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

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

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

The number of flights available between Cape Town and London is 82 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

The number of flights available between Cape Town and London is 11 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 20:00, with 92% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

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

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of R11 868.

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 44m.

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.

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 45% 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.

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.

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 November 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.

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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 160. 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 612.

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 074. 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 446.

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 087. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around R16 803. 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?

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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 712 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 279 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 November 2025, prices for Cape Town to London flights are approximately 44% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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.

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Best price found	R4 098
Fastest flight time	11h 40m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun
Airports in London	2 airports

The best one-way flight to London from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R4 098. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R8 800.

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

Direct flights go from Cape Town to London on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Norse Atlantic UK..

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

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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 November 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 35,11% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787 Dreamliner at 23,19%, Boeing 777-300ER at 16,19%, and Boeing 777 at 15,78%.
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 25% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Ethiopian Air at 12%, Emirates at 12%, and SWISS at 10%.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to London

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SWISS	PriceFrom R6 734	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 779 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Norse Atlantic UK	PriceFrom R7 336	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 51 reviews	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R8 727	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 558 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 786	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 893 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
KLM	PriceFrom R10 001	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 405 reviews	Search KLM flights
A.P.G.	PriceFrom R10 521	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0	Search A.P.G. flights
Air France	PriceFrom R10 841	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 484 reviews	Search Air France flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R11 185	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 286 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 854	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 032 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 551	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 661 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

Virgin Atlantic Flights From Cape Town to London
Virgin Atlantic flight deals from Cape Town to London start from R12 838 round-trip. Over the 7 Virgin Atlantic flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually R14 258 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Norse Atlantic UK Flights From Cape Town to London
Another popular option for Cape Town to London flights is Norse Atlantic UK (7,2/10, 51 ratings). Norse Atlantic UK flies from Cape Town to London around 6 times per week, with deals starting from R7 336 round-trip and rising to an average price of around R11 692.

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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.

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

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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 087. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around R16 803. 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 November 2025, prices for Cape Town to London flights are approximately 44% 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, Hahn Air, and Lufthansa 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: 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 868.

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 44m.

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 11 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 20:00, with 92% 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 82 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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