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Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from £266

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from London to Cape Town departing on 4/11. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Easily compare return flights from London to Cape Town

Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from London to Cape Town by changing tabs
Lufthansa
15 Jun
LHR18:30London Heathrow
14h 30m
1 stop
CPT10:00Cape Town Intl
11 Jul
CPT17:45Cape Town Intl
23h 55m
1 stop
LHR16:40London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines
8 Jun
LHR20:05London Heathrow
41h 25m
2 stops
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl
8 Jul
CPT17:45Cape Town Intl
23h 55m
1 stop
LHR16:40London Heathrow
Norse Atlantic UK
9 Nov
LGW20:00London Gatwick
11h 30m
CPT09:30Cape Town Intl
19 Nov
CPT11:45Cape Town Intl
11h 50m
LGW21:35London Gatwick
Ethiopian Air
4 Nov
LGW10:10London Gatwick
26h 20m
1 stop
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl
23 Nov
CPT15:20Cape Town Intl
15h 55m
1 stop
LGW05:15London Gatwick
SWISS
18 Sept
LCY13:05London City
19h 55m
1 stop
CPT10:00Cape Town Intl
7 Oct
CPT08:40Cape Town Intl
23h 50m
1 stop
LCY07:30London City
Turkish Airlines
4 Jun
LGW17:15London Gatwick
17h 35m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
19 Jul
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
24h 45m
1 stop
LGW16:20London Gatwick

Find the cheapest one-way flights from London to Cape Town

If you're looking for one-way flights from London to Cape Town, view some of our deals below provided by Lufthansa and Norse Atlantic UK
Norse Atlantic UK
4 Nov
LGW20:00London Gatwick
11h 30m
CPT09:30Cape Town Intl
Multiple Airlines
5 Jun
LTN19:20London Luton
59h 55m
3 stops
CPT08:15Cape Town Intl
Lufthansa
6 Jun
LHR09:30London Heathrow
23h 30m
1 stop
CPT10:00Cape Town Intl

Search last-minute flights to Cape Town from London

Find and compare return flight prices for your last-minute flight from London to Cape Town
Ethiopian Air
21 May
LGW10:10London Gatwick
26h 35m
1 stop
CPT13:45Cape Town Intl
9 Jun
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
17h 30m
1 stop
LGW06:20London Gatwick
Multiple Airlines
22 May
LCY09:25London City
28h 45m
2 stops
CPT15:10Cape Town Intl
5 Jun
CPT10:45Cape Town Intl
32h 50m
2 stops
LCY18:35London City
KLM
22 May
LHR20:55London Heathrow
23h 30m
1 stop
CPT21:25Cape Town Intl
28 May
CPT23:15Cape Town Intl
18h 00m
1 stop
LHR16:15London Heathrow
RwandAir
22 May
LHR21:20London Heathrow
16h 50m
2 stops
CPT15:10Cape Town Intl
6 Jun
CPT16:10Cape Town Intl
18h 40m
2 stops
LHR09:50London Heathrow
Kenya Airways
22 May
LHR18:25London Heathrow
26h 15m
1 stop
CPT21:40Cape Town Intl
5 Jun
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl
26h 45m
2 stops
LHR16:15London Heathrow
Qatar Airways
21 May
LHR09:00London Heathrow
24h 50m
1 stop
CPT10:50Cape Town Intl
30 May
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
18h 25m
1 stop
LHR06:25London Heathrow

Kenya Airways flights from London to Cape Town

Our best Kenya Airways deals on London to Cape Town flight tickets
Kenya Airways
26 Oct
LHR17:10London Heathrow
43h 30m
3 stops
CPT13:40Cape Town Intl
7 Nov
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl
28h 05m
3 stops
LHR16:35London Heathrow
Kenya Airways
22 May
LHR18:25London Heathrow
26h 15m
1 stop
CPT21:40Cape Town Intl
5 Jun
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl
26h 45m
2 stops
LHR16:15London Heathrow
Kenya Airways
4 Jun
LHR15:25London Heathrow
21h 15m
3 stops
CPT13:40Cape Town Intl
19 Jul
CPT06:00Cape Town Intl
35h 15m
2 stops
LHR16:15London Heathrow

RwandAir flights from London to Cape Town

Our best RwandAir deals on London to Cape Town flight tickets
RwandAir
22 May
LHR21:20London Heathrow
16h 50m
2 stops
CPT15:10Cape Town Intl
6 Jun
CPT16:10Cape Town Intl
18h 40m
2 stops
LHR09:50London Heathrow
RwandAir
26 Oct
LHR21:20London Heathrow
16h 35m
2 stops
CPT14:55Cape Town Intl
7 Nov
CPT16:10Cape Town Intl
16h 10m
2 stops
LHR06:20London Heathrow
RwandAir
5 Oct
LHR21:20London Heathrow
16h 50m
2 stops
CPT15:10Cape Town Intl
20 Oct
CPT16:10Cape Town Intl
17h 55m
2 stops
LHR09:05London Heathrow

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Cape Town

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

May. The cheapest time of year to fly to Cape Town from London is May. The most expensive is July.

What is the cheapest day to depart London for Cape Town?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Wednesday. The most expensive is usually Friday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Cape Town?

In the morning. London to Cape Town flights are approximately 22% more expensive in the evening than in the morning

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Cape Town from London?

Norse Atlantic UK. Air France, Ethiopian Air, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from London to Cape Town

What is the cheapest London to Cape Town flight route?

London Gatwick - Cape Town Intl. Fly from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl for the best London - Cape Town flight prices

How far in advance should you book London to Cape Town flights?

49 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from London to Cape Town is approximately 49 days to departure

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

As of May 2024, 8 flights take off from London and land in Cape Town each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 21:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

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

The number of flights available between London and Cape Town is 58 per week as of May 2024. The most frequent departure day is Tuesday, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Can stopping save me money on London to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Cape Town flight.

Cheap London to Cape Town (LON to CPT) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from London to Cape Town

Best price found

£266

Fastest flight time

11h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from London in the past 72 hours is £266. The best return flight deal from London to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £450.
The fastest flight from London to Cape Town takes 11h 30m
Direct flights go from London to Cape Town every day.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

  • How far is London to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    London and Cape Town Intl are 6004.9 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 11h 30m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from London to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Cape Town Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from London to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from London to Cape Town

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from London to Cape Town with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Norse Atlantic UKPriceFrom £310Free CancellationRating
6.8
29 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom £414Free CancellationRating
7.1
372 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £462Free CancellationRating
7.0
7,659 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £481Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,994 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom £486Free CancellationRating
7.3
787 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom £524Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,764 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £525Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,707 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £589Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,568 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £597Free CancellationRating
7.7
4,387 reviews
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RwandAirPriceFrom £662Free CancellationRating
7.7
47 reviews
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  • Virgin Atlantic Flights From London to Cape Town

    The lowest priced Virgin Atlantic flight from London to Cape Town from the last 72 hours was £912. Generally, Virgin Atlantic has 6 flights on this route every week with an average price of £1,053. Virgin Atlantic is rated 7.7/10 by our users.


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Can I find flights from London to Cape Town with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from London to Cape Town on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from London to Cape Town?

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