Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

The month of June is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport, with most prices found around R14 320. 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 R14 500.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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 R10 992. 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 R18 940 per ticket.

Question 4

How often are flights from London to Cape Town delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 12% 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 114 minutes.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

Can stopping save me money on London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 15% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Kenya Airways is the most popular carrier operating from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

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

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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 R17 727 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 008 on momondo.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average return price of R12 908.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town is 12 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 22:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Paris (CDG) was the most common stop: 30% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town is 90 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 17

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

British Airways, KLM and Virgin Atlantic are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport according to our data. British Airways 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 10 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 50m.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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 173. 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 R20 377.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 20m.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

There are 10 operators available for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of January 2026.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

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.

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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 January 2026, prices for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 15% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Kenya Airways is the most popular carrier operating from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

How often are flights from London to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% 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 114 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Paris (CDG) was the most common stop: 30% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average return price of R12 908.

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

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 50m.

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

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 20m.

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

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town is 12 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 22:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

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

The number of flights available between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town is 90 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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