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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cape Town from R9 446

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
Mar 29 — Apr 51
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: 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 24 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 067

One-way from

R9 446

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R15 343
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/6-29/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 37h 40m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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7/5
  • 7/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 26h 05m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R25 213 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R13 280 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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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 24 March 2025.

Tue 10/618:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 29/613:50CPT - MAN
2 stops19h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/3R12 067
Sat 31/513:45MAN - CPT
1 stop30h 40mKLM
Sun 8/623:15CPT - MAN
1 stop18h 30mKLM
Deal found 23/3R13 505
Wed 23/411:30MAN - CPT
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/56:15CPT - MAN
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3R13 632
Mon 28/418:40MAN - CPT
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Sun 18/58:40CPT - MAN
1 stop24h 25mSWISS
Deal found 23/3R13 923
Wed 21/517:35MAN - CPT
1 stop17h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sun 25/516:35CPT - MAN
1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3R14 760
Mon 16/611:10MAN - CPT
3 stops25h 30mKenya Airways
Mon 23/614:35CPT - MAN
3 stops44h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/3R15 816
Wed 31/1211:05MAN - CPT
1 stop18h 35mLufthansa
Mon 19/19:30CPT - MAN
1 stop15h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 23/3R16 944
Sun 1/621:40MAN - CPT
1 stop36h 10mBritish Airways
Thu 19/613:00CPT - MAN
2 stops23h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3R17 181

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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 24 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Price

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 10/6

18:30-13:45

2 stops18h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/6

13:50-8:15

2 stops19h 25m

R12 067

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sat 31/5

13:45-21:25

1 stop30h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/6

23:15-16:45

1 stop18h 30m

R13 505

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 23/4

11:30-8:30

2 stops20h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/5

6:15-6:30

2 stops25h 15m

R13 632

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 28/4

18:40-10:00

1 stop14h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/5

8:40-8:05

1 stop24h 25m

R13 923

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 21/5

17:35-11:50

1 stop17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/5

16:35-22:15

1 stop30h 40m

R14 760

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 16/6

11:10-22:10

2 stops34h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/6

14:35-21:45

3 stops32h 10m

R15 816

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 1/6

21:40-10:50

1 stop36h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/6

13:00-11:35

2 stops23h 35m

R17 181

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 1/6

21:40-10:50

1 stop36h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/6

13:00-6:30

1 stop18h 30m

R18 273

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 5/5

17:45-21:10

2 stops26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/5

23:15-13:25

2 stops39h 10m

R18 546

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 14/5

17:45-9:30

2 stops38h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/6

18:05-23:05

2 stops30h 00m

R19 219

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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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to Cape Town

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 21 March 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 24 March 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 24 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, SWISS and Qatar Airways 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
1 318 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 318 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 318 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 569 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 318 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 538 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 318 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 422 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 318 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 745 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 318 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

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 R12 067. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and SWISS, with the lowest prices starting at R13 505 and R13 923, respectively. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 35% 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 SWISS (R10 647), Egyptair (R39 531), and Turkish Airlines (R44 208).

  • 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 239AverageR18 729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 034AverageR15 100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR11 843AverageR19 501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 806AverageR17 396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR14 180AverageR18 620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 928AverageR18 874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR15 376AverageR16 008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapestR19 326AverageR28 134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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