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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town from R7 788

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town departing on 12/3. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Lufthansa Logo
8:45 - 7:40LHR-CPT
20h 55m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
9:30 - 22:55CPT-LHR
15h 25m1 stop
R10 834Lufthansa
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Tue, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 24
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8:45 - 7:40LHR-CPT
20h 55m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:00 - 21:40CPT-LHR
14h 40m1 stop
R11 007Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:40 - 10:55LHR-CPT
14h 15m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:30 - 22:55CPT-LHR
15h 25m1 stop
R11 128Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 24
Lufthansa Logo
8:45 - 7:40LHR-CPT
20h 55m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
9:30 - 22:55CPT-LHR
15h 25m1 stop
R11 197Lufthansa
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Tue, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 24
Lufthansa Logo
8:45 - 7:40LHR-CPT
20h 55m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
9:30 - 22:55CPT-LHR
15h 25m1 stop
R11 249Lufthansa
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Wed, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 18
SWISS Logo
6:00 - 22:05LHR-CPT
14h 05m1 stop
SWISS Logo
9:00 - 21:40CPT-LHR
14h 40m1 stop
R11 266SWISS
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Mon, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 12
SWISS Logo
18:40 - 10:55LHR-CPT
14h 15m1 stop
SWISS Logo
9:00 - 8:05CPT-LHR
25h 05m1 stop
R11 284SWISS
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
SWISS Logo
18:40 - 10:55LHR-CPT
14h 15m1 stop
SWISS Logo
9:00 - 21:40CPT-LHR
14h 40m1 stop
R11 474SWISS
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 17
Ethiopian Air Logo
20:15 - 13:00LHR-CPT
14h 45m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 6:35CPT-LHR
17h 10m1 stop
R12 374Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 25
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20:15 - 13:00LHR-CPT
14h 45m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 6:35CPT-LHR
17h 10m1 stop
R12 547Ethiopian Air
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Ethiopian Air flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Nov 12
LHR20:15London Heathrow
14h 45m
1 stop
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
Nov 19
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
18h 00m
1 stop
LHR6:35London Heathrow
R12 357
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Ethiopian Air
Nov 19
LHR20:15London Heathrow
14h 45m
1 stop
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
Nov 25
CPT15:25Cape Town Intl
17h 10m
1 stop
LHR6:35London Heathrow
R12 374
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Ethiopian Air
Nov 5
LHR20:15London Heathrow
16h 20m
1 stop
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
Nov 12
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
18h 00m
1 stop
LHR6:35London Heathrow
R12 512
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SWISS flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

Our best SWISS deals on London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
SWISS
Dec 1
LHR6:00London Heathrow
14h 05m
1 stop
CPT22:05Cape Town Intl
Dec 12
CPT9:00Cape Town Intl
14h 40m
1 stop
LHR21:40London Heathrow
R11 266
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SWISS
Dec 3
LHR18:40London Heathrow
14h 15m
1 stop
CPT10:55Cape Town Intl
Dec 10
CPT9:00Cape Town Intl
25h 05m
1 stop
LHR8:05London Heathrow
R11 284
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SWISS
Dec 3
LHR18:40London Heathrow
14h 15m
1 stop
CPT10:55Cape Town Intl
Dec 17
CPT9:00Cape Town Intl
14h 40m
1 stop
LHR21:40London Heathrow
R11 474
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 4 November 2025.
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LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 2/12

8:45-7:40

1 stop20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

9:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

R10 834

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 3/12

8:45-7:40

1 stop20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/12

9:00-21:40

1 stop14h 40m

R11 007

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 3/12

18:40-10:55

1 stop14h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

9:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

R11 128

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 2/12

8:45-7:40

1 stop20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

9:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

R11 197

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 3/12

8:45-7:40

1 stop20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/12

9:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

R11 249

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 1/12

6:00-22:05

1 stop14h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/12

9:00-21:40

1 stop14h 40m

R11 266

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 3/12

18:40-10:55

1 stop14h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/12

9:00-8:05

1 stop25h 05m

R11 284

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 3/12

18:40-10:55

1 stop14h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/12

9:00-21:40

1 stop14h 40m

R11 474

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 19/11

20:15-13:00

1 stop14h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/11

15:25-6:35

1 stop17h 10m

R12 374

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 17/11

20:15-13:00

1 stop14h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/11

15:25-6:35

1 stop17h 10m

R12 547

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of June is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport, with most prices found around R15 247. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of June, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R15 264.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as R16 883. 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 Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Sunday is R21 228.

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 Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in the morning for as low as R12 039. 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 695 per ticket.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R18 845 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 Heathrow Airport for as low as R16 406 on momondo.

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

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

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flight.

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

As of November 2025, prices for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 21% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (LHR to CPT) flight deals and tips

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

Best price found

R19 375

Fastest flight time

11h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport in the past 72 hours is R19 375. The best return flight deal from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R17 265.
The fastest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town takes 11h 35m
Direct flights go from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town every day.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)
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  • How far is London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    London Heathrow and Cape Town Intl are 9667,0 km apart from one another. 14h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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

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

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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

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

Best airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R11 170Free CancellationRating
7,5
671 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R12 207Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 482 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom R12 357Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 547 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom R12 772Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 777 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom R12 911Free CancellationRating
6,8
286 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R12 971Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 405 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R13 413Free CancellationRating
7,2
886 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R13 755Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 038 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R15 584Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 660 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R16 965Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 496 reviews
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  • Virgin Atlantic Flights From London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

    Virgin Atlantic is one of the most popular airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, operating 7 flights/week on average for this route. A good Virgin Atlantic flight deal for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town starts from R11 170 round-trip, up to an average price of R16 441. Our users have rated Virgin Atlantic at 7,5/10.

  • British Airways Flights From London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

    British Airways is also a popular choice for this route. British Airways flight deals for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town start from as low as R16 965 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average British Airways deals seen on momondo around R22 883. British Airways operates 13 flights to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport in an average week. Users have rated it 6,7/10 across 7 496 reviews.

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