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Cheap flights from Cape Town to London from R5 903

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CPT — LON
Mar 24 — Mar 311
1 adult
Sun 24/3
Sun 31/3

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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to London (LON). 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 March 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

R10 934

One-way from

R6 884
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 12% potential price drop
From Cape Town Intl to London (LON)
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to London (LON)

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

Departing on a Tuesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 4% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Cape Town to London at least 47 days early can save you up to 10% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 47 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Cape Town to London for as little as R15 107 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as R15 145 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

Flights from Cape Town to London lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Cape Town to London in May, with the cheapest ticket starting at R9 053.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to London (CPT - LON)?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Cape Town to London by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap SWISS flights from Cape Town to London

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by SWISS for the route between Cape Town and London. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 627 077 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced SWISS flights heading from Cape Town to London. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sun 24/39:20CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Mon 8/418:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Deal found 19/3R10 279
Sun 24/39:20CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Mon 8/417:10LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 50mSWISS
Deal found 18/3R10 354
Sun 24/39:20CPT - LHR
2 stops33h 20mSWISS
Mon 8/46:00LHR - CPT
1 stop27h 00mSWISS
Deal found 19/3R10 826
Sun 24/39:20CPT - LHR
2 stops33h 20mSWISS
Mon 8/417:10LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 50mSWISS
Deal found 18/3R10 882
Mon 25/319:50CPT - LHR
1 stop25h 25mSWISS
Tue 9/420:05LHR - CPT
1 stop36h 55mSWISS
Deal found 19/3R11 033
Wed 27/323:55CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 05mSWISS
Sat 13/46:00LHR - CPT
1 stop24h 10mSWISS
Deal found 17/3R11 090
Mon 25/319:50CPT - LHR
1 stop24h 00mSWISS
Tue 9/420:05LHR - CPT
1 stop36h 55mSWISS
Deal found 18/3R11 109
Sun 24/39:20CPT - LHR
2 stops33h 20mSWISS
Mon 8/47:00LHR - CPT
2 stops26h 00mSWISS
Deal found 18/3R11 128
Mon 25/319:50CPT - LCY
1 stop14h 45mSWISS
Wed 10/417:55LCY - CPT
1 stop15h 05mSWISS
Deal found 18/3R11 278

Cheap KLM flights from Cape Town to London

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by KLM for the route between Cape Town and London. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 627 077 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on KLM flights travelling from Cape Town to London. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Tue 28/523:15CPT - LHR
1 stop21h 10mKLM
Wed 19/66:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Deal found 18/3R12 316
Tue 14/523:15CPT - LHR
1 stop21h 10mKLM
Fri 7/66:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Deal found 18/3R13 957
Tue 14/523:15CPT - LCY
1 stop20h 20mKLM
Mon 3/620:45LCY - CPT
1 stop23h 40mKLM
Deal found 18/3R14 485
Sat 18/523:15CPT - LCY
1 stop15h 00mKLM
Wed 22/520:10LCY - CPT
1 stop24h 15mKLM
Deal found 17/3R20 784
Sun 24/30:35CPT - LHR
1 stop17h 30mKLM
Wed 10/419:15LHR - CPT
1 stop25h 10mKLM
Deal found 18/3R21 689

Cheap Cape Town to London flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cape Town to London specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 627 077 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cape Town to London in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 25/314:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/410:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R9 223
Mon 25/314:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/410:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/3R9 487
Mon 25/318:30CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/418:45LGW - CPT
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R9 864
Mon 25/318:30CPT - LHR
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/418:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R9 902
Sat 23/318:30CPT - LHR
1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/36:00LHR - CPT
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R10 147
Sun 24/39:20CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Mon 8/418:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Deal found 19/3R10 279
Sun 24/39:20CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Mon 8/417:10LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 50mSWISS
Deal found 18/3R10 354
Sun 24/318:30CPT - LGW
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/418:45LGW - CPT
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3R10 467
Sun 24/39:20CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/313:45LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R10 505

