Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from $538
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Cape Town?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?
If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of May, then departing from London during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $826.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,021. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Cape Town is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,287.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cape Town is at noon. Flights from London to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $986. Flights to Cape Town are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,186. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.
What is the cheapest London to Cape Town Intl flight route?
Fly from London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl for the best London - Cape Town Intl flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from London when booking 3 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,092 when searching 3 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from London for as low as $948 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on London to Cape Town Intl flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Cape Town Intl 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 London to Cape Town Intl?
Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from London to Cape Town Intl
What airlines fly to Cape Town?
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Norse Atlantic UK are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from London according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from London to Cape Town on average per day?
4 flights are operational daily from London to Cape Town as of April 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00PM, with 100% of flights per day 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 28 per week as of April 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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How far is London to Cape Town Intl by plane?
There are 6004.9 mi between London and Cape Town Intl. Typically, this will take 13h 55m by plane in normal conditions.
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?
As of April 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from 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.
What is the most popular plane model from London to Cape Town?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from London to Cape Town is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 35.56% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777 at 17.68%, Boeing 777-300ER at 17.41%, and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 12.19%.
What is the most popular airline from London to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between London and Cape Town, the leading airline is British Airways, making up 26% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Norse Atlantic UK with 19%, Virgin Atlantic with 15%, and Ethiopian Air with 12%.
Best airlines flying from London to Cape Town
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $413 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.7 7,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $584 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.1 45 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $645 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 642 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $722 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.8 263 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $770 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 1,323 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $844 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 1,578 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,113 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 6,754 reviews |
Norse Atlantic UK Flights From London to Cape Town
Across 4 Norse Atlantic UK flights from London to Cape Town this week, the average price was $817, with the best Norse Atlantic UK deals starting from $584 round-trip. 45 users have rated Norse Atlantic UK on momondo, with an average score of 7.1/10.
British Airways Flights From London to Cape Town
$1,113 is the best British Airways flight deal from London to Cape Town found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average British Airways ticket price found was closer to $1,448, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. British Airways (6.6/10 from 6,756 user reviews) flies into Cape Town from London 7 times in an average week so prices can vary.
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Flights from London to Cape Town with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
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