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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town from R5 799

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 30/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CPT
Jul 28 — Aug 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 June 2026.

Thu 10/920:05
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/917:55
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6R12 435
Mon 5/1020:50
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/109:00
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6R12 681
Wed 21/1018:55
LHR
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 11/1122:00
CPT
-
LHR
Nonstop11h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/6R12 698
Sat 5/96:00
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/917:55
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6R12 747
Sun 16/822:25
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/911:05
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6R12 763
Sun 18/1018:55
LHR
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1017:25
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6R12 829
Fri 23/1018:55
LHR
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 13/1122:00
CPT
-
LHR
Nonstop11h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/6R12 895
Thu 22/1018:55
LHR
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 1/1122:00
CPT
-
LHR
Nonstop11h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 24/6R12 961
Tue 8/918:30
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop14h 00m
Lufthansa
Thu 24/917:55
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 26/6R13 125
Sun 13/1221:00
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/219:35
CPT
-
LHR
Nonstop11h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6R13 141
Wed 26/818:30
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/98:00
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6R13 174
Tue 1/1213:45
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop15h 50m
SWISS
Fri 25/1223:25
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop21h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 27/6R13 191

Find flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) 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 28 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 435

One-way from

R5 799

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R16 689

Good round-trip deal

R22 505 or less

Good one-way deal

R18 108 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 10/9-17/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 35m total
  • London to Cape Town
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Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 30/10
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 35m total
  • London to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R29 400 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R11 108 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 28 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Fri 2/10

14:45-19:45

2 stops28h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/11

18:10-6:40

2 stops38h 30m

R14 932

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 22/8

11:45-21:25

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

7:40-10:45

1 stop28h 05m

R16 804

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 5/8

14:45-21:25

1 stop29h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

7:55-21:25

1 stop15h 30m

R17 987

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 29/8

22:15-16:40

1 stop17h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/9

13:15-7:05

1 stop18h 50m

R20 139

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 28/11

22:20-12:10

Nonstop11h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/12

15:20-4:55

1 stop15h 35m

R20 221

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sun 18/10

21:00-13:00

1 stop15h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/12

13:50-6:35

1 stop18h 45m

R21 059

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 1/9

18:55-17:30

1 stop21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

18:55-4:55

Nonstop12h 00m

R21 322

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sun 25/10

22:20-12:10

Nonstop11h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/11

12:35-6:35

1 stop20h 00m

R23 014

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 7/7

21:55-17:30

1 stop18h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/7

18:50-5:30

Nonstop11h 40m

R25 281

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 21/10

14:45-14:10

2 stops22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/11

15:25-12:05

2 stops46h 40m

R26 233

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (average of R16 032). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 003). 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 LHR to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow 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 28 June 2026.

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

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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 28 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,SWISS, andVirgin Atlantic from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 531 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 531 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 531 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 976 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 531 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
690 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 531 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 007 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 531 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 076 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 531 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

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

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from London Heathrow to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from London Heathrow; the airport handles an average of 4 inbound flights from London Heathrow per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from London Heathrow. It is only a 15,6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.

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

    KLM, Emirates, and British Airways can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in just under 11h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20h 50m. London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 9675 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 London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town round-trip from R8 843. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from R11 390, and SWISS, from R12 123. Qatar Airways is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town are Kenya Airways (R7 280), SWISS (R7 392), and Lufthansa (R8 455).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town consider choosing Scandinavian Airlines(100%), China Eastern(100%) or Delta(100%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town is R14 531. On average you can expect to pay R22 080. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for R6 456.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (average of R16 032). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 003). 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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Fly from Heathrow to Cape Town on these airlines

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Top 9 airlines flying from Heathrow to Cape Town

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow 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 28 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 843AverageR16 413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 390AverageR16 799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR12 123AverageR16 405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR12 149AverageR19 581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 633AverageR13 870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 742AverageR14 956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR12 874AverageR17 973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 742AverageR26 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 023AverageR25 494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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