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

Qatar Airways, SWISS, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from England to Cape Town Intl

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

British Airways, KLM and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from England according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of April 2026, 9 flights take off from England and land in Cape Town each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 18:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

The average flight duration from England to Cape Town depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from London to Cape Town is 13h 20m on average, while flying from Manchester to Cape Town is 15h 05m on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

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

66 flights are operational weekly from England to Cape Town as of April 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from England to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from England to Cape Town Intl Airport is 13 as of April 2026.

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

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 England 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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15:30 - 12:55

MAN

CPT

20h 25m

1 stop

19:30 - 14:00

CPT

MAN

19h 30m

1 stop

R11 673Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 22 - Mon, May 25

17:35 - 11:50

LGW

CPT

17h 15m

1 stop

16:35 - 9:55

CPT

LGW

18h 20m

1 stop

R11 918Turkish Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Fri, Jun 12

11:00 - 13:35

LGW

CPT

25h 35m

2 stops

14:25 - 6:50

CPT

LGW

17h 25m

2 stops

R11 968Kenya Airways

Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 11

9:00 - 21:30

LGW

CPT

11h 30mdirect

13:15 - 7:20

CPT

LGW

19h 05m

1 stop

R11 984Multiple Airlines

Mon, May 11 - Wed, May 20

9:05 - 21:30

LGW

CPT

11h 25mdirect

23:30 - 10:15

CPT

LGW

11h 45mdirect

R12 000Norse Atlantic UK

Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16

9:40 - 22:10

LGW

CPT

11h 30mdirect

0:10 - 10:55

CPT

LGW

11h 45mdirect

R12 050Norse Atlantic UK

Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 13

9:00 - 21:30

LGW

CPT

11h 30mdirect

18:25 - 12:35

CPT

LGW

19h 10m

1 stop

R12 132Multiple Airlines

Mon, May 11 - Wed, May 13

18:25 - 13:35

LHR

CPT

18h 10m

2 stops

14:25 - 16:15

CPT

LHR

26h 50m

2 stops

R12 164Kenya Airways

Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4

18:30 - 13:00

MAN

CPT

17h 30m

2 stops

15:25 - 8:30

CPT

MAN

18h 05m

2 stops

R14 246Ethiopian Air

Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, May 24

18:30 - 14:35

MAN

CPT

19h 05m

2 stops

13:50 - 8:15

CPT

MAN

19h 25m

2 stops

R14 263Ethiopian Air

Tue, May 12 - Tue, May 19

Ethiopian Air flights from England to Cape Town

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

Ethiopian Air

Apr 23

MAN18:30Manchester

17h 30m

2 stops

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

May 24

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

18h 05m

2 stops

MAN8:30Manchester

R14 246

Ethiopian Air

May 12

MAN18:30Manchester

19h 05m

2 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

May 19

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

19h 25m

2 stops

MAN8:15Manchester

R14 263

Ethiopian Air

Jun 1

MAN18:30Manchester

19h 05m

2 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Jun 22

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

18h 05m

2 stops

MAN8:30Manchester

R14 394

KLM flights from England to Cape Town

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KLM

Jun 22

LCY20:15London City

24h 10m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Jul 7

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

20h 15m

1 stop

LCY18:30London City

R15 279

KLM

Jun 22

LCY20:15London City

24h 10m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Jul 12

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

20h 15m

1 stop

LCY18:30London City

R15 673

KLM

May 5

LCY9:20London City

19h 30m

1 stop

CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

Jul 7

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

33h 00m

1 stop

LCY7:15London City

R15 705

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Wed 22/4

15:30-12:55

1 stop20h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 25/5

19:30-14:00

1 stop19h 30m

R11 672

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Wed 6/5

17:35-11:50

1 stop17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

16:35-9:55

1 stop18h 20m

R11 918

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 4/10

11:00-13:35

2 stops25h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

14:25-6:50

2 stops17h 25m

R11 968

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

9:00-21:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

13:15-7:20

1 stop19h 05m

R11 984

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LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sat 9/5

9:05-21:30

Nonstop11h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

23:30-10:15

Nonstop11h 45m

R12 000

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 13/9

9:40-22:10

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

0:10-10:55

Nonstop11h 45m

R12 050

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

9:00-21:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

18:25-12:35

1 stop19h 10m

R12 132

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 30/9

18:25-13:35

2 stops18h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/10

14:25-16:15

2 stops26h 50m

R12 164

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 23/4

18:30-13:00

2 stops17h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/5

15:25-8:30

2 stops18h 05m

R14 246

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 12/5

18:30-14:35

2 stops19h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

13:50-8:15

2 stops19h 25m

R14 263

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from England, with most prices found around R11 099. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of November, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R12 836.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as R16 573. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Thursday is R21 380.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from England to Cape Town in the morning for as low as R12 064. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R19 200 per ticket.

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

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from England when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R18 249 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 England for as low as R16 525 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on England to Cape Town Intl 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 England to Cape Town flights?

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

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Best price found	R7 134
Fastest flight time	11h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from England in the past 72 hours is R7 134. The best return flight deal from England to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R14 116.

The fastest flight from England to Cape Town takes 11h 25m

Direct flights go from England to Cape Town every day.

There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From England there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from England to Cape Town

When did momondo last update prices for flights from England to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from England to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from England to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from England to Cape Town Intl Airport is 13 as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from England to Cape Town Intl Airport?
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 England 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 plane model from England to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from England to Cape Town is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (38,52% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787 Dreamliner (35,40%), Boeing 777-300ER (9,85%), and Boeing 777 (8,31%).

Best airlines flying from England to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R8 825	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Norse Atlantic UK	PriceFrom R8 960	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 53 reviews	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 475	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 001 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
A.P.G.	PriceFrom R10 394	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0	Search A.P.G. flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 207	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 304 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R12 099	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 918 reviews	Search SWISS flights
KLM	PriceFrom R12 120	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 496 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R12 125	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 915 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	PriceFrom R12 329	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 566 reviews	Search Air France flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 367	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 302 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights

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