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Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from R6 772

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CPT
Feb 23 — Mar 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Cape Town Intl are usually found in November or October, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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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 24 January 2026.

Thu 23/417:45
STN
-
CPT
1 stop17h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 10/516:35
CPT
-
STN
1 stop18h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/1R11 577
Mon 9/310:00
LGW
-
CPT
1 stop25h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/315:25
CPT
-
LGW
1 stop16h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1R11 577
Mon 4/520:05
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
SWISS
Thu 21/522:25
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop15h 35m
SWISS
Deal found 22/1R11 594
Sun 10/59:00
LGW
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/516:35
CPT
-
LGW
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R11 594
Tue 27/117:15
LGW
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 30m
A.P.G.
Thu 29/112:30
CPT
-
LGW
Nonstop11h 45m
A.P.G.
Deal found 23/1R11 610
Thu 23/411:00
LGW
-
CPT
2 stops25h 45m
Kenya Airways
Sun 10/514:30
CPT
-
LGW
2 stops17h 20m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 22/1R11 626
Thu 23/417:45
STN
-
CPT
1 stop17h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/516:35
CPT
-
STN
1 stop25h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/1R11 642
Mon 26/110:00
LGW
-
CPT
1 stop26h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/29:00
CPT
-
LGW
2 stops22h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R11 642
Mon 9/310:00
LGW
-
CPT
1 stop25h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/314:35
CPT
-
LGW
1 stop17h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1R11 658
Sun 8/217:25
LHR
-
CPT
2 stops18h 10m
Kenya Airways
Thu 12/214:25
CPT
-
LHR
2 stops27h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 22/1R11 674
Tue 17/317:15
LGW
-
CPT
Nonstop11h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/416:35
CPT
-
LGW
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R11 674
Thu 23/418:25
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop18h 20m
Kenya Airways
Thu 14/514:30
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop26h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 22/1R11 690

Find 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 24 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 577

One-way from

R6 772

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 093

Good round-trip deal

R13 645 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 623 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 23/4-10/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 25m total
  • London to Cape Town
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  • 28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 20m total
  • London to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R9 755 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 24 January 2026.
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LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Thu 16/4

10:10-13:00

1 stop25h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/4

13:50-6:25

1 stop17h 35m

R11 723

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Wed 18/3

10:15-11:50

1 stop23h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

16:35-13:10

1 stop21h 35m

R12 077

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Wed 3/6

6:15-11:50

1 stop28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/7

16:35-16:50

1 stop25h 15m

R12 222

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Fri 10/4

10:50-11:50

1 stop24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

16:35-9:55

1 stop18h 20m

R12 674

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 15/3

10:00-18:55

2 stops30h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

13:50-6:20

1 stop17h 30m

R12 722

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 16/3

10:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/4

13:50-6:20

1 stop17h 30m

R12 932

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 13/4

10:10-18:55

2 stops55h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

13:50-6:20

1 stop17h 30m

R12 996

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 8/3

10:00-18:55

2 stops30h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

15:25-5:40

1 stop16h 15m

R13 077

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 24/2

10:00-18:55

2 stops30h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/3

15:25-5:40

1 stop16h 15m

R13 142

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

London Stansted

Wed 18/3

10:50-11:50

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

16:35-9:55

1 stop18h 20m

R13 238

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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 16 January 2026.

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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cape Town (average of R4 870). Flying from London to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 351). 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 24 January 2026.

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

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 24 January 2026.

The most flights from LON to CPT are scheduled on a Wednesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 28% 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 044.

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.

How often are flights from London to Cape Town delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between London and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 119 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Cape Town flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Cape Town flights?

Over the past year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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 24 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Norse Atlantic UK, 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
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Norse Atlantic UK
7,2
Good
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
951 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 696 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 13 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 R12 077, Ethiopian Air can have you in Cape Town from London in 23h 35m. 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 492. 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 R8 813 and R10 223, respectively. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 58% 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 (R3 853), A.P.G. (R6 575), and SWISS (R7 256).

  • 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 Scandinavian Airlines (90%), China Eastern (90%) or Delta (90%) 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 R19 294, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R13 958. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R10 288.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cape Town (average of R4 870). Flying from London to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 351). 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

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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 24 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR6 492AverageR15 189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR8 813AverageR12 675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.CheapestR10 223AverageR11 903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 025AverageR15 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 374AverageR13 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR11 514AverageR17 116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR11 900AverageR19 636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 050AverageR14 348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR12 085AverageR14 951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR12 646AverageR19 781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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