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

The number of flights available between Cape Town and London is 4 per day as of September 2025. The most frequent departure time is 18:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

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: 14h 43m.

Which airlines fly to London?

British Airways, Emirates and SWISS 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 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to London. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to London on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Turkish Airlines, Emirates, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to London

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

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 21% 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 Munich (MUC) offer the lowest average return price of R11 420.

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

The number of flights available between Cape Town and London is 28 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 38m.

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

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

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

There are 13 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London as of September 2025.

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

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.

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

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.

R6 564 Cheap Flights from Cape Town to London in 2025/26

1 adult

0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Cape Town to London

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Direct

Cheap return flights

0:30 - 11:15CPT-LGW

11h 45mdirect

7:20 - 17:25LGW-CPT

32h 05m2 stops

R11 964Multiple Airlines

Find Deal

Thu, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 28

9:00 - 11:15CPT-LHR

28h 15m1 stop

13:45 - 7:30LHR-CPT

15h 45m1 stop

R12 034SWISS

Find Deal

Sun, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 27

9:00 - 8:05CPT-LHR

25h 05m1 stop

20:05 - 22:05LHR-CPT

24h 00m1 stop

R12 069SWISS

Find Deal

Sun, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 9

9:30 - 22:55CPT-LHR

15h 25m1 stop

15:30 - 11:00LHR-CPT

17h 30m1 stop

R12 468Lufthansa

Find Deal

Wed, Nov 5 - Sun, Feb 8

15:25 - 7:00CPT-LHR

16h 35m1 stop

20:15 - 13:45LHR-CPT

15h 30m1 stop

R12 538Ethiopian Air

Find Deal

Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Nov 11

6:00 - 22:55CPT-LHR

18h 55m2 stops

20:15 - 11:40LHR-CPT

37h 25m2 stops

R12 729Lufthansa

Find Deal

Tue, Oct 28 - Fri, Nov 21

15:25 - 7:00CPT-LHR

16h 35m1 stop

20:15 - 13:45LHR-CPT

15h 30m1 stop

R12 850Ethiopian Air

Find Deal

Tue, Oct 14 - Sun, Nov 2

22:10 - 8:10CPT-LHR

12h 00mdirect

22:20 - 12:10LHR-CPT

11h 50mdirect

R12 954British Airways

Find Deal

Thu, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 29

13:40 - 12:05CPT-STN

24h 25m1 stop

20:15 - 16:45STN-CPT

18h 30m1 stop

R13 128Emirates

Find Deal

Wed, Nov 5 - Sun, Feb 8

13:40 - 12:05CPT-STN

24h 25m1 stop

20:15 - 16:45STN-CPT

18h 30m1 stop

R13 267Emirates

Find Deal

Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1

Lufthansa flights from Cape Town to London

Our best Lufthansa deals on Cape Town to London flight tickets

Lufthansa

Nov 5

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

15h 25m

1 stop

LHR22:55London Heathrow

Feb 8

LHR15:30London Heathrow

17h 30m

1 stop

CPT11:00Cape Town Intl

R12 468

Find similar

Lufthansa

Oct 28

CPT6:00Cape Town Intl

18h 55m

2 stops

LHR22:55London Heathrow

Nov 21

LHR20:15London Heathrow

37h 25m

2 stops

CPT11:40Cape Town Intl

R12 729

Find similar

Lufthansa

Sept 25

CPT14:15Cape Town Intl

19h 05m

2 stops

LCY8:20London City

Oct 2

LCY17:00London City

18h 40m

2 stops

CPT12:40Cape Town Intl

R30 041

Find similar

Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town to London

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Cape Town to London flight tickets

