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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town from R7 549

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 24/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — CPT
févr. 7 — févr. 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or November, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) 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 8 janvier 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 833

One-way from

R7 549

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 080

Good round-trip deal

R13 888 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 617 or less
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 22/1-25/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 40m total
  • London to Cape Town
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24/4
  • 24/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 45m total
  • London to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R6 518 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R11 092 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 janvier 2026.

lun. 12/120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
mer. 21/18:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 7/1R11 833
lun. 12/120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
dim. 25/112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 7/1R11 849
sam. 17/120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
mer. 28/18:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 6/1R11 866
lun. 4/59:45LGW - CPT
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
ven. 15/523:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1R11 882
lun. 2/210:00LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 00mEthiopian Air
mer. 11/214:35CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/1R11 898
lun. 27/410:10LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 50mEthiopian Air
lun. 11/515:25CPT - LGW
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1R11 915
lun. 9/310:20LGW - CPT
2 stops25h 15mKenya Airways
mar. 31/323:30CPT - LGW
1 stop32h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/1R11 931
mer. 22/414:05LGW - CPT
1 stop20h 45mTurkish Airlines
dim. 10/516:35CPT - LGW
1 stop18h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/1R11 948
mar. 6/117:15LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
mer. 21/18:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 6/1R11 964
mar. 13/117:15LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
mer. 21/18:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 7/1R11 981
mar. 27/117:15LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
mar. 17/212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 7/1R11 997
mer. 18/320:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
mar. 31/311:00CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 6/1R12 013

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Gatwick

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

lun. 27/4

10:10-13:00

1 stop25h 50m

Cape Town Intl

mer. 13/5

13:50-6:25

1 stop17h 35m

R11 915

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

mar. 28/4

10:10-13:00

1 stop25h 50m

Cape Town Intl

dim. 10/5

15:25-6:20

1 stop15h 55m

R12 161

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

mer. 3/6

17:35-11:50

1 stop17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

ven. 3/7

16:35-16:40

1 stop25h 05m

R12 571

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

mar. 28/4

10:10-14:35

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

sam. 9/5

13:50-6:20

1 stop17h 30m

R12 670

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

mer. 28/1

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

jeu. 5/2

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

R12 932

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

lun. 16/3

10:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 24/3

17:25-5:40

2 stops38h 15m

R12 932

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

mar. 28/4

10:10-18:55

2 stops31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

mer. 13/5

13:50-6:25

1 stop17h 35m

R13 441

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

mer. 18/3

10:15-11:50

1 stop23h 35m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 23/3

17:15-9:20

1 stop18h 05m

R13 540

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

mar. 24/2

6:25-11:50

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 23/3

17:15-16:10

1 stop24h 55m

R13 572

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

jeu. 30/4

10:10-13:00

1 stop25h 50m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 11/5

9:00-6:20

2 stops22h 20m

R13 572

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 84 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 London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town (average of R4 940). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 606). 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 LGW to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick 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 8 janvier 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town as you normally would.

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 8 janvier 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town, such as Emirates, Turkish Airlines, andNorse Atlantic UK. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 462 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 462 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 462 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 150 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 462 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Norse Atlantic UK
7,2
Good
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 462 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
936 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 462 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick 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 Gatwick?

    For a flight from London Gatwick to Cape Town, you will be flying into Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 15,6 km from the centre vof the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from London Gatwick per day. 5 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from London Gatwick on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town?

    For as low as R12 932, Ethiopian Air can have you in Cape Town from London Gatwick Airport in 11h 30m. The distance between London Gatwick Airport and Cape Town is about 9637 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Turkish Airlines, at R6 529, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Norse Atlantic UK and A.P.G.. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town one-way?

    R3 922 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Norse Atlantic UK. You may also be able to find cheap deals on A.P.G. and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from R6 692 and R10 129, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town?

    The cheapest flight price from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town is R4 415. On average you can expect to pay R12 434. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for R7 861.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town (average of R4 940). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 606). 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 5 airlines flying from Gatwick to Cape Town

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick 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 8 janvier 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR6 529AverageR16 561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR8 970AverageR12 408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.CheapestR10 405AverageR11 175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 221AverageR14 791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 882AverageR23 106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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