Cape Town to London 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cape Town and London in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 627 077 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cape Town to London in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 3/614:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 24/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop27h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R8 959
Sat 8/615:20CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 27/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R9 072
Mon 20/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 3/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R9 185
Mon 25/314:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/410:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R9 223
Mon 25/314:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/410:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/3R9 487
Sat 14/1215:20CPT - LGW
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/110:10LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R9 694
Mon 25/318:30CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/418:45LGW - CPT
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R9 864
Mon 25/318:30CPT - LHR
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/418:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R9 902
Wed 15/58:50CPT - LGW
2 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 4/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R9 939

Direct flights to London from Cape Town

Discover direct flight options from Cape Town to London. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 627 077 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Cape Town to London. Users seeking other options on flights from Cape Town to London should update the search form at the top of the page.
Tue 28/518:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 12/622:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3R15 390
Tue 28/518:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 19/622:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3R15 409
Fri 24/518:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Sat 1/622:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3R15 673
Mon 20/518:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Mon 3/622:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3R15 880
Tue 14/518:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Thu 6/622:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3R16 276
Sun 4/818:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Sun 11/822:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/3R16 408
Thu 6/618:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Thu 20/622:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3R16 484
Wed 10/718:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Sat 13/722:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3R16 522
Thu 16/518:40CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 5/622:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/3R16 559

Cape Town to London flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Cape Town to London for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 627 077 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Cape Town to London. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Mon 25/314:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/410:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R9 223
Mon 25/314:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/410:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/3R9 487
Mon 25/318:30CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/418:45LGW - CPT
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R9 864
Mon 25/318:30CPT - LHR
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/418:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R9 902
Sun 24/39:20CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Mon 8/418:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Deal found 19/3R10 279
Sun 24/39:20CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Mon 8/417:10LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 50mSWISS
Deal found 18/3R10 354
Sun 24/318:30CPT - LGW
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/418:45LGW - CPT
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3R10 467
Sun 24/39:20CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/313:45LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R10 505
Sun 24/39:20CPT - LHR
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/418:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3R10 524

One-way flights to London from Cape Town

Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to London. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 627 077 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Cape Town to London. For those needing a return trip from Cape Town, there is a search form available above.
Fri 3/513:00CPT - LHR
1 stop20h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/3R5 903
Wed 17/713:00CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/3R5 960
Fri 12/713:00CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/3R6 035
Fri 12/713:00CPT - LGW
1 stop18h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/3R6 035
Mon 3/613:00CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/3R6 563
Wed 17/713:00CPT - LGW
1 stop18h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/3R6 563
Tue 30/413:00CPT - LHR
1 stop25h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/3R6 582
Sun 2/613:00CPT - LHR
1 stop25h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/3R6 639
Sun 14/717:45CPT - LGW
1 stop24h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 18/3R6 639

Find flights from Cape Town to London within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to London 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 627 077 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.

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R8 959 - R15 088

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Cape Town IntlLondon Gatwick

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/6

1 stop16h 45m

London Gatwick

Mon 24/6

1 stop27h 20m

R8 959

Cape Town IntlLondon Heathrow

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Sat 30/3

1 stop23h 45m

London Heathrow

Wed 10/4

1 stop14h 20m

R11 543

Cape Town IntlLondon Heathrow

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/9

1 stop19h 50m

London Heathrow

Sun 27/10

1 stop27h 05m

R12 184

Cape Town IntlLondon Heathrow

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/5

1 stop21h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 19/6

1 stop13h 55m

R12 316

Cape Town IntlLondon Heathrow

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/4

1 stop18h 15m

London Heathrow

Fri 10/5

2 stops47h 25m

R12 354

Cape Town IntlLondon Gatwick

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/5

1 stop18h 15m

London Gatwick

Wed 19/6

1 stop17h 35m

R12 674

Cape Town IntlLondon Stansted

CPT - STN

CPTSTN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/5

1 stop30h 40m

London Stansted

Wed 29/5

1 stop19h 40m

R14 428

Cape Town IntlLondon Gatwick

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/9

1 stop24h 15m

London Gatwick

Sat 26/10

1 stop15h 15m

R14 485

Cape Town IntlLondon Heathrow

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/6

2 stops17h 55m

London Heathrow

Wed 3/7

2 stops16h 50m

R15 088

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Deals found on 18/3

When is the best time to book a flight from Cape Town to London?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to London. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to London. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to London?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to London. Price data was last updated on 17 March 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to London flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to London by month

Plan your trip from Cape Town to London by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cape Town to London is currently R6 325 while a return flight costs R12 670. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to London (average of R562). Flying from Cape Town to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of R777). 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.

