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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cape Town from R9 070

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 29/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
Feb 26 — Mar 51
1 adult

The best prices from Manchester to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or March, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) 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 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 651

One-way from

R9 070

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R16 757
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 29/4-18/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 37h 40m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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29/3
  • 29/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 05m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R26 375 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R13 979 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Tue 29/418:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 18/513:50CPT - MAN
2 stops19h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R11 651
Wed 5/320:30MAN - CPT
1 stop31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/38:30CPT - MAN
1 stop36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2R12 849
Thu 24/417:30MAN - CPT
1 stop26h 55mKLM
Tue 13/523:15CPT - MAN
1 stop36h 05mKLM
Deal found 19/2R13 052
Thu 27/211:15MAN - CPT
1 stop17h 15mAir France
Sat 8/38:30CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 00mAir France
Deal found 20/2R13 126
Mon 31/317:20MAN - CPT
1 stop17h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/416:35CPT - MAN
1 stop20h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2R14 785
Wed 5/310:40MAN - CPT
2 stops33h 00mKenya Airways
Thu 13/323:00CPT - MAN
2 stops23h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2R15 080
Thu 27/214:05MAN - CPT
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 14/36:05CPT - MAN
2 stops26h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R17 107

Find flights from Manchester to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester 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 February 2025.

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Manchester

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 29/4

18:30-13:45

2 stops18h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/5

13:50-8:15

2 stops19h 25m

R11 651

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 5/3

20:30-6:10

1 stop31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

8:30-18:40

1 stop36h 10m

R12 849

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 24/4

17:30-21:25

1 stop26h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/5

23:15-10:20

1 stop36h 05m

R13 052

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 31/3

17:20-11:50

1 stop17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/4

16:35-12:15

1 stop20h 40m

R14 785

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 5/3

10:40-21:40

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/3

23:00-20:00

2 stops23h 00m

R15 080

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 24/4

12:25-14:35

2 stops25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/5

23:15-22:20

2 stops24h 05m

R15 264

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 19/3

14:05-10:40

1 stop18h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/3

6:50-6:05

2 stops25h 15m

R17 476

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sat 29/3

7:35-7:40

2 stops22h 05m

R9 070

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sat 29/3

11:05-7:40

1 stop18h 35m

R9 899

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 10/4

14:15-21:30

1 stop30h 15m

R14 729

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Manchester with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Manchester to Cape Town

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manchester to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Manchester 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 MAN to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester 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 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Manchester to Cape Town at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Manchester to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

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 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Qatar Airways and Air France from Manchester to Cape Town to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 331 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 331 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 331 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 609 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 331 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 449 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 331 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 832 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 331 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
775 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 331 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to Cape Town round-trip?

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at R11 651. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at R13 052 and R14 785, respectively. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 38% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Manchester to Cape Town are Lufthansa (R9 899), Air France (R14 729), and Turkish Airlines (R17 550).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester 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 Manchester to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Manchester 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 8 airlines flying from Manchester to Cape Town

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SWISSCheapestR10 371AverageR19 308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 437AverageR15 969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR11 995AverageR20 092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 271AverageR17 117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR14 362AverageR18 230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 809AverageR19 011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR15 575AverageR16 677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapestR19 575AverageR28 497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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