Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Ethiopian Air, KLM and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Birmingham according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling 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.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Birmingham and Cape Town?

Zurich (ZRH) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Birmingham to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 50m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Birmingham to Cape Town?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 4h 08m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Birmingham to Cape Town?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of R12 535.

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

Prices for flights from Birmingham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

There are 3 operators available for flights from Birmingham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Birmingham Airport 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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Birmingham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport 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 licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R7 945 Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Cape Town in 2026/27

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8:55 - 10:40BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 45m1 stop Zurich

19:10 - 12:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

19h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R12 266Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

8:55 - 10:40BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 45m1 stop Zurich

19:10 - 12:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

19h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R12 331Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3

10:55 - 7:40BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

19:10 - 7:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

14h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R12 396Lufthansa

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 10

10:55 - 7:40BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:30 - 18:00CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

34h 30m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich

R12 510Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 10

6:05 - 7:40BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

19:10 - 12:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

19h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R12 819Lufthansa

Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3

17:45 - 7:40BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:30 - 10:10CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

26h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R12 981Lufthansa

Tue, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 17

17:40 - 9:45BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

8:30 - 8:35CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

26h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

R13 745KLM

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

6:00 - 6:25BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

7:30 - 8:35CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

27h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R14 265KLM

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 18

16:50 - 23:00BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 10m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 10:00CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

18h 45m1 stop Istanbul

R14 979Turkish Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

16:50 - 23:00BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 10m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 10:00CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

18h 45m1 stop Istanbul

R15 256Turkish Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

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10:30 - 9:30BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

8:00 - 8:05CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

25h 05m1 stop Zurich

R14 492Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Oct 5

10:30 - 9:30BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

19:25 - 8:05CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

13h 40m1 stop Zurich

R15 061Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29

10:30 - 9:30BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

19:25 - 8:05CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

13h 40m1 stop Zurich

R15 109Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29

17:20 - 5:50BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 30m2 stops Milan Linate Amsterdam Schiphol

0:15 - 10:40CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

35h 25m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Milan Malpensa Barcelona-El Prat

R15 337Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Sun, Sep 27

17:40 - 21:25BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

0:15 - 13:40CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

14h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R15 694Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Sun, Sep 27

6:00 - 8:25BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 25m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Zurich Frankfurt am Main

17:45 - 17:50CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

25h 05m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Zurich Paris Charles de Gaulle

R15 824Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29

21:30 - 21:25BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 55m2 stops Dublin Amsterdam Schiphol

14:00 - 14:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

25h 30m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle Dublin

R15 841Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29

17:40 - 21:25BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

18:25 - 16:50CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

23h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 857KLM

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29

18:40 - 21:25BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

18:25 - 12:40CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

19h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 889Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29

20:15 - 21:25BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

18:25 - 16:50CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

23h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 906KLM

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29

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Oct 8

BHX18:50Birmingham

25h 05m

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CPT20:55Cape Town Intl

Oct 22

CPT19:25Cape Town Intl

13h 40m

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R12 607

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Nov 11

BHX8:55Birmingham

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Nov 18

CPT9:20Cape Town Intl

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R12 786

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Nov 11

BHX8:55Birmingham

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Nov 18

CPT9:20Cape Town Intl

34h 40m

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R12 916

Lufthansa flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

Our best Lufthansa deals on Birmingham to Cape Town flight tickets

Lufthansa

Nov 26

BHX10:55Birmingham

18h 45m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Dec 10

CPT19:10Cape Town Intl

14h 35m

1 stop

BHX7:45Birmingham

R12 396

Lufthansa

Oct 28

BHX6:05Birmingham

23h 35m

2 stops

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Nov 3

CPT19:10Cape Town Intl

19h 20m

1 stop

BHX12:30Birmingham

R12 819

Lufthansa

Feb 16

BHX17:45Birmingham

35h 55m

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CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Mar 16

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

BHX17:00Birmingham

R12 981

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Wed 4/11

8:55-10:40

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19:10-12:30

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R12 266

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8:55-10:40

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Cape Town Intl

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19:10-12:30

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R12 331

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BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Thu 26/11

10:55-7:40

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R12 396

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R12 510

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Cape Town Intl

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1 stop19h 20m

R12 819

BirminghamCape Town

BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Birmingham

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17:45-7:40

1 stop35h 55m

Cape Town Intl

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9:30-10:10

1 stop26h 40m

R12 981

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BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Fri 13/11

17:40-9:45

2 stops38h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/11

8:30-8:35

2 stops26h 05m

R13 745

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BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Birmingham

Fri 4/12

6:00-6:25

2 stops22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

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7:30-8:35

1 stop27h 05m

R14 265

BirminghamCape Town

BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Fri 13/11

16:50-23:00

1 stop28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/11

17:15-10:00

1 stop18h 45m

R14 979

BirminghamCape Town

BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Fri 13/11

16:50-23:00

1 stop28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/11

17:15-10:00

1 stop18h 45m

R15 256

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

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Birmingham and Cape Town?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R16 117 to R19 082.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R12 266.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Birmingham, with most prices found around R15 077. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of March, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R15 516.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Birmingham when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R18 045 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Birmingham for as low as R15 727 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a Birmingham to Cape Town flight.

How have Birmingham to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Birmingham to Cape Town flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	R7 945
Fastest flight time	15h 10m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Birmingham in the past 72 hours is R7 945. The best return flight deal from Birmingham to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R12 266.

The fastest flight from Birmingham to Cape Town takes 15h 10m

There are no direct flights from Birmingham to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Birmingham to Cape Town.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Birmingham to Cape Town

How far is Birmingham to Cape Town Intl by plane?
Birmingham and Cape Town Intl are 9802,4 km apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 15h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Birmingham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Birmingham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Birmingham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from Birmingham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Birmingham Airport 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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Birmingham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport 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 licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Birmingham to Cape Town?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Birmingham to Cape Town is Turkish Airlines, representing 37% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Lufthansa at 33% and KLM at 30%.

Best airlines flying from Birmingham to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R12 352	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 237 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom R13 026	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 575 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 492	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 466 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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