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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cape Town from R8 290

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CPT
Jun 5 — Jun 121
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 6 May 2026.

Fri 15/516:20
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/522:25
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5R13 907
Thu 5/1118:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 10/1213:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops20h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R14 542
Sun 22/1118:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 6/1215:25
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/5R14 575
Mon 11/518:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 18/515:10
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R14 692
Mon 1/618:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 8/613:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops19h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R14 759
Thu 18/618:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 22/615:10
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops18h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/5R14 776
Thu 28/518:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 9/713:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops19h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/5R15 160
Mon 7/923:30
MAN
-
CPT
1 stop35h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 28/916:35
CPT
-
MAN
1 stop18h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/5R15 260
Mon 15/618:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 22/613:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops19h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/5R15 595
Mon 9/1118:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/1113:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops19h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/5R15 628
Tue 10/1118:30
MAN
-
CPT
2 stops18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/1113:50
CPT
-
MAN
2 stops20h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/5R15 645

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 6 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 759

One-way from

R8 290

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 057
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/6-8/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 38h 20m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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17/5
  • 17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 45m total
  • Manchester to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R31 833 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R8 148 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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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 6 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 6/10

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

13:50-8:20

2 stops20h 30m

R18 085

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 1/10

14:55-17:30

1 stop25h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

13:15-13:10

1 stop24h 55m

R18 102

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 16/6

18:30-13:45

2 stops18h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/12

13:50-8:20

2 stops20h 30m

R18 202

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 25/9

8:05-10:15

1 stop25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

19:30-13:10

1 stop18h 40m

R18 921

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 16/6

18:30-13:45

2 stops18h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/12

15:25-8:20

2 stops18h 55m

R19 322

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 14/6

18:30-13:45

2 stops18h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/12

13:50-7:30

2 stops19h 40m

R19 322
Fastest return journey

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 1/10

18:30-14:10

2 stops18h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

15:10-8:30

2 stops18h 20m

R21 027

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sat 27/6

14:55-14:35

2 stops22h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

19:30-19:45

1 stop25h 15m

R21 044

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 13/9

14:55-19:55

2 stops28h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

13:15-13:10

1 stop24h 55m

R21 077

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 13/9

8:05-17:20

2 stops32h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

19:30-13:10

1 stop18h 40m

R21 077

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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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manchester to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 53 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 R14 057). Flying from Manchester to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R21 779). 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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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 6 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,SWISS, andAir France 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
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 511 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 937 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Air France
7,4
Good
1 586 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 355 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 000 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 R18 085, Ethiopian Air can have you in Cape Town from Manchester in 17h 30m. 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 661. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SWISS and KLM, with the lowest prices starting at R12 198 and R12 658, respectively. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 41% 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 R14 057). Flying from Manchester to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R21 779). 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 6 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 661AverageR12 038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR12 198AverageR16 923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR12 658AverageR17 861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 907AverageR17 899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 004AverageR16 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 057AverageR20 456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR15 686AverageR20 006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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