Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Flying on Lufthansa is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at R9 650. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SWISS and Norse Atlantic UK, with the lowest prices starting at R10 686 and R11 341, respectively. Users have found that Lufthansa is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

Question 2

When is the best time to book a flight from London to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cape Town (average of R107). Flying from London to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R141). 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.

Question 3

When is the best time to book a flight from London to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

The best time to book flights from London to Cape Town is 84 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.

Question 4

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

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. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 5

How recently were the London to Cape Town flight deals updated?

Accepted Answer

The London to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 21/5.

Question 6

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airlines flying from London to Cape Town are Air France, British Airways and Emirates. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

What are the cheapest flights from London to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

Looking for the cheapest flight from London to Cape Town? While on average our users pay R21 530, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R18 308. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R10 468.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Consider American Airlines (80%), Qatar Airways (80%) or Finnair (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London to Cape Town.

Question 10

Can I find flights from London to Cape Town for under R9 700 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from London to Cape Town for under R9 700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Lufthansa for just R9 650, but on average you can expect to pay R11 432.

Question 11

Are there direct flights from London to Cape Town for under R10 900 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from London to Cape Town under R10 900. A good price for a direct flight from London to Cape Town is less than R13 812.

Question 12

Are there last-minute flights available from London to Cape Town for under R13 400?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 20+ open flights from London to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than R13 400.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Thursday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from London to Cape Town. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cape Town.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

To save on the cost of your flight from London to Cape Town, book at least 50 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 8% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from R16 920 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as R19 047.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, May can be a great choice for travel to Cape Town. Flights to Cape Town from London in May are about R17 849 on average during May, but can be found for as low as R11 123.

Question 18

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Cape Town (LON - CPT)?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from London. On average, Cape Town Intl has 8 inbound flights from London per day from 12 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

Question 20

What does LHR to CPT mean?

Accepted Answer

This is defined as London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT). Codes like Cape Town Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN), London City Airport (LCY), London Southend Airport (SEN).

Question 21

Can I find deals for flights from London to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

Accepted Answer

The amount of baggage you can bring on your London to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 22

Can I find deals on flights from London to Cape Town with specific airlines?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter London to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 26

Can I find deals for flights from London to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

Accepted Answer

Many airlines flying from London to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 27

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from London to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on London to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Question 28

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from London to Cape Town?

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900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to Cape Town from London today with Cheapflights!

Question 29

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from London to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights from London to Cape Town by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and put it in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

Question 30

Can Cheapflights find flights from London to Cape Town with no change fees?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights from London to Cape Town with no change fees.

Question 31

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from London to Cape Town become cheaper?

Accepted Answer

Not ready to book yet? You can track prices for flights from London to Cape Town on Cheapflights with our Price Alert feature and get notified when better prices are available.

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Cheapest in	May
Average price	R14 757
Round-trip from	R1 946

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Lufthansa	CheapestR10 640	AverageR19 727	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	CheapestR11 526	AverageR15 554	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR11 724	AverageR14 102	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR11 892	AverageR16 062	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR12 792	AverageR17 049	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	CheapestR13 856	AverageR18 369	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Air France	CheapestR13 940	AverageR15 469	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR14 467	AverageR17 153	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
RwandAir	CheapestR16 298	AverageR18 494	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
British Airways	CheapestR17 580	AverageR24 439	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights

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Tuesday	9daily flights
Wednesday	8daily flights
Thursday	8daily flights
Friday	9daily flights
Saturday	8daily flights

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