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Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from R8 595

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 24/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CPT
Nov 24 — Dec 11
1 adult

The best prices from London to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or November, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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 19 November 2024.

Round-trip from

R13 940

One-way from

R8 595

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 14/1-4/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 10m total
  • London to Cape Town
24/11
  • 24/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 55m total
  • London to Cape Town
High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop

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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 19 November 2024.

Fri 29/1120:50LGW - CPT
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/1211:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R13 940
Mon 25/1118:45LGW - CPT
1 stop14h 10mSWISS
Wed 25/1223:55CPT - LGW
1 stop19h 55mSWISS
Deal found 18/11R13 958
Tue 3/129:00LHR - CPT
2 stops34h 55mSWISS
Sun 22/129:00CPT - LHR
2 stops35h 40mSWISS
Deal found 19/11R13 976
Mon 2/1218:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 25mLufthansa
Tue 17/1218:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 19/11R14 030
Wed 27/1119:35LHR - CPT
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/18:05CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11R14 120
Wed 20/1117:50LHR - CPT
1 stop25h 40mKLM
Wed 27/1123:20CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 40mKLM
Deal found 19/11R14 301
Wed 27/1118:55LCY - CPT
1 stop24h 35mKLM
Fri 31/18:05CPT - LCY
1 stop26h 05mKLM
Deal found 18/11R14 373
Tue 26/1119:35LHR - CPT
3 stops40h 00mKenya Airways
Wed 11/126:00CPT - LHR
2 stops35h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/11R14 373
Mon 2/1217:15LCY - CPT
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/1219:50CPT - LCY
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11R14 445
Mon 25/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 20mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 26/1211:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 35mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 18/11R14 445
Thu 21/1110:00LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/1213:50CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/11R14 590
Tue 26/1119:10LCY - CPT
1 stop24h 45mSWISS
Mon 9/1219:50CPT - LCY
1 stop19h 00mSWISS
Deal found 18/11R14 608

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 620 664 searches. Data last updated 19 November 2024.

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LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 14/1

19:35-21:40

2 stops48h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/2

23:00-15:30

1 stop18h 30m

R13 940

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Fri 29/11

20:50-10:40

3 stops35h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/12

11:45-21:20

Nonstop11h 35m

R13 940

LondonCape Town

LCY - CPT

LCYCPT

London City

Fri 24/1

19:20-7:20

1 stop34h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/2

19:50-8:35

1 stop14h 45m

R13 958

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 22/1

6:00-21:55

1 stop13h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

9:00-8:05

1 stop25h 05m

R13 958

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 25/11

18:45-10:55

1 stop14h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/12

23:55-17:50

1 stop19h 55m

R13 958

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 2/12

18:30-10:55

1 stop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/12

18:30-7:45

1 stop15h 15m

R14 030

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 17/2

10:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/3

15:20-5:40

1 stop16h 20m

R14 030

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 27/11

19:35-21:30

2 stops23h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/1

8:05-20:50

1 stop14h 45m

R14 120

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Wed 22/1

20:30-9:50

Nonstop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/2

11:45-21:20

Nonstop11h 35m

R14 192

LondonCape Town

LCY - CPT

LCYCPT

London City

Wed 27/11

18:55-21:30

1 stop24h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/1

8:05-8:10

1 stop26h 05m

R14 373

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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 15 November 2024.

The best time to book flights from London to Cape Town is 11 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 R149). 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 19 November 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from London to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% 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. Thursday at midday 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 19 November 2024.

The most flights from LON to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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 19 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from London to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about Kenya Airways, SWISS and Lufthansa. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7,8
Good
1 350 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7,6
Good
1 636 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7,5
Good
3 834 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7,5
Good
662 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

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 Kenya Airways is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at R13 940. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SWISS and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at R13 958 and R14 030, respectively. Users have found that Kenya Airways is 23% 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 (R8 848), Kenya Airways (R9 227), and Ethiopian Air (R10 419).

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

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

    Consider China Eastern (80%), Virgin Atlantic (80%) or Iberia (76%) 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 R21 859, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R11 318. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R12 351.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to Cape Town?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to Cape Town flights?

  • 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 R149). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from London to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR8 336AverageR12 509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR10 416AverageR17 909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 500AverageR16 558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 654AverageR19 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR11 802AverageR15 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 927AverageR15 965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 374AverageR14 964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 411AverageR17 959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR13 505AverageR18 105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 362AverageR17 346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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