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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town from R8 083

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 6/12. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
LGW — CPT
12月 12 — 12月 191
1 adult
週二 12/12
週二 19/12

How to find the cheapest flight from Gatwick (LGW) to Cape Town (CPT)

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 12月 2023.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

R36 870

One-way from

R11 169
High demand for flights, 35% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 33% potential price drop
From London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl

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

Users have found that booking a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town at least 14 days early can save you up to 3% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 14 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town for as little as R17 813 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as R19 479 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to Cape Town from London Gatwick Airport average R18 899. You can even find prices in May for less than R18 899, as users have found deals to Cape Town from as low as R10 563. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Cape Town from London Gatwick Airport. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 33%.

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

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.

Cheap Turkish Airlines flights from Gatwick to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Turkish Airlines for the route between Gatwick and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 12月 2023.
Find some of the cheapest Turkish Airlines flights travelling from London to Cape Town. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Gatwick to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Gatwick and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 12月 2023.
Some of the best deals we've found on Ethiopian Air flights travelling from London to Cape Town. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.

Cheap Gatwick to Cape Town flights in December & January 2023

Find cheap flight options from Gatwick to Cape Town specifically for the months of December and January 2023. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 12月 2023.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from London to Cape Town in 2023. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.

Gatwick to Cape Town 2023 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Gatwick and Cape Town in 2023. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 12月 2023.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from London to Cape Town in 2023. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.

Direct flights to Cape Town from Gatwick

Discover direct flight options from Gatwick to Cape Town. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 12月 2023.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from London to Cape Town. Search for alternative flights from London to Cape Town by utilizing the search form above.

Gatwick to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Gatwick to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 12月 2023.
Book one of these great deals on flights from London to Cape Town. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.

One-way flights to Cape Town from Gatwick

Search for one-way flight options from Gatwick to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 12月 2023.
Users in need of a one-way flight from London to Cape Town can choose from these deals. Users can also find round-trip London to Cape Town flights by using the search form above.

Find flights from Gatwick to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick 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 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 12月 2023.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

R12 948 - R16 753

Route

Depart

Return

Price

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

週二 13/2

2 stops20h 00m

Cape Town Intl

週一 26/2

1 stop16h 40m

R12 948

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

週五 31/5

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

週二 11/6

1 stop17h 35m

R13 270

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

週五 31/5

1 stop15h 10m

Cape Town Intl

週二 11/6

1 stop17h 35m

R13 365

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

週四 22/2

2 stops20h 00m

Cape Town Intl

週六 9/3

1 stop17h 25m

R13 421

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

週二 5/3

2 stops20h 00m

Cape Town Intl

週六 9/3

1 stop17h 25m

R13 440

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

週三 1/5

1 stop17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

週四 16/5

1 stop21h 00m

R13 895

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

週二 19/3

1 stop17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

週一 25/3

1 stop25h 10m

R14 141

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

週四 29/2

2 stops20h 00m

Cape Town Intl

週四 7/3

1 stop19h 35m

R16 185

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

週二 19/3

1 stop18h 25m

Cape Town Intl

週一 25/3

2 stops22h 50m

R16 753

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 6/12

Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from Gatwick to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Gatwick to Cape Town is currently 9261.01 ZAR while a return flight costs 14157.58 ZAR. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town (average of R103). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R147). 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.

January

R2 404

February

R2 593

March

R2 612

April

R2 574

May

R2 026

June

R1 950

July

R2 215

August

R2 253

September

R2 347

October

R2 215

November

R2 177

December

R2 783

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 12月 2023.
To help decide which airline to fly from London to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Lufthansa. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Crew

8,2

Boarding

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

7,9
Good
1 316 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Crew

8,2

Boarding

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

7,5
Good
125 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Crew

8,2

Boarding

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

7,3
Good
1 849 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Crew

8,2

Boarding

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

7,2
Good
1 829 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Crew

8,2

Boarding

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

6,7
Okay
1 584 reviews
7,9
Good
1 316 reviews

Crew

8,2

Boarding

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Average temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. January sees the highest average temperature while July sees the lowest average temperature. Temperature data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

CPT

Temperature

12 - 21 °C

Average rainfall in Cape Town by month

Keep in mind the precipitation totals in Cape Town by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. Cape Town sees an average of 48.33 precipitation per year with the most occurring in July. Precipitation data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

CPT

Rainfall

20 - 100 mm

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. 6 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from London Gatwick on a regular basis.

Can I find flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town for under R13 000 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town for under R13 000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Ethiopian Air for just R12 948, but on average you can expect to pay R13 743.

Are there direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town for under R18 700 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town under R18 700. A good price for a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town is less than R19 990.

Are there last-minute flights available from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town for under R19 500?

There are currently 20+ open flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than R19 500.

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

Ethiopian Air, at R12 948, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

The cheapest flight price from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town is R18 974. On average you can expect to pay R29 928. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for R11 528.

What does LGW to CPT mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a LGW to CPT flight.

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Alternative routes for Gatwick to Cape Town
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Top 6 airlines flying from Gatwick to Cape Town

Discover the top 6 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 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 12月 2023.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR11 634AverageR19 917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 171AverageR15 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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