchester
£554
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Air France
13 Apr
LHR19:45London Heathrow
25h 00m
1 stop
CPT21:45Cape Town Intl
26 Apr
CPT23:45Cape Town Intl
17h 50m
1 stop
LHR16:35London Heathrow
£558
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Air France
20 Jan
LHR06:20London Heathrow
21h 30m
1 stop
CPT05:50Cape Town Intl
26 Jan
CPT07:55Cape Town Intl
15h 30m
1 stop
LHR21:25London Heathrow
£565
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

09:00-21:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 25/5

23:30-10:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£475

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 3/2

17:15-06:45

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

08:45-18:30

Nonstop11h 45m

£479

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

10:10-14:35

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/5

13:50-06:20

1 stop17h 30m

£479

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 2/2

10:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/2

15:25-05:40

1 stop16h 15m

£492

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 12/5

18:30-11:50

1 stop16h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

16:40-09:35

1 stop17h 55m

£523

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 25/4

18:00-11:50

1 stop16h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

16:40-09:35

1 stop17h 55m

£531

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Sun 18/1

17:45-11:10

2 stops39h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/1

15:20-22:55

2 stops33h 35m

£625

BirminghamCape Town

BHX - CPT

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Sat 17/1

13:20-13:25

2 stops22h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/1

15:20-10:00

2 stops44h 40m

£626

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Wed 21/1

17:20-05:50

2 stops34h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

07:55-09:55

2 stops28h 00m

£638

GlasgowCape Town

GLA - CPT

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Wed 21/1

17:20-05:50

2 stops34h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

07:55-09:55

2 stops28h 00m

£639

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom during October instead. Flights to Cape Town in October, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around £601.

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

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 £707. Flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £855. 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 United Kingdom to Cape Town when you can find flight prices for as low as £485. 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 £820 on average. Flights to Cape Town from United Kingdom in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl flight route?

Fly from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl for the best United Kingdom - 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 United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around £805 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 United Kingdom for as low as £708 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Cape Town flights?

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

Cheap United Kingdom to Cape Town flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town

Best price found

£342

Fastest flight time

11h 30m

Direct flights

Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from United Kingdom in the past 72 hours is £342. The best return flight deal from United Kingdom to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £406.
The fastest flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town takes 11h 30m
Direct flights go from United Kingdom to Cape Town on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Norse Atlantic UK..
There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From United Kingdom there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

Best airlines flying from United Kingdom to Cape Town

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FlySafairPriceFrom £85Free CancellationRating
8.2
118 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £324Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,440 reviews
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Norse Atlantic UKPriceFrom £357Free CancellationRating
7.2
51 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £400Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,430 reviews
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A.P.G.PriceFrom £423Free CancellationRating
0.0
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom £431Free CancellationRating
7.2
911 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £439Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,100 reviews
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Hahn AirPriceFrom £459Free CancellationRating
0.0
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RwandAirPriceFrom £487Free CancellationRating
7.7
37 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £490Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,813 reviews
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