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Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from R8 407

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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CPT
Dec 24 — Dec 311
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 December 2024.

Round-trip from

R13 390

One-way from

R8 407

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R25 728
KLM
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  • 19/1-25/1
  • Nonstop
  • 23h 35m total
  • London to Cape Town
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30/1
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  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 55m total
  • London to Cape Town
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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 December 2024.

Tue 31/1217:35LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/110:00CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R16 434
Wed 25/126:00LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mSWISS
Tue 14/119:50CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 15mSWISS
Deal found 18/12R16 633
Tue 31/1219:10LCY - CPT
1 stop24h 45mSWISS
Wed 15/123:55CPT - LCY
1 stop14h 55mSWISS
Deal found 18/12R17 593
Tue 24/1218:45LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 10mSWISS
Wed 29/123:55CPT - LGW
1 stop19h 55mSWISS
Deal found 18/12R17 792
Tue 31/1215:10LGW - CPT
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/111:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R18 191
Mon 30/1217:25LHR - CPT
1 stop26h 15mKenya Airways
Mon 10/314:30CPT - LHR
2 stops27h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/12R19 079
Mon 23/127:40LHR - CPT
1 stop22h 00mLufthansa
Sat 18/115:50CPT - LHR
2 stops33h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12R19 133
Wed 25/1220:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 20mNorse Atlantic UK
Sun 19/111:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 35mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 18/12R20 510
Tue 31/1215:00STN - CPT
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/113:40CPT - STN
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R20 528
Wed 25/1218:20LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mKLM
Tue 14/110:00CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 55mKLM
Deal found 18/12R20 891
Mon 30/1210:00LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/38:55CPT - LGW
2 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/12R21 380
Fri 20/1220:15LHR - CPT
1 stop16h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 31/1215:20CPT - LHR
1 stop17h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/12R22 032

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 19 December 2024.

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LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sun 19/1

17:55-7:30

Nonstop11h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/1

9:55-19:55

Nonstop12h 00m

R13 390

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 20/1

20:30-9:50

Nonstop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/1

11:45-21:20

Nonstop11h 35m

R13 390

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Mon 27/1

13:45-12:00

2 stops20h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/2

17:15-13:25

2 stops22h 10m

R13 408

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 20/1

17:25-13:35

2 stops18h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/2

14:30-15:30

2 stops27h 00m

R13 408

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Thu 27/3

21:40-7:40

2 stops32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/4

13:00-6:40

1 stop18h 40m

R13 408

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Fri 3/1

18:20-7:55

Nonstop11h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/1

10:00-19:55

Nonstop11h 55m

R13 426

LondonCape Town

LTN - CPT

LTNCPT

London Luton

Mon 20/1

19:05-8:30

3 stops35h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/2

8:05-8:35

2 stops26h 30m

R13 444

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 3/2

11:30-6:30

1 stop17h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/2

23:20-13:50

1 stop16h 30m

R13 462

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 3/2

16:55-12:00

1 stop17h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/2

17:15-16:00

1 stop24h 45m

R13 498

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 24/2

10:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/3

15:20-5:40

1 stop16h 20m

R13 516

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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 13 December 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 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 19 December 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from London to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% 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 December 2024.

The most flights from LON to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from London to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about KLM, Kenya Airways and Turkish Airlines. 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
3 412 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 349 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

SWISS
7,6
Good
1 605 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 792 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
668 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

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 KLM is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at R13 390. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Norse Atlantic UK and Kenya Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R13 390 and R13 408, respectively. Users have found that KLM is 27% 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 697), Kenya Airways (R9 603), and A.P.G. (R10 563).

  • 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 (76%), Virgin Atlantic (76%) or Finnair (73%) 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 925, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R16 780. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R12 375.

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

    Most of the time, London to Cape Town flights that have stopovers will stop in Addis Ababa.

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

    Of the flights from London to Cape Town that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Amsterdam.

  • 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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Top 10 airlines flying from London to Cape Town

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 19 December 2024.
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EmiratesCheapestR7 903AverageR29 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR8 364AverageR12 552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR10 452AverageR17 184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 540AverageR16 628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 694AverageR20 484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR11 842AverageR16 291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 968AverageR16 603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 189AverageR15 657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 457AverageR19 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR13 552AverageR18 578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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