Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from £252
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Cape Town
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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 December.
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 16% more expensive in the evening than in the morning
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?
11 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from London to Cape Town is approximately 11 days to departure
Can stopping save me money on London to Cape Town flights?
No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between London to Cape Town.
How have London to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?
As of November 2024, prices for London to Cape Town flights are approximately 47% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
How many flights depart from London to Cape Town on average per day?
As of November 2024, 8 flights take off from London and land in Cape Town each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 18:00, with 93% 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 62 per week as of November 2024. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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Cheap London to Cape Town (LON to CPT) flight deals and tips
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Best price found | £252 |
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Fastest flight time | 11h 20m |
Direct flights | Tue, Thu and Sun |
Airports in Cape Town | 1 airport |
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 20m, 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?
There are 14 operators available for flights from London to Cape Town Intl Airport as of November 2024.
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.
What is the most popular plane model from London to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between London and Cape Town, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 41.32% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 777 with 25.41%, Boeing 777-300ER with 22.47%, and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with 8.81%.
What is the most popular airline from London to Cape Town?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from London to Cape Town is British Airways, representing 22.40% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Ethiopian Air at 19.79%, Virgin Atlantic at 9.53%, and Norse Atlantic UK at 7.75%.
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 | ||
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| PriceFrom £361 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.0 40 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £404 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.8 7,148 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £411 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.6 1,637 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £494 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 786 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £495 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.8 290 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £556 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 1,523 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £578 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 3,915 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £592 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.8 20 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £596 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 1,350 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £602 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 6,837 reviews |
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 £858. Generally, Virgin Atlantic has 5 flights on this route every week with an average price of £1,090. Virgin Atlantic is rated 7.5/10 by our users.
Norse Atlantic UK Flights From London to Cape Town
Norse Atlantic UK (7.0/10 from 40 reviews) operates around 3 flights from London to Cape Town in any given week. The average Norse Atlantic UK airfare for this route is around £705, with deals from around £457 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip London to Cape Town flight searches in the last 72 hours.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from London to Cape Town?
To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Cape Town from London.
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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I’m not ready to book a flight from London to Cape Town right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
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