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

Qatar Airways and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Birmingham to Cape Town Intl

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 49% 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.

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 2 operators available for flights from Birmingham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of August 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.

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8:30 - 17:30BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 00m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

0:10 - 8:05CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

32h 55m2 stops London Gatwick Dublin

R11 801Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 12

18:05 - 9:30BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

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

13h 40m1 stop Zurich

R11 914Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 24

18:05 - 9:30BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

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

13h 40m1 stop Zurich

R11 930Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 24

8:30 - 17:30BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 00m3 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

0:10 - 8:05CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

32h 55m2 stops London Gatwick Dublin

R11 979Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 12

18:05 - 9:30BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

17:55 - 17:10CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

24h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R12 320Lufthansa

Mon, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 24

18:05 - 9:30BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

17:55 - 17:10CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

24h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R12 336Lufthansa

Mon, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 24

11:05 - 7:40BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:30 - 12:30CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

29h 00m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

R12 904Lufthansa

Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 8

5:55 - 21:25BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 8:35CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

34h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 696KLM

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5

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

26h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

7:40 - 22:10CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

15h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 696KLM

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 21

9:10 - 21:25BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 16:55CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

18h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 794KLM

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12

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

26h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 16:50CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

18h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R18 602KLM

Mon, Aug 10 - Fri, Aug 21

8:00 - 13:00BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 00m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 13:05CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

22h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R18 683Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 16

21:35 - 17:30BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 55m3 stops Glasgow Intl Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

6:00 - 17:35CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

36h 35m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl Dublin

R19 365Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Fri, Aug 21

14:30 - 21:25BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 55m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 16:50CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

18h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R19 446Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Fri, Aug 21

21:35 - 17:30BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 55m3 stops Glasgow Intl Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 12:35CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

24h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

R19 576Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Fri, Aug 21

8:10 - 17:20BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 10m3 stops Dublin Cairo Johannesburg OR Tambo

5:45 - 21:00CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

40h 15m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl Dublin

R20 598Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 16

10:05 - 14:10BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 05m3 stops Barcelona-El Prat Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 13:05CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

22h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R20 842Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 16

21:35 - 17:30BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 55m3 stops Glasgow Intl Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

6:00 - 6:40CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

25h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

R21 118Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Fri, Aug 21

5:55 - 21:25BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 8:35CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

34h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R22 059KLM

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 16

14:30 - 21:10BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 21:25CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

23h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R23 244Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 16

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Dec 4

BHX18:50Birmingham

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Lufthansa flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

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Sept 7

BHX18:05Birmingham

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CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

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24h 15m

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BHX17:10Birmingham

R12 320

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Sept 7

BHX18:05Birmingham

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R12 336

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BHX18:05Birmingham

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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 167 to R21 588.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R11 801.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Birmingham, with most prices found around R15 355. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of November, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R15 437.

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 047 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 177 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 4% 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 August 2026, prices for Birmingham to Cape Town flights are approximately 2% more expensive 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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Fastest flight time	13h 35m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Birmingham to Cape Town takes 13h 35m

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 13h 35m.
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 2 operators available for flights from Birmingham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of August 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 KLM, representing 58% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Lufthansa at 42%.

Best airlines flying from Birmingham to Cape Town

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Lufthansa	PriceFrom R12 341	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 178 reviews		Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom R13 014	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 555 reviews		Search KLM flights

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