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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cape Town from R5 748

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 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
Feb 25 — Mar 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 26 January 2026.

Tue 10/318:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 17/315:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/1R11 160
Thu 5/1118:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/1115:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/1R11 176
Tue 27/118:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 7/313:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops20h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/1R11 208
Mon 12/1018:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 2/1115:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/1R11 272
Mon 12/1018:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 1/1113:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops20h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/1R11 352
Wed 2/1218:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 21/1213:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops19h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/1R11 433
Wed 4/318:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 3/413:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops19h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/1R11 449
Fri 1/518:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 15/515:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/1R11 465
Tue 27/118:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 10/213:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops20h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/1R11 641
Wed 28/118:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/214:35
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1R11 674
Fri 6/1118:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/1113:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops20h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/1R11 722

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 26 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 128

One-way from

R5 748

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R15 078
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 20/5-29/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 37h 10m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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23/5
  • 23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 30m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R29 229 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 915 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 26 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Return

Price

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 14/4

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

13:50-8:30

2 stops19h 40m

R12 268

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 7/5

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:50-8:30

2 stops19h 40m

R12 364

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 10/3

18:30-13:45

2 stops17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/3

15:25-8:20

2 stops18h 55m

R12 990

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 16/3

11:00-21:55

1 stop32h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

7:55-10:00

1 stop27h 05m

R13 071

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 15/4

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

13:50-8:30

2 stops19h 40m

R13 376

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 19/2

14:05-17:25

1 stop25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

12:35-7:05

1 stop20h 30m

R14 050

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 4/6

17:50-21:25

2 stops26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/6

23:15-10:20

1 stop36h 05m

R14 468

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 14/4

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

13:50-8:30

2 stops19h 40m

R14 468

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 15/4

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

13:50-8:15

2 stops19h 25m

R14 468

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 16/4

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

13:50-8:30

2 stops19h 40m

R14 468

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Manchester with our price prediction graph.
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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manchester to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 88 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of R9 024). Flying from Manchester to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 082). 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 26 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, SWISS, 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
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
1 442 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 861 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 209 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
952 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
7 701 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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 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 R12 268, Ethiopian Air can have you in Cape Town from Manchester in 17h 30m. 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 924. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at R9 735 and R10 977, respectively. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Manchester to Cape Town are SWISS (R7 161), Qatar Airways (R8 308), and Turkish Airlines (R8 979).

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of R9 024). Flying from Manchester to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 082). 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 26 January 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 26 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 924AverageR15 272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 735AverageR11 965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 977AverageR14 082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 752AverageR17 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search KLM flights
British AirwaysCheapestR12 544AverageR19 651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 674AverageR17 195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR13 419AverageR16 258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 069AverageR17 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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