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

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of R12 717.

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 airlines fly to Cape Town?

Ethiopian Air, KLM and Turkish Airlines 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 44% 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 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 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.

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

18h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

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

19h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R13 615Lufthansa

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15

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

18h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:20 - 8:10CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

24h 50m1 stop Zurich

R13 648Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 13

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

18h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

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

19h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R13 665Lufthansa

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8

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

18h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

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

17h 00m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R13 665Lufthansa

Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9

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

18h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

20:05 - 18:00CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

23h 55m1 stop Zurich

R13 780Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10

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

18h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

20:05 - 18:00CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

23h 55m1 stop Zurich

R13 945Multiple Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 17

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

14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 22:10CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

23h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 033KLM

Mon, Apr 19 - Tue, Apr 27

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

14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:45 - 22:10CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

23h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 824KLM

Mon, Apr 19 - Tue, Apr 27

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

28h 10m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 9:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

18h 30m1 stop Istanbul

R16 170Turkish Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15

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

28h 10m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 9:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

18h 30m1 stop Istanbul

R16 203Turkish Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15

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20:45 - 9:45BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

7:30 - 20:00CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 483KLM

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

20:45 - 9:45BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

7:30 - 20:00CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 780KLM

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

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

22h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

8:30 - 21:20CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

14h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R16 829Air France

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

20:45 - 9:45BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

26h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

R17 307KLM

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

20:45 - 9:45BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

26h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

R17 571KLM

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

R18 247Turkish Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

10:40 - 6:25BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

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

27h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R19 417Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

10:40 - 6:25BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

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

27h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R19 697Multiple 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

R20 143Turkish Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27

20:50 - 11:35BHX Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

13:40 - 18:45CPT Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham

31h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

R20 307Emirates

Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 23

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Lufthansa flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

Our best Lufthansa deals on Birmingham to Cape Town flight tickets

Lufthansa

Dec 8

BHX11:05Birmingham

18h 35m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Dec 15

CPT19:10Cape Town Intl

19h 20m

1 stop

BHX12:30Birmingham

R13 615

Lufthansa

Dec 3

BHX10:55Birmingham

18h 45m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Dec 8

CPT19:10Cape Town Intl

19h 20m

1 stop

BHX12:30Birmingham

R13 665

Lufthansa

Dec 5

BHX10:55Birmingham

18h 45m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Dec 9

CPT19:10Cape Town Intl

19h 20m

1 stop

BHX12:30Birmingham

R13 714

KLM flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

Our best KLM deals on Birmingham to Cape Town flight tickets

KLM

Nov 20

BHX9:25Birmingham

19h 00m

2 stops

CPT6:25Cape Town Intl

Nov 27

CPT7:30Cape Town Intl

14h 30m

1 stop

BHX20:00Birmingham

R15 890

KLM

Nov 17

BHX17:40Birmingham

27h 00m

1 stop

CPT22:40Cape Town Intl

Nov 23

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

20h 25m

2 stops

BHX12:50Birmingham

R16 302

KLM

Nov 13

BHX20:45Birmingham

35h 00m

2 stops

CPT9:45Cape Town Intl

Nov 27

CPT7:30Cape Town Intl

14h 30m

1 stop

BHX20:00Birmingham

R16 483

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Tue 8/12

11:05-7:40

1 stop18h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/12

19:10-12:30

1 stop19h 20m

R13 615

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11:05-7:40

1 stop18h 35m

Cape Town Intl

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9:20-8:10

1 stop24h 50m

R13 648

BirminghamCape Town

BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Birmingham

Thu 3/12

10:55-7:40

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/12

19:10-12:30

1 stop19h 20m

R13 665

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BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Sat 5/12

10:55-7:40

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

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19:10-10:10

2 stops17h 00m

R13 665

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BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Birmingham

Sat 5/12

10:55-7:40

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/12

20:05-18:00

1 stop23h 55m

R13 780

BirminghamCape Town

BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Thu 3/12

10:55-7:40

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/12

20:05-18:00

1 stop23h 55m

R13 945

BirminghamCape Town

BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Mon 19/4

5:55-21:25

1 stop14h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/4

23:15-22:10

1 stop23h 55m

R15 033

BirminghamCape Town

BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Mon 19/4

5:55-21:25

1 stop14h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/4

23:45-22:10

2 stops23h 25m

R15 824

BirminghamCape Town

BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Mon 1/2

16:50-23:00

1 stop28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/2

17:15-9:45

1 stop18h 30m

R16 170

BirminghamCape Town

BHX Birmingham - CPT Cape Town Intl

BHXCPT

Birmingham

Mon 1/2

16:50-23:00

1 stop28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/2

17:15-9:45

1 stop18h 30m

R16 203

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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 071 to R20 703.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R13 615.

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 033. 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 906.

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 R17 524 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 R14 752 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 3% 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 November 2026, prices for Birmingham to Cape Town flights are approximately 4% 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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Best price found	R7 384
Fastest flight time	14h 30m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Birmingham in the past 72 hours is R7 384. The best return flight deal from Birmingham to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R13 615.

The fastest flight from Birmingham to Cape Town takes 14h 30m

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 14h 30m.
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 November 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 36% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Turkish Airlines at 36% and Lufthansa at 29%.

Best airlines flying from Birmingham to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R12 532	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 292 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 703	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 467 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 893	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 595 reviews	Search KLM flights

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