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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town from R5 846

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 24/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — CPT
Oct 27 — Nov 31
1 adult

The best prices from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl are usually found in November or May, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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 22 October 2024.

Round-trip from

R11 410

One-way from

R5 846

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/4-6/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 10m total
  • London to Cape Town
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 24/2
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 20m total
  • London to Cape Town
High demand for flights, 29% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop

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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 22 October 2024.

Tue 3/128:50LGW - CPT
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/1211:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R14 139
Mon 25/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 20mNorse Atlantic UK
Tue 10/1211:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 35mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 20/10R14 262
Tue 19/1110:00LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 27/1114:35CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/10R14 615
Mon 2/1216:55LGW - CPT
1 stop17h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/1217:15CPT - LGW
1 stop18h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/10R15 372

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 600 404 searches. Data last updated 22 October 2024.

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R11 410 - R16 199

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London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sat 19/4

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/5

1 stop18h 40m

R11 410

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 4/11

Nonstop11h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/11

Nonstop11h 35m

R12 009

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Thu 13/3

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/3

1 stop17h 50m

R13 452

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 21/1

1 stop25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/2

1 stop24h 00m

R13 541

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sat 18/1

1 stop30h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/1

1 stop19h 30m

R15 477

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 4/2

1 stop17h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/3

1 stop24h 45m

R15 565

London GatwickCape Town Intl

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sat 1/2

1 stop27h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/2

1 stop33h 20m

R16 199

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Gatwick to Cape Town

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

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 18 October 2024.

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 59 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town (average of R108). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R145). 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 22 October 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 20 October 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday 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 22 October 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from London to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

7,6
Good
1 646 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

7,6
Good
3 921 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

7,4
Good
3 866 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

7,3
Good
781 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

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.

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

    Norse Atlantic UK, at R12 009, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Ethiopian Air and SWISS. Users have found that Norse Atlantic UK is 29% 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?

    R5 846 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 Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from R11 146 and R11 322, 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 R6 463. On average you can expect to pay R12 328. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for R9 508.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town (average of R108). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R145). 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 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 600 404 searches. Data last updated 22 October 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR8 129AverageR12 133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 562AverageR14 209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR12 351AverageR20 581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 394AverageR17 654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 005AverageR20 210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 059AverageR24 250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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