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Cheap flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town from R8 399

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 31/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — CPT
Sep 17 — Sep 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 August 2026.

Sat 12/916:40 -
1 stop28h 30m
Fri 25/90:10 -
1 stop21h 15m
Deal found 17/8R11 944
Sat 12/916:40 -
1 stop28h 30m
Fri 18/90:10 -
1 stop34h 25m
Deal found 14/8R12 202
Tue 8/917:05 -
1 stop28h 05m
Sun 13/90:10 -
1 stop24h 00m
Deal found 13/8R13 238
Mon 21/919:55 -
3 stops44h 35m
Sun 27/90:10 -
2 stops32h 45m
Deal found 14/8R13 303
Wed 9/913:20 -
2 stops30h 35m
Sun 13/90:10 -
1 stop24h 00m
Deal found 13/8R13 319
Tue 8/917:05 -
1 stop28h 05m
Wed 16/90:10 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 13/8R13 384
Wed 9/913:20 -
2 stops30h 35m
Wed 16/90:10 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 13/8R13 481

Find flight deals from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Glasgow Intl (GLA) 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 18 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 944

One-way from

R8 399

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R20 294
12/9-25/9
  • 12/9-25/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 45m total
  • Glasgow to Cape Town
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31/10
  • 31/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 45m total
  • Glasgow to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R14 997 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 081 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

GlasgowCape Town

GLA Glasgow Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sat 12/9

16:40-22:10

1 stop28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/9

0:10-20:25

1 stop21h 15m

R11 944

GlasgowCape Town

GLA Glasgow Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sat 12/9

16:40-22:10

1 stop28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

0:10-9:35

1 stop34h 25m

R12 445

GlasgowCape Town

GLA Glasgow Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Wed 21/10

14:40-16:40

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

18:30-11:35

1 stop19h 05m

R19 307

GlasgowCape Town

GLA Glasgow Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sat 6/2

13:35-18:00

1 stop26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/2

18:30-11:35

1 stop19h 05m

R19 696

GlasgowCape Town

GLA Glasgow Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sat 6/2

13:35-16:45

1 stop25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/2

20:00-11:35

1 stop41h 35m

R19 696

GlasgowCape Town

GLA Glasgow Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sun 30/8

6:00-6:00

2 stops47h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

14:25-16:10

3 stops50h 45m

R19 809

GlasgowCape Town

GLA Glasgow Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sat 6/2

11:40-17:25

2 stops27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/2

19:25-16:50

2 stops23h 25m

R19 954
Fastest return journey

GlasgowCape Town

GLA Glasgow Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Tue 12/1

15:25-10:20

1 stop16h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/1

22:10-13:00

1 stop16h 50m

R19 987

GlasgowCape Town

GLA Glasgow Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sun 27/9

14:40-18:05

1 stop26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

18:25-12:40

1 stop19h 15m

R20 149

GlasgowCape Town

GLA Glasgow Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

GLACPT

Glasgow Intl

Sat 6/2

13:35-16:45

1 stop25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 26/2

18:30-11:35

1 stop19h 05m

R20 359

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 85 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 Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of R16 588). Flying from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 988). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town flights typically cost between R16 394 and R28 451 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R11 944 on Multiple Airlines (Sept 12–Sept 25).

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 18 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and British Airways from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 652 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 652 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 652 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 174 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 652 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Glasgow Intl 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 Glasgow Intl?

    For a flight from Glasgow Intl 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 Glasgow Intl per day. 2 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from Glasgow Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    For as low as R19 307, KLM can have you in Cape Town from Glasgow Intl Airport in 25h. Glasgow Intl Airport and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 10219 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Emirates, at R17 756, was found to be the cheapest airline from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be British Airways. Emirates is priced at 8% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of R16 588). Flying from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 988). 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 2 airlines flying from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Glasgow Intl 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 18 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestR17 756AverageR18 809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR19 148AverageR24 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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