Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Manchester to Cape Town?

Istanbul (IST) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 38m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Manchester and Cape Town?

Zurich (ZRH) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Manchester to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 05m.

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

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of R14 799.

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Ethiopian Air, KLM and Air France are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Manchester according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

As of September 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Manchester Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester 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 Manchester 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 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.

R6 857 Cheap Flights from Manchