Cheap flights from Cape Town to London from $268
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to London
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What is the cheapest month to fly to London?
The cheapest month to fly to London from Cape Town is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $596, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to London, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around $640.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?
The cheapest day to depart from Cape Town to London is on a Sunday. Travelers who choose to depart for London on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $1,003. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $1,144. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to London.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London?
Flying to London from Cape Town at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $801 when looking at flights departing at noon. Flights to London are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,171. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.
What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to London flight route?
Fly from Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick for the best Cape Town Intl - London flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to London?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London from Cape Town when booking 19 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London for around $802 when searching 19 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London from Cape Town for as low as $805 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to London flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to London?
Kenya Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to London
What airlines fly to London?
SWISS, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London from Cape Town according to our data. SWISS is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to London. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to London on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Cape Town to London on average per day?
As of February 2025, 9 flights take off from Cape Town and land in London each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00PM, with 83% of daily flights taking off in the evening.
How many flights depart from Cape Town to London on average per week?
The number of flights available between Cape Town and London is 63 per week as of February 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 21% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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How far is Cape Town Intl to London by plane?
The straight-line distance from Cape Town Intl to London is 6004.9 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 11h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London is 7 as of February 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to London?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to London.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to London may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at London. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cape Town to London?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Cape Town to London is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (26.91% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-1000 (22.03%), Boeing 777-300ER (20.01%), and Boeing 777 (15.23%).
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to London?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Cape Town to London is British Airways (24% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Ethiopian Air (23%), SWISS (20%), and Lufthansa (19%).
Best airlines flying from Cape Town to London
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cape Town to London with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $392 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 1,568 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $464 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.7 6,984 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $529 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 1,333 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $584 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 775 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $790 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 6,763 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $812 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 654 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $834 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.1 3,279 reviews |
Virgin Atlantic Flights From Cape Town to London
Virgin Atlantic operates around 5 flights from Cape Town to London every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $899, but momondo users have found Virgin Atlantic deals from Cape Town to London from as low as $812 round-trip. Virgin Atlantic has been scored 7.5/10 in 654 reviews.
British Airways Flights From Cape Town to London
The best British Airways deal for Cape Town to London flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $790, round-trip. It should be noted that an average British Airways flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $1,039 round-trip. British Airways operates 14 flights out of Cape Town into London in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 6,762 British Airways reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 6.6/10.
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How can momondo help me find flights from Cape Town to London?
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I’m not ready to book a flight from Cape Town to London right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to London from Cape Town. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.