Cheap flights from Manchester to Cape Town from R11 294

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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
Jul 24 — Jul 311
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manchester to Cape Town Intl are usually found in March or May, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 19 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 705

One-way from

R11 294

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R23 864
Air France
  • Air France
  • 12/11-3/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 45m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 7/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 15m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R21 746 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R10 344 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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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 19 July 2025.

Wed 12/1119:40MAN - CPT
1 stop33h 05mAir France
Wed 3/128:50CPT - MAN
1 stop14h 40mAir France
Deal found 19/7R13 705
Tue 25/1111:00MAN - CPT
1 stop32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/128:50CPT - MAN
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7R13 811
Tue 25/1120:35MAN - CPT
1 stop23h 20mKLM
Wed 10/128:50CPT - MAN
2 stops25h 30mKLM
Deal found 18/7R14 006
Tue 2/918:30MAN - CPT
2 stops18h 15mEthiopian Air
Fri 26/914:35CPT - MAN
2 stops18h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/7R14 059
Tue 4/1114:05MAN - CPT
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 16/1212:35CPT - MAN
1 stop20h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/7R14 112
Sun 16/119:10MAN - CPT
1 stop34h 55mSWISS
Mon 1/1223:35CPT - MAN
1 stop34h 45mSWISS
Deal found 18/7R14 698
Mon 3/1110:50MAN - CPT
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 16/1217:15CPT - MAN
1 stop24h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/7R14 839

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Manchester

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 12/11

19:40-6:45

1 stop33h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/12

8:50-21:30

1 stop14h 40m

R13 705

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 25/11

11:00-21:55

1 stop32h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/12

8:50-21:30

1 stop14h 40m

R13 740

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 25/11

20:35-21:55

1 stop23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/12

8:50-8:20

2 stops25h 30m

R14 006

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 2/9

18:30-13:45

2 stops18h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 26/9

14:35-8:30

2 stops18h 55m

R14 059

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 4/11

14:05-17:25

1 stop25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/12

12:35-6:35

1 stop20h 00m

R14 112

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 15/1

10:50-11:50

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/1

17:15-13:05

1 stop21h 50m

R14 733

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 7/12

18:30-13:45

2 stops17h 15m

R11 294

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 2/1

17:35-11:50

3 stops40h 15m

R11 382

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 7/12

11:15-11:00

2 stops21h 45m

R11 772

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 2/1

23:45-11:50

1 stop34h 05m

R11 790

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 18 July 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manchester to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 70 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Manchester 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 MAN to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester 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 19 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Manchester to Cape Town at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

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 19 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Air France, andSWISS 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.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Related info for your journey

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

    Flying on Air France is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at R13 705. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R14 006 and R14 059, respectively. Users have found that Air France is 23% 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 Ethiopian Air (R11 294), Lufthansa (R11 772), and Turkish Airlines (R11 790).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Manchester 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Manchester to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 748AverageR13 527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR13 107AverageR17 964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 449AverageR16 137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 541AverageR17 337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapestR14 816AverageR17 951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 979AverageR16 590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 237AverageR21 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 812AverageR23 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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