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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cape Town from R6 565

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
May 24 — May 311
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 24 April 2026.

Thu 23/415:30
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 25/519:30
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop19h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/4R12 602
Thu 23/415:30
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 29/519:30
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop19h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/4R13 015
Thu 23/415:30
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop20h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 24/519:30
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop19h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/4R13 032
Wed 6/57:55
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/513:15
CPT
-
MAN
3 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4R14 140
Mon 4/518:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 10/515:10
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/4R14 338
Tue 28/416:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops39h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/518:25
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop38h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4R14 702
Wed 6/513:50
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/519:30
CPT
-
MAN
3 stops27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4R14 768
Fri 22/57:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/518:25
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop38h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4R14 801
Wed 29/48:15
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/616:35
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4R14 818

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 24 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 140

One-way from

R6 565

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R15 099
6/5-18/5
  • 6/5-18/5
  • 5 total stops
  • 72h 00m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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7/5
  • 7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 35m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R31 116 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 995 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 24 April 2026.
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ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 4/5

18:30-14:10

2 stops18h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

13:50-8:30

2 stops19h 40m

R16 868

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 4/5

15:30-13:10

1 stop20h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/6

19:30-14:00

1 stop19h 30m

R17 976

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 22/9

21:45-17:30

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

19:30-13:10

1 stop18h 40m

R17 993
Fastest return journey

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 22/9

21:45-17:30

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

13:15-6:20

1 stop18h 05m

R17 993

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 23/9

18:30-14:10

2 stops18h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

15:10-8:30

2 stops18h 20m

R19 101

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 4/6

21:20-11:30

1 stop37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

18:25-19:15

1 stop25h 50m

R20 573

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 4/5

9:25-12:40

2 stops26h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

19:30-20:00

1 stop25h 30m

R20 655

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 20/5

9:25-9:45

2 stops23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

19:30-14:00

1 stop19h 30m

R20 672

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 4/5

14:05-19:55

2 stops28h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

13:15-12:00

1 stop23h 45m

R20 738

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 4/5

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/5

13:50-8:30

2 stops19h 40m

R20 821

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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 44 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of R13 792). Flying from Manchester to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R21 482). 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 24 April 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
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Air France
7,4
Good
1 579 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 325 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 004 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 910 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 R16 868, Ethiopian Air can have you in Cape Town from Manchester in 18h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9910 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at R9 558. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SWISS and KLM, with the lowest prices starting at R12 068 and R12 524, respectively. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 40% 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cape Town (average of R13 792). Flying from Manchester to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R21 482). 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

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Top 7 airlines flying from Manchester to Cape Town

Discover the top 7 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 24 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 558AverageR11 906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR12 068AverageR16 744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR12 524AverageR17 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 770AverageR17 709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 866AverageR16 224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 919AverageR20 239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 520AverageR19 727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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