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Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from R6 501

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 14/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CPT
Okt 25 — Nov 11
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Cape Town Intl are usually found in November or May, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from London to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 25 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 648

One-way from

R6 501

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R16 599

Good round-trip deal

R10 692 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 202 or less
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 7/11-13/11
  • Nonstop
  • 23h 15m total
  • London to Cape Town
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 14/11
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 30m total
  • London to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R17 796 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R13 690 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to Cape Town Intl.
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Cheapest flights from London to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 September 2025.

Sa 15/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Sa 29/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 23/9R9 700
So 9/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mA.P.G.
Do 13/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 24/9R9 717
Fr 28/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Mi 10/128:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 25/9R9 752
Do 9/109:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
So 19/1023:55CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 24/9R9 769
So 30/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Do 4/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 24/9R9 786
Fr 7/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Sa 15/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 23/9R9 942
So 2/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mA.P.G.
Do 6/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 24/9R9 959
Fr 28/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Do 4/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 25/9R9 977
Do 9/109:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Mi 24/128:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 23/9R9 994
Mo 10/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mHahn Air
Do 13/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mHahn Air
Deal found 23/9R10 011
Di 18/1117:15LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Di 25/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 23/9R10 046
So 5/109:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Mo 13/1023:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 23/9R10 080

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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 25 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Price

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Di 10/3

13:50-7:40

1 stop15h 50m

Cape Town Intl

So 22/3

9:25-21:40

1 stop14h 15m

R13 072

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mo 6/10

10:10-14:35

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mi 15/10

14:35-6:25

1 stop16h 50m

R13 348

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

So 2/11

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Do 6/11

19:50-8:05

1 stop14h 15m

R13 815

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mi 19/11

18:40-10:55

1 stop14h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Di 23/12

9:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

R13 936

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

So 30/11

10:00-13:45

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sa 6/12

13:50-5:40

1 stop17h 50m

R13 936

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Di 4/11

20:05-10:55

1 stop36h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Do 13/11

19:50-8:05

1 stop14h 15m

R14 213

LondonCape Town

LCY - CPT

LCYCPT

London City

So 26/10

19:20-22:05

1 stop24h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mo 10/11

23:35-12:50

1 stop15h 15m

R14 230

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sa 29/11

6:25-11:50

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mo 8/12

17:15-9:20

1 stop18h 05m

R14 247

LondonCape Town

LTN - CPT

LTNCPT

London Luton

Mo 26/1

8:50-11:00

2 stops24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fr 13/2

18:55-23:10

2 stops30h 15m

R14 386

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Do 27/11

6:25-11:50

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mo 8/12

17:15-16:10

1 stop24h 55m

R14 489

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Best time to book a flight from London to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from London with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from London to Cape Town

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 19 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from London to Cape Town is 23 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from London to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 LON to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 25 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from London to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 44% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from London to Cape Town. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 25 September 2025.

The most flights from LON to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Cape Town?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London to Cape Town?

Share of one-stop return flights from London to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 27% of one-stop itineraries from London to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London to Cape Town?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Cairo (CAI) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R10 770.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to Cape Town?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London to Cape Town?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 10m.

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 25 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andEthiopian Air from London to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 391 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Bobby,Sept 2025

EDI - ATL

Food was above average but could be better, The flight was operated by Delta and was excellent
KLM
7,8
Good
1 391 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 391 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Bobby,Sept 2025

EDI - ATL

Food was above average but could be better, The flight was operated by Delta and was excellent
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
664 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 391 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Bobby,Sept 2025

EDI - ATL

Food was above average but could be better, The flight was operated by Delta and was excellent
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
865 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 391 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Bobby,Sept 2025

EDI - ATL

Food was above average but could be better, The flight was operated by Delta and was excellent
Norse Atlantic UK
7,1
Good
KLM
7,8
Good
1 391 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Bobby,Sept 2025

EDI - ATL

Food was above average but could be better, The flight was operated by Delta and was excellent
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 399 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 391 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Bobby,Sept 2025

EDI - ATL

Food was above average but could be better, The flight was operated by Delta and was excellent

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London 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?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from London. On average, Cape Town Intl has 4 inbound flights from London per day from 13 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

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

    For as low as R11 723, Norse Atlantic UK can have you in Cape Town from London in 11h 30m. London and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 9637 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at R6 878. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Norse Atlantic UK and A.P.G., with the lowest prices starting at R10 209 and R10 962, respectively. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 60% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London to Cape Town are Norse Atlantic UK (R6 691), Lufthansa (R8 818), and SWISS (R9 147).

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Cape Town?

    Most travellers choose London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl, London Stansted - Cape Town Intl or London City - Cape Town Intl when deciding on the best route from London to Cape Town.

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

    Consider American Airlines (70%), Finnair (70%) or Iberia (70%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London to Cape Town.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London to Cape Town? While on average our users pay R22 529, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R17 328. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R10 928.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from London to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 London to Cape Town on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from London to Cape Town. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 25 September 2025.
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Top 10 airlines flying from London to Cape Town

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London 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 25 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR6 878AverageR17 014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR10 209AverageR13 073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.CheapestR10 962AverageR11 740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 160AverageR16 639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 004AverageR17 253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 025AverageR15 821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR12 346AverageR19 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR12 741AverageR22 124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 899AverageR16 341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR12 959AverageR15 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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