January

R10 600

February

R11 618

March

R13 881

April

R13 881

May

R13 447

June

R13 655

July

R14 428

August

R14 654

September

R14 126

October

R13 768

November

R11 656

December

R14 579

Temperature and rainfall in London by month

Plan your trip to London by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

LON

Temperature

4 - 17 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 19 March 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cape Town to London, see what other customers have to say about SWISS, KLM and RwandAir. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very Good
4 215 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

8,1
Very Good
56 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7,8
Good
2 183 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7,8
Good
1 720 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7,7
Good
4 578 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Entertainment

8,3

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Related info for your journey

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  • Cheap flights from Cape Town to London

    Looking for cheap flights from Cape Town to London? Then you’re in the right place. Whether you’re flying to the UK capital for the first time, or you’re a seasoned visitor, we’ve got all the essential details to help you book your Cape Town to London flights. Step off the plane at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and a 15-minute train journey gets you to the heart of this iconic British city. From here you can visit some of the world’s most famous galleries and museums as well as some of its most recognisable landmarks. It’s guaranteed to be the trip of a lifetime, so start planning it today.

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

    Flights from Cape Town to London take an average of 12 hours, and the total distance is more than 6,000 miles.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Cape Town to London?

    British Airways run daily direct flights from Cape Town to London, and you can also book non-direct flights with other airlines.

  • How frequent are flights between Cape Town and London?

    There’s currently one direct flight from Cape Town to London every day, or seven flights each week. To compare them all, use the Cheapflights search tool and add filters to hone your results.

  • Which airports serve Cape Town and London?

    Cape Town to London flights set off from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and land at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

  • Which direct flight route between Cape Town and London is cheapest?

    There’s a single direct route from Cape Town to London, which is flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). To find low-cost tickets, search for flights using the tool on this page, which allows you to compare dates, times and prices on cheap flights from Cape Town to London.

  • What is there to do in London?

    You won’t be short on things to do when you step off your Cape Town to London flight. The UK’s capital city is a busy, bustling and always-on kind of destination, with a long list of things to do both day and night. Tick off top sights like Buckingham Palace and Westminster Cathedral, then explore quirky areas of the city, like Soho and Shoreditch. When it comes to eating and drinking, things are more expensive in London, so your Great British Pounds won’t go as far as your South African Rands. And bear in mind the difference in climate, too. While January tends to be South Africa’s hottest month, it’s one of the UK’s coldest, so you’ll want to pack winter clothing for your Cape Town to London flight. Find cheap flights from Cape Town to London using the Cheapflights search box above.

  • How busy are the airports in Cape Town and London?

    Flights departing to London are usually served by Cape Town International Airport. It is the main International Airport serving the city and is the second busiest airport in South Africa. It offers regular flights to many destinations and has both domestic and international terminals and is easily reached by public transport. The primary airport that serves this route in London is London Heathrow Airport. It is the busiest airport in Europe and the seventh busiest airport in the world by total passenger traffic, and the second busiest airport in the world by international passenger traffic. It is easily reached via the Underground.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to London?

    There are two airlines that offer direct flights to London from Cape Town: Virgin Atlantic and British Airways. The flights take around 12 hours each way. If you are looking to travel early in the morning, look towards Virgin Atlantic, as their schedule has direct flights departing to London from Cape Town every morning. If you are more of an overnight flight type of person, British Airways will do the trick for you. Their flights depart late in the evening and once you arrive in London you will be ready to face a new day.

  • What are the stopover options between Cape Town to London?