Ethiopian Air

Oct 14

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

16h 35m

1 stop

LHR7:00London Heathrow

Nov 11

LHR20:15London Heathrow

15h 30m

1 stop

CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

R12 538

Find similar

Ethiopian Air

Oct 14

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

16h 35m

1 stop

LHR7:00London Heathrow

Nov 2

LHR20:15London Heathrow

15h 30m

1 stop

CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

R12 850

Find similar

Ethiopian Air

Nov 20

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

17h 10m

1 stop

LHR6:35London Heathrow

Nov 29

LHR20:15London Heathrow

14h 45m

1 stop

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

R12 885

Find similar

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/10

0:30-11:15

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Tue 28/10

7:20-17:25

2 stops32h 05m

R11 964

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/11

9:00-11:15

1 stop28h 15m

London Heathrow

Thu 27/11

13:45-7:30

1 stop15h 45m

R12 034

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/11

9:00-8:05

1 stop25h 05m

London Heathrow

Sun 9/11

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

R12 069

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/11

9:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

London Heathrow

Sun 8/2

15:30-11:00

1 stop17h 30m

R12 468

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/10

15:25-7:00

1 stop16h 35m

London Heathrow

Tue 11/11

20:15-13:45

1 stop15h 30m

R12 538

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/10

6:00-22:55

2 stops18h 55m

London Heathrow

Fri 21/11

20:15-11:40

2 stops37h 25m

R12 729

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/10

15:25-7:00

1 stop16h 35m

London Heathrow

Sun 2/11

20:15-13:45

1 stop15h 30m

R12 850

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/11

22:10-8:10

Nonstop12h 00m

London Heathrow

Sat 29/11

22:20-12:10

Nonstop11h 50m

R12 954

Cape TownLondon

CPT - STN

CPTSTN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/11

13:40-12:05

1 stop24h 25m

London Stansted

Sun 8/2

20:15-16:45

1 stop18h 30m

R13 128

Cape TownLondon

CPT - STN

CPTSTN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

13:40-12:05

1 stop24h 25m

London Stansted

Sun 1/2

20:15-16:45

1 stop18h 30m

R13 267

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Stopovers

Other information

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to London from Cape Town, with most prices found around R12 069. If you are unable to visit London during the month of February, then departing from Cape Town during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R12 086.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to London is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R16 157. 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 637.

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 R14 081. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around R16 915. 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?

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 569 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 274 on momondo.

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 September 2025, prices for Cape Town to London flights are approximately 5% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to London

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

Estimated return price

Cheap Cape Town to London (CPT to LON) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cape Town to London

Best price found	R3 860
Fastest flight time	11h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in London	2 airports

The best one-way flight to London from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R3 860. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 933.

The fastest flight from Cape Town to London takes 11h 40m

Direct flights go from Cape Town to London every day.

There are 2 airports near London: London Heathrow (LHR), London Gatwick (LGW)

Search flight deals

How far is Cape Town Intl to London by plane?
Cape Town Intl and London are 9663,9 km apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 11h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London?
There are 13 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to London as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to London?
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.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?
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.
What is the most popular plane model from Cape Town to London?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Cape Town to London is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 33,84% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787 Dreamliner at 16,48%, Boeing 777-300ER at 16,21%, and Boeing 777 at 15,51%.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to London?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cape Town to London is British Airways, representing 23% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are SWISS at 15%, Ethiopian Air at 12%, and Emirates at 11%.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to London

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cape Town to London with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
SWISS	PriceFrom R6 817	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 737 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Norse Atlantic UK	PriceFrom R8 015	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,1 49 reviews	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R8 762	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 415 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 879	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 862 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 969	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 386 reviews	Search KLM flights
A.P.G.	PriceFrom R10 517	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0	Search A.P.G. flights
Air France	PriceFrom R10 532	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 468 reviews	Search Air France flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R11 151	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,9 281 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 850	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 969 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 546	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 624 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

Southall

Staines-upon-Thames

Milton Keynes

Newport

Sutton

Slough

Watford

Ilford

Eastleigh

Feltham

Maidstone

St. Albans

Horsham

Canterbury

Borehamwood

Wembley

Twickenham

Chelmsford

Newbury

Guildford

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Cape Town to London?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Cape Town to London for you.

Can I find flights from Cape Town to London with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to London from Cape Town with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Cape Town to London?

Once you have performed a search for Cape Town to London flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Cape Town to London right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are not ready to book a flight from Cape Town to London now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to London and let you know when they change.

An easier way to manage your London trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Sat 18/10

Sat 25/10

Email me momondo's favourite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to the United Kingdom

Fly into one of these airports located in London

London City Airport

London Gatwick Airport

London Heathrow Airport

London Luton Airport

London Stansted Airport

Popular Cities in the United Kingdom

Flights to Manchesterfrom R11 148

Flights to Edinburghfrom R12 086

Flights to Birminghamfrom R11 635

Flights to Glasgowfrom R9 759

Flights to Belfastfrom R13 406

Flights to Aberdeenfrom R14 048

Flights to Invernessfrom R12 051

Flights to Bristolfrom R16 149

Flights to Cardifffrom R14 100

Flights to Leedsfrom R19 067

Flights to Grimsbyfrom R17 990

Cheap flights from Cape Town to London from R6 564

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cape Town to London departing on 2/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Big names, great deals

Big names, great deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Find the cheapest flights from Cape Town to London

Cheap return flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last-minute flights

Cheap direct flights

Lufthansa flights from Cape Town to London

Our best Lufthansa deals on Cape Town to London flight tickets

Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town to London

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Cape Town to London flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to London that are best for you.

See travel insights to London from

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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 R14 081. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around R16 915. 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 September 2025, prices for Cape Town to London flights are approximately 5% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Turkish Airlines, Emirates, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to London

Which airlines fly to London?

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

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 21% 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 Munich (MUC) offer the lowest average return price of R11 420.

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: 14h 43m.

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

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) 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 4 per day as of September 2025. The most frequent departure time is 18:00, 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 28 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When to book flights from Cape Town to London

Cheap Cape Town to London (CPT to LON) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cape Town to London

Best price found

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Airports in London

How far is Cape Town Intl to London by plane?

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

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

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

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

What is the most popular plane model from Cape Town to London?

What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to London?

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to London

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cape Town to London with momondo

Travelling to a place near London?

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Cape Town to London?

Can I find flights from Cape Town to London with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from Cape Town to London?

I’m not ready to book a flight from Cape Town to London right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

An easier way to manage your London trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to the United Kingdom