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Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from R6 950

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CPT
févr. 26 — mars 51
1 adult

The best prices from London to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or November, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from London to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 février 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 628

One-way from

R6 950

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R16 812

Good round-trip deal

R13 253 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 584 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/3-17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 30m total
  • London to Cape Town
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26/5
  • 26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 10m total
  • London to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R12 532 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from London to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 février 2025.

lun. 10/310:00LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 00mEthiopian Air
sam. 17/513:50CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R12 628
jeu. 4/911:00LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 45mKenya Airways
jeu. 18/923:30CPT - LGW
1 stop32h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2R12 665
mer. 5/320:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 20mNorse Atlantic UK
jeu. 20/311:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 35mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 21/2R12 683
mer. 23/420:00LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
mer. 30/418:25CPT - LGW
1 stop26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R12 831
mer. 7/56:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mKLM
mer. 21/523:00CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 50mKLM
Deal found 20/2R12 867
dim. 23/313:45LHR - CPT
1 stop19h 20mSWISS
mar. 13/519:00CPT - LHR
1 stop23h 50mSWISS
Deal found 20/2R12 941
sam. 15/313:45LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
mer. 14/118:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R13 015
sam. 17/510:45LTN - CPT
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
mar. 15/713:00CPT - LTN
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R13 015
mer. 26/220:15LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
mer. 5/314:35CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/2R13 052
ven. 14/317:25LHR - CPT
1 stop17h 30mKenya Airways
lun. 17/314:30CPT - LHR
1 stop27h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/2R13 070
lun. 24/27:30STN - CPT
3 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/38:30CPT - STN
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R13 347
mer. 7/520:10LCY - CPT
1 stop24h 15mKLM
mer. 21/523:00CPT - LCY
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Deal found 20/2R13 439

Find flights from London to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 février 2025.

Fly from

London

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

lun. 10/3

10:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

sam. 17/5

13:50-6:20

1 stop17h 30m

R12 628

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

mer. 5/3

20:30-9:50

Nonstop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

jeu. 20/3

11:45-21:20

Nonstop11h 35m

R12 683

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

mer. 23/4

20:00-8:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

mer. 30/4

18:25-19:45

1 stop26h 20m

R12 831

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

mer. 7/5

6:30-21:25

1 stop13h 55m

Cape Town Intl

mer. 21/5

23:00-13:50

1 stop15h 50m

R12 867

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

dim. 23/3

13:45-11:05

1 stop19h 20m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 13/5

19:00-17:50

1 stop23h 50m

R12 941

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

sam. 15/3

13:45-7:20

1 stop15h 35m

Cape Town Intl

mer. 14/1

18:30-7:45

1 stop15h 15m

R13 015

LondonCape Town

LTN - CPT

LTNCPT

London Luton

sam. 17/5

10:45-9:30

2 stops21h 45m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 15/7

13:00-22:45

2 stops34h 45m

R13 015

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

mer. 5/3

17:25-21:40

1 stop26h 15m

Cape Town Intl

jeu. 13/3

23:00-15:30

1 stop18h 30m

R13 107

LondonCape Town

LCY - CPT

LCYCPT

London City

mer. 7/5

20:10-21:25

1 stop24h 15m

Cape Town Intl

mer. 21/5

23:00-17:20

1 stop19h 20m

R13 439

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

lun. 10/3

20:30-9:50

Nonstop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

jeu. 13/3

11:45-21:20

Nonstop11h 35m

R13 513

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Best time to book a flight from London to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from London to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from London to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from London to Cape Town is 23 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from London to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LON to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 février 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from London to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from London to Cape Town. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 février 2025.

The most flights from LON to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 21 février 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from London to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, KLM and SWISS. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

SWISS
7,5
Good
1 568 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
654 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 609 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from London?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from London. On average, Cape Town Intl has 9 inbound flights from London per day from 13 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Cape Town round-trip?

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at R12 628. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Norse Atlantic UK and KLM, with the lowest prices starting at R12 683 and R12 867, respectively. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London to Cape Town are Norse Atlantic UK (R7 190), Kenya Airways (R9 715), and Ethiopian Air (R10 139).

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Cape Town?

    Most travellers choose London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl, London City - Cape Town Intl or London Stansted - Cape Town Intl when deciding on the best route from London to Cape Town.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London to Cape Town?

    Consider China Eastern (88%), Virgin Atlantic (88%) or Iberia (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London to Cape Town.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Cape Town?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London to Cape Town? While on average our users pay R19 053, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R13 327. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R12 867.

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on London to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from London to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from London to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 février 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR7 334AverageR16 827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR8 040AverageR25 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 634AverageR16 100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR10 765AverageR12 934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 898AverageR19 030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR12 049AverageR17 473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 485AverageR17 503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 821AverageR20 576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 419AverageR15 515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR14 482AverageR19 466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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