    There are various routes to London from Cape Town with either one or two flight layovers. One of the options is having a stop at Dubai when flying with Emirates. AirFrance also serves both London Heathrow and Cape Town International Airports, and offers a route through Paris Charles de Gaulle, and Qatar Airways serves a route through Hamad International Airport at Doha. Choosing one of those routes instead of a direct one can have a few benefits. You are more than likely to secure a cheaper deal, especially when flying off-season: that can be perfect for travellers with tighter budgets. It adds a little bit of time to the journey, but if you aren’t looking to fit into certain time frames you can always take a day or two and explore a new city spontaneously.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Cape Town to London?

    If you have a South African passport, you do need to obtain a visa before visiting the UK. You will need to fill out an online application form and then follow with a visit to your nearest UK visa application centre. The standard visa is valid for a six month period and can be used for recreational travel or for business and medical trips. The regular processing time is usually around three weeks.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to London?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cape Town to London. 13 airlines have flights from Cape Town Intl to London on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl to London should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 9 outbound flights to London per day.

  • Can I find flights from Cape Town to London for under R9 000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to London for under R9 000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Ethiopian Air for just R8 959, but on average you can expect to pay R10 618.

  • Are there direct flights from Cape Town to London for under R15 400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Cape Town to London under R15 400. A good price for a direct flight from Cape Town to London is less than R16 937.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Cape Town to London for under R9 300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Cape Town to London within the next 7 days for less than R9 300.

  • What days are direct flights available from Cape Town to London?

    Direct flights can be found on the following days: Friday.

  • How many flights depart from Cape Town to London on average per day?

    Per day, 5 flights depart from Cape Town to London on average.
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  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to London?

    Ethiopian Air, SWISS, and KLM can get you from Cape Town to London in just under 16h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9735 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air (R8 959), SWISS (R12 184), and KLM (R12 316) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to London. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to London for 39% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 903. Users have also found prices from R6 639 and R7 129 on Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

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

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to London?

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

    Consider Virgin Atlantic (69%), American Airlines (68%) or Qatar Airways (68%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Cape Town to London.

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

    On average you can expect to pay R24 135 for a flight from Cape Town to London. The cheapest flight overall is R9 706 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - London Heathrow) is currently priced at R10 354.

  • What does CPT to LHR mean?

    This is defined as Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Codes like London Heathrow Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN), London City Airport (LCY), London Southend Airport (SEN).

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to London?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time experiencing LEGOLAND Dubai, Burj Khalifa, and Deira Perfume Souq. Travellers on a stopover Dubai can visit LEGOLAND Dubai, Burj Khalifa, and Deira Perfume Souq, by traveling 51,6 km, 11,0 km, and 7,0 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R406 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to London flights?

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines from Cape Town to London?

    Some of the most eco-friendly airlines that serve the route to London from Cape Town are British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. British Airways has a new BA Better World Community Fund which enables people to support projects that have benefits for climate, nature and people. They also have a partnership with Comic Relief called Flying Start which is set to give disadvantaged young people a chance to have a bright and happy future. They are also committed to having carbon net zero by 2050. Virgin Atlantic also has an extensive sustainability programme that includes fuel and carbon emission reduction, non-profit partnerships and focus on social and environmental priorities in order to help communities all over the world.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from Cape Town to London?

    There are many things a passenger can do to make his journey more sustainable and eco-friendly. One of the main things to promote sustainable travel is to get a direct flight instead of one with layovers. Luckily, both British Airways and Virgin Atlantic offer non-stop flights between London and Cape Town daily. Another way to reduce emissions during your travels is to use public transportation as much as possible. Luckily, both London and Cape Town have an extensive public transportation system that is also fast and convenient. London Heathrow Airport is served by the underground tube, while Cape Town International is connected by a network of bus and rail routes in and out of the city.

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SWISSCheapestR7 528AverageR12 304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR8 351AverageR13 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 617AverageR13 262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 644AverageR14 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 037AverageR10 569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 015AverageR13 661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 623AverageR14 295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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TAAGCheapestR12 974AverageR15 812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 173AverageR15 498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 190AverageR15 872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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