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

Flights connecting via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 15m.

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

Flights via Nairobi (NBO) offer the lowest average return price of R11 279.

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

Nairobi (NBO) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Istanbul (IST) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 23m.

How often are flights from London to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 29% of flights between London and Cape Town have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 150 minutes.

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

According to our data, Norse Atlantic Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 29% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Norse Atlantic UK, Turkish Airlines and Condor are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from London Gatwick Airport according to our data. Norse Atlantic UK is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

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

As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl 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 Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

R7 464 Cheap Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town in 2026

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9:40 - 22:10LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 30mdirect

0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

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R10 572Norse Atlantic UK

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R10 572Norse Atlantic UK

Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 17

14:55 - 7:35LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 40m2 stops Dublin Zurich

23:00 - 8:45CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

R10 812Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 22

20:35 - 12:40LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 05m3 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

R10 828Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21

16:10 - 10:45LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

18:35 - 9:35CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

17h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R10 940Condor

Thu, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 27

16:10 - 10:45LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

18:35 - 9:35CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

17h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R10 940Condor

Mon, Jan 25 - Wed, Jan 27

17:25 - 12:05LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 40m1 stop Istanbul

0:55 - 16:30CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

17h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R11 229Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

17:25 - 12:05LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 40m1 stop Istanbul

0:55 - 16:30CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

17h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R11 229Turkish Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Dec 5

10:05 - 22:10LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 05mdirect

0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

R13 471A.P.G.

Fri, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 21

10:05 - 22:10LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 05mdirect

0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

R14 785A.P.G.

Fri, Oct 2 - Fri, Oct 16

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21:35 - 12:40LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 05m3 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R10 844Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 30

21:30 - 12:40LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 10m3 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

R10 924Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 30

21:30 - 12:40LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 10m3 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

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R10 924Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Oct 1

10:00 - 22:10LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

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0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

R10 940Norse Atlantic UK

Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 16

10:00 - 22:10LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 10mdirect

0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

R10 940Norse Atlantic UK

Sun, Sep 13 - Fri, Sep 18

10:00 - 22:10LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 10mdirect

0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

R10 940Norse Atlantic UK

Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 20

19:45 - 8:25LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

17:45 - 14:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

21h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R19 109Condor

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

19:45 - 8:25LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

17:45 - 14:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

21h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R20 022Condor

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

10:50 - 11:50LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 00m1 stop Istanbul

16:35 - 9:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

18h 20m1 stop Istanbul

R23 034Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Oct 2

7:30 - 11:50LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 20m1 stop Istanbul

16:35 - 9:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

18h 20m1 stop Istanbul

R91 190Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Oct 1

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Turkish Airlines flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town

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Nov 24

LGW17:25London Gatwick

16h 40m

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CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

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LGW17:25London Gatwick

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SWISS flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town

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Oct 28

LGW18:40London Gatwick

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CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

Nov 11

CPT9:20Cape Town Intl

24h 20m

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LGW7:40London Gatwick

R11 405

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Sept 28

LGW18:35London Gatwick

13h 50m

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

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R9 979 to R14 977.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R10 572.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from London Gatwick Airport, with most prices found around R8 522. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of May, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R10 332.

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 Friday when prices can be found for as low as R15 786. 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 R26 080.

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 London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town in the morning for as low as R14 698. 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 R21 046 per ticket.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from London Gatwick Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R14 579 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 London Gatwick Airport for as low as R9 306 on momondo.

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

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

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

As of September 2026, prices for London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 16% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town

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

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Best price found	R7 464
Fastest flight time	11h 05m
Direct flights	Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from London Gatwick Airport in the past 72 hours is R7 464. The best return flight deal from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 572.

The fastest flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town takes 11h 05m

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

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town

How far is London Gatwick to Cape Town Intl by plane?
There are 9628,1 km between London Gatwick and Cape Town Intl. Typically, this will take 11h 05m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl 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 Cape Town Intl Airport. 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 London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between London Gatwick Airport and Cape Town, the leading plane model is Boeing 787 Dreamliner, making up 38,59% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 38,08%, Boeing 777-300ER with 9,01%, and Boeing 777 with 8,14%.
What is the most popular airline from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town is Norse Atlantic UK, representing 47% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Turkish Airlines at 23%, Condor at 17%, and A.P.G. at 13%.

Best airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town

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Norse Atlantic UK	PriceFrom R10 514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 56 reviews	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
Condor	PriceFrom R11 157	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 578 reviews	Search Condor flights
A.P.G.	PriceFrom R11 824	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0	Search A.P.G. flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 878	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 474 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

Norse Atlantic UK Flights From London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town
The lowest priced Norse Atlantic UK flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town from the last 72 hours was R10 514. Generally, Norse Atlantic UK has 1 flight on this route every week with an average price of R17 262. Norse Atlantic UK is rated 7,2/10 by our users.

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