Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as R13 874. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around R16 536. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Norse Atlantic UK, Lufthansa, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to London

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London for around R14 568 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London from Cape Town for as low as R14 320 on momondo.

Question 4

How many flights depart from Cape Town to London on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Cape Town and London is 13 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 20:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Cape Town and London is 96 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of R11 194.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 08m.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 23% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 12

How often are flights from Cape Town to London delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 7% 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 145 minutes.

Question 13

Which airlines fly to London?

Accepted Answer

British Airways, Emirates and Virgin Atlantic are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London from Cape Town according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to London. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to London on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 4% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 38m.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to London is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R15 826. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Cape Town because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R17 000.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 18

What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

Accepted Answer

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to London from Cape Town, with most prices found around R12 028. If you are unable to visit London during the month of February, then departing from Cape Town during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R12 678.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from R12 849 to R16 219.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R11 001.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for Cape Town to London flights are approximately 49% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

There are 14 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London as of December 2025.

Question 24

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

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.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to London 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. 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 typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and London?

What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

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

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as R13 874. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around R16 536. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

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

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

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to London 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 flights?

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

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

As of December 2025, prices for Cape Town to London flights are approximately 49% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Norse Atlantic UK, Lufthansa, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to London

Which airlines fly to London?

How often are flights from Cape Town to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 7% 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 145 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday 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 4% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 23% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of R11 194.

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

Flights connecting via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 08m.

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

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 38m.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to London on average per day?

The number of flights available between Cape Town and London is 13 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 20:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

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

The number of flights available between Cape Town and London is 96 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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