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Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from R4 548

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Cheap return flights

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from London to Cape Town.
10:10 - 13:00LGW-CPT
25h 50m1 stop
14:35 - 6:20CPT-LGW
16h 45m1 stop
R11 771Ethiopian Air
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Mon, May 5 - Mon, May 12
10:10 - 13:00LGW-CPT
25h 50m1 stop
14:35 - 6:20CPT-LGW
16h 45m1 stop
R11 808Ethiopian Air
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Mon, May 26 - Mon, Jun 2
10:10 - 13:45LGW-CPT
26h 35m1 stop
14:35 - 6:25CPT-LGW
16h 50m1 stop
R12 044Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Apr 29 - Wed, May 21
8:40 - 10:00LHR-CPT
24h 20m1 stop
8:40 - 7:55CPT-LHR
24h 15m1 stop
R12 790SWISS
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Mon, May 5 - Sun, May 18
18:40 - 10:00LHR-CPT
14h 20m1 stop
8:40 - 7:55CPT-LHR
24h 15m1 stop
R12 827SWISS
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Wed, May 7 - Sun, May 18
18:25 - 13:40LHR-CPT
18h 15m1 stop
14:35 - 16:15CPT-LHR
26h 40m1 stop
R13 245Kenya Airways
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Mon, May 5 - Mon, May 12
18:25 - 22:10LHR-CPT
26h 45m1 stop
14:35 - 16:15CPT-LHR
26h 40m1 stop
R13 300Kenya Airways
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Mon, May 26 - Mon, Jun 2
17:10 - 21:25LHR-CPT
27h 15m1 stop
23:15 - 16:15CPT-LHR
18h 00m1 stop
R13 336KLM
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Thu, May 15 - Tue, Jun 17
6:30 - 21:25LHR-CPT
13h 55m1 stop
18:25 - 16:15CPT-LHR
22h 50m2 stops
R13 518KLM
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Sun, May 11 - Wed, May 21
20:00 - 8:30LGW-CPT
11h 30mdirect
10:55 - 21:40CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
R15 829Norse Atlantic UK
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Tue, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 9

Ethiopian Air flights from London to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on London to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Mar 24
LGW10:00London Gatwick
25h 00m
1 stop
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
Mar 31
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
16h 45m
1 stop
LGW6:20London Gatwick
R11 717
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Ethiopian Air
May 5
LGW10:10London Gatwick
25h 50m
1 stop
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
May 12
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
16h 45m
1 stop
LGW6:20London Gatwick
R11 771
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Ethiopian Air
May 26
LGW10:10London Gatwick
25h 50m
1 stop
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
Jun 2
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
16h 45m
1 stop
LGW6:20London Gatwick
R11 808
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SWISS flights from London to Cape Town

Our best SWISS deals on London to Cape Town flight tickets
SWISS
May 5
LHR8:40London Heathrow
24h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:00Cape Town Intl
May 18
CPT8:40Cape Town Intl
24h 15m
1 stop
LHR7:55London Heathrow
R12 790
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SWISS
May 7
LHR18:40London Heathrow
14h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:00Cape Town Intl
May 18
CPT8:40Cape Town Intl
24h 15m
1 stop
LHR7:55London Heathrow
R12 827
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SWISS
May 5
LHR7:00London Heathrow
26h 00m
2 stops
CPT10:00Cape Town Intl
May 18
CPT8:40Cape Town Intl
32h 45m
1 stop
LHR16:25London Heathrow
R13 372
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Cape Town

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from London, with most prices found around R14 828. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of May, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R15 010.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as R17 743. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Thursday is R24 239.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from London to Cape Town in the morning for as low as R17 008. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R22 276 per ticket.

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 3 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R19 827 when searching 3 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 R17 393 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.

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

As of March 2025, prices for London to Cape Town flights are approximately 27% cheaper 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

R4 548

Fastest flight time

11h 30m

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 R4 548. The best return flight deal from London to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 771.
The fastest flight from London to Cape Town takes 11h 30m
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?

    A flight from London to Cape Town Intl will travel around 9663,9 km. Flights usually cover this in 11h 30m, 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 are updated 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 stopovers. 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 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 licence 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 London to Cape Town?

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


Best airlines flying from London to Cape Town

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from London to Cape Town with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R7 238Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 744 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom R10 520Free CancellationRating
6,7
6 944 reviews
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Norse Atlantic UKPriceFrom R10 624Free CancellationRating
7,1
45 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R11 743Free CancellationRating
7,4
634 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom R11 892Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 568 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R12 439Free CancellationRating
7,2
765 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R12 653Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 422 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom R13 244Free CancellationRating
6,8
261 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R13 965Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 319 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R14 471Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 538 reviews
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  • Virgin Atlantic Flights From London to Cape Town

    The lowest priced Virgin Atlantic flight from London to Cape Town from the last 72 hours was R645. Generally, Virgin Atlantic has 7 flights on this route every week with an average price of R982. Virgin Atlantic is rated 7,4/10 by our users.

  • Norse Atlantic UK Flights From London to Cape Town

    R584 is the best Norse Atlantic UK flight deal from London to Cape Town found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Norse Atlantic UK ticket price found was closer to R711, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Norse Atlantic UK (7,1/10 from 45 user reviews) flies into Cape Town from London 1 time in an average week so prices can vary.


Travelling to a place near Cape Town?

Book flights to Cape Town if you plan to visit one of these locations
Stellenbosch
Hermanus
Paarl
Somerset West
Gordon's Bay
Franschhoek
Simon's Town
Wellington
Atlantis

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Can I find flights from London to Cape Town with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from London to Cape Town with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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