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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cape Town from R9 786

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 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
Jul 15 — Jul 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Cape Town

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 June 2026.

Tue 8/914:55
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 29/913:15
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/6R14 850
Wed 9/915:00
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/916:35
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6R14 866
Sun 14/69:20
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/619:35
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6R14 882
Sun 13/99:20
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/919:35
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6R14 898
Sun 13/99:20
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/96:00
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6R14 914
Mon 16/1118:30
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/1113:50
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop20h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/6R14 930
Thu 1/1018:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 12/1015:10
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/6R14 947
Mon 2/1118:30
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/1113:50
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop19h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/6R14 963
Tue 27/1018:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 17/1113:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops20h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/6R14 979
Tue 8/918:05
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 25/90:10
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6R14 995
Thu 18/618:30
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 21/615:10
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop18h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/6R15 011
Sun 6/99:20
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/920:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6R15 060

Find flight deals from Manchester to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) 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 15 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 850

One-way from

R9 786

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R15 497
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/9-29/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 25m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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12/12
  • 12/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 00m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R29 635 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 825 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester 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 15 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 13/9

9:20-16:45

2 stops30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

19:35-6:55

2 stops36h 20m

R14 898

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 13/9

9:20-16:45

2 stops30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

6:00-6:55

2 stops25h 55m

R14 914

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 1/9

9:20-21:15

2 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

20:25-6:55

2 stops35h 30m

R15 238

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 27/9

8:55-6:20

1 stop20h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/11

9:25-17:55

1 stop34h 30m

R15 739

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 1/10

14:55-17:30

1 stop25h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

13:15-13:10

1 stop24h 55m

R16 467

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 17/9

8:05-17:30

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

19:30-19:45

1 stop25h 15m

R16 548

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 14/9

8:05-10:15

1 stop25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

13:15-13:10

1 stop24h 55m

R18 263
Fastest return journey

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 27/10

13:15-16:45

1 stop25h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

18:30-11:15

1 stop18h 45m

R22 323
Cheapest one-way

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 22/6

20:05-11:50

3 stops38h 45m

R9 835

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 29/6

21:15-11:50

3 stops37h 35m

R9 835

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to Cape Town

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manchester to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 53 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 Manchester to Cape Town?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of R14 073). Flying from Manchester to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 705). 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 Manchester to Cape Town?

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 15 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Air France, andTurkish Airlines from Manchester 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
1 528 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
1 528 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 528 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Air France
7,4
Good
1 606 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 528 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 409 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 528 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
1 528 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
8 052 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 528 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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 Manchester to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For as low as R15 739, SWISS can have you in Cape Town from Manchester in 20h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9910 km.

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

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at R8 990. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and SWISS, with the lowest prices starting at R9 085 and R11 805, respectively. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of R14 073). Flying from Manchester to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 705). 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 Manchester to Cape Town on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Manchester to Cape Town. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 15 June 2026.
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Top 8 airlines flying from Manchester to Cape Town

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Manchester 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 15 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 990AverageR16 287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 085AverageR12 053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR11 805AverageR17 102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 491AverageR20 723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 585AverageR15 869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 637AverageR19 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Search British Airways flights
KLMCheapestR13 168AverageR19 027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 180AverageR19 362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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