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Cheap flights from Cape Town to London from R6 056

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 28/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CPT — LON
May 12 — May 191
1 adult
Sun 12/5
Sun 19/5

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to London are usually found in November or May, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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 7 May 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

R10 654

One-way from

R6 536
High demand for flights, 7% 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 5% 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 4% 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 R14 421 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 R14 938 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 August. Prices are generally better when you fly from Cape Town to London in November, with the cheapest ticket starting at R7 441.

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 14% on flights from Cape Town to London by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap Lufthansa flights from Cape Town to London

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Lufthansa 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 530 312 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Lufthansa flights heading from Cape Town to London. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sun 7/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Thu 29/818:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5R10 765
Tue 9/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Thu 29/818:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5R11 263
Mon 8/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Sun 1/920:25LHR - CPT
2 stops36h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5R11 596
Thu 30/517:45CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 55mLufthansa
Thu 6/610:30LHR - CPT
1 stop22h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 6/5R11 651
Thu 30/517:45CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 55mLufthansa
Thu 6/68:30LHR - CPT
1 stop24h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5R11 670
Sun 7/717:45CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Sat 31/817:30LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5R12 020
Thu 30/517:45CPT - LCY
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Thu 6/69:15LCY - CPT
1 stop23h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5R12 260
Mon 20/517:45CPT - LCY
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Mon 3/69:15LCY - CPT
1 stop23h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5R13 331
Mon 20/517:45CPT - LCY
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Mon 3/617:00LCY - CPT
1 stop16h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 6/5R14 033

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 530 312 searches. Data last updated 7 May 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 21/523:15CPT - LHR
1 stop33h 25mKLM
Tue 11/66:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Deal found 6/5R11 245
Sun 21/723:15CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 00mKLM
Tue 20/86:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Deal found 7/5R11 467
Tue 21/523:15CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 35mKLM
Fri 14/66:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Deal found 6/5R12 260
Wed 15/523:15CPT - LCY
1 stop20h 20mKLM
Wed 29/520:10LCY - CPT
1 stop24h 15mKLM
Deal found 6/5R18 465
Wed 15/523:15CPT - LCY
1 stop19h 05mKLM
Sun 2/620:45LCY - CPT
1 stop23h 25mKLM
Deal found 7/5R18 557
Wed 15/523:15CPT - LCY
1 stop19h 05mKLM
Sun 2/620:45LCY - CPT
1 stop23h 25mKLM
Deal found 6/5R19 683

Cheap Cape Town to London flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cape Town to London specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 530 312 searches. Prices were last updated on 7 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cape Town to London in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 20/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 28/510:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R8 494
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R8 974
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R9 657
Mon 20/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 3/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop27h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5R9 675
Mon 20/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 3/610:10LGW - CPT
2 stops31h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R9 897
Mon 20/58:50CPT - LGW
2 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 4/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R9 915
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 29/521:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5R10 063
Sun 9/67:45CPT - LGW
2 stops47h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 17/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R10 322
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/621:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R10 359

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 530 312 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cape Town to London in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 20/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 28/510:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R8 494
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R8 974
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R9 657
Mon 20/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 3/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop27h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5R9 675
Mon 20/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 28/510:10LGW - CPT
2 stops31h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R9 897
Mon 20/58:50CPT - LGW
2 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 4/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R9 915
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/621:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5R10 063
Sun 9/67:45CPT - LGW
2 stops47h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 17/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R10 322
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/621:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R10 359

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 530 312 searches. Data last updated 7 May 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.
Sun 3/1111:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Mon 18/1120:00LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 6/5R10 709
Fri 23/818:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Sun 8/922:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/5R14 882
Wed 10/718:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 22/722:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/5R15 178
Thu 12/918:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Wed 30/1018:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/5R15 418
Sun 6/1018:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Sun 27/1022:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5R15 750
Fri 2/818:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Sun 18/822:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5R15 769
Mon 29/718:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 2/922:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5R15 806
Mon 29/718:55CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 45mBritish Airways
Tue 3/922:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5R15 953
Sun 3/1118:45CPT - LHR
Nonstop12h 00mBritish Airways
Mon 18/1122:25LHR - CPT
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5R15 972

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 530 312 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Cape Town to London. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R8 974
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R9 657
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5R9 675
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/621:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5R10 063
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/621:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R10 359
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/610:10LGW - CPT
2 stops31h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R10 377
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 29/521:00LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5R10 802
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/610:10LGW - CPT
2 stops45h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R11 153
Wed 15/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/610:10LGW - CPT
2 stops31h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5R11 171

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 530 312 searches. Data last updated 7 May 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.
Mon 28/1018:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 6/5R6 056
Mon 14/108:40CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 05mSWISS
Deal found 7/5R6 130
Mon 27/513:00CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R6 167
Wed 29/513:00CPT - LGW
1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R6 167
Tue 28/513:00CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R6 186
Wed 29/513:00CPT - LGW
1 stop18h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R6 186
Sun 26/513:00CPT - LHR
1 stop18h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R6 260
Thu 31/1011:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 6/5R6 260
Mon 14/108:40CPT - LHR
2 stops32h 55mSWISS
Deal found 7/5R6 278

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 530 312 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

R8 494 - R13 867

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape Town IntlLondon Gatwick

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/5

1 stop16h 45m

London Gatwick

Tue 28/5

1 stop26h 35m

R8 494

Cape Town IntlLondon Gatwick

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/11

Nonstop11h 50m

London Gatwick

Mon 18/11

Nonstop11h 30m

R10 709

Cape Town IntlLondon Heathrow

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/7

1 stop14h 55m

London Heathrow

Thu 29/8

1 stop14h 30m

R10 765

Cape Town IntlLondon Heathrow

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/5

1 stop33h 25m

London Heathrow

Tue 11/6

1 stop13h 55m

R11 245

Cape Town IntlLondon Heathrow

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/7

1 stop21h 10m

London Heathrow

Tue 20/8

2 stops25h 00m

R11 577

Cape Town IntlLondon Gatwick

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/5

2 stops31h 40m

London Gatwick

Wed 12/6

2 stops18h 45m

R12 297

Cape Town IntlLondon Heathrow

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/5

1 stop18h 15m

London Heathrow

Mon 27/5

2 stops23h 25m

R12 685

Cape Town IntlLondon Gatwick

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/8

2 stops42h 55m

London Gatwick

Mon 2/9

1 stop17h 35m

R13 368

Cape Town IntlLondon Stansted

CPT - STN

CPTSTN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/6

1 stop24h 50m

London Stansted

Wed 12/6

1 stop18h 40m

R13 867

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 6/5

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 3 May 2024.
Booking 78 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 5 May 2024.
Morning
Midday
Afternoon
Evening
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to London flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 188 while a return flight costs R11 668. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to London (average of R555). Flying from Cape Town to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of R784). 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 248

February

R11 356

March

R13 608

April

R13 664

May

R13 165

June

R13 442

July

R14 070

August

R14 476

September

R13 830

October

R13 479

November

R11 411

December

R14 218

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 7 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cape Town to London, see what other customers have to say about Lufthansa, KLM and Kenya Airways. 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.
8,1
Very Good
3 995 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

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
3 995 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 995 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

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!

7,9
Good
1 598 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 995 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

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!

7,9
Good
49 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 995 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

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
2 011 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 995 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

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
4 430 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 995 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

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!

Cape Town to London Travel Guide

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.

Find cheap flights from Cape Town to London using the Cheapflights search box above.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to London. 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 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.

  • 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 R8 500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to London for under R8 500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Ethiopian Air for just R8 494, but on average you can expect to pay R10 359.

  • Are there direct flights from Cape Town to London for under R10 800 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Cape Town to London under R10 800. A good price for a direct flight from Cape Town to London is less than R15 750.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Cape Town to London for under R9 000?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Cape Town to London within the next 7 days for less than R9 000.

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

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air (R8 494), Norse Atlantic UK (R10 709), and Lufthansa (R10 765) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to London. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to London for 40% 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 Lufthansa. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 056. Users have also found prices from R6 130 and R6 167 on SWISS and Qatar Airways, 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 American Airlines (83%), Qatar Airways (83%) or Finnair (83%) 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 R38 051 for a flight from Cape Town to London. The cheapest flight overall is R9 741 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - London Heathrow) is currently priced at R10 377.

  • 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 Burj Khalifa, Deira Perfume Souq, and Dubai Creek. Travellers on a stopover Dubai can visit Burj Khalifa, Deira Perfume Souq, and Dubai Creek, by traveling 11,0 km, 7,0 km, and 3,7 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 R359 per day.

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to London that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cape Town to London flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cape Town to London with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cape Town to London flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to London by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to London that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cape Town to London offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cape Town to London?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cape Town to London flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cape Town to London flight deals updated?

    The Cape Town to London flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/5.

  • 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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