Question 1

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 2

How have Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport flights are approximately 19% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 3

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to London flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 4

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flying to London Gatwick Airport from Cape Town in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R10 307 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to London Gatwick Airport are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of R11 495. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 5

How far in advance should I book a flight to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London Gatwick Airport from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London Gatwick Airport for around R12 818 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London Gatwick Airport from Cape Town for as low as R11 771 on momondo.

Question 6

What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 7

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 40m.

Question 8

What is the cheapest month to fly to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

If you aren’t able to travel to London Gatwick Airport during the month of October, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R11 674.

Question 9

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Norse Atlantic UK is the most popular carrier operating from Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick

Question 11

How many flights depart from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport on average per week?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Cape Town and London Gatwick Airport is 4 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 25% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 12

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 89% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 13

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to London Gatwick Airport from Cape Town. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was R10 589. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to London Gatwick Airport is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around R11 844.

Question 14

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to London flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 15

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average return price of R15 909.

Question 16

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 10m.

Question 17

How often are flights from Cape Town to London delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 22% of flights between Cape Town and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 156 minutes.

Question 18

What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick for the best Cape Town Intl - London Gatwick flight prices

Question 19

Which airlines fly to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

Emirates, Turkish Airlines and Norse Atlantic UK are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London Gatwick Airport from Cape Town according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to London Gatwick Airport. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to London Gatwick Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport were last updated today.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

There are 10 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport as of January 2026.

Question 22

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

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 Gatwick Airport.

Question 23

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London Gatwick Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to London Gatwick Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at London Gatwick Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to London Gatwick Airport?

If you aren’t able to travel to London Gatwick Airport during the month of October, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R11 674.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London Gatwick Airport?

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What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to London Gatwick Airport?

What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport.

How have Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport flights are approximately 19% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Norse Atlantic UK is the most popular carrier operating from Cape Town Intl to London Gatwick

Which airlines fly to London Gatwick Airport?

How often are flights from Cape Town to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 22% of flights between Cape Town and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 156 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to London flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to London flights?

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and London Gatwick Airport?

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 89% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average return price of R15 909.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 40m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 10m.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport on average per week?

The number of flights available between Cape Town and London Gatwick Airport is 4 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 25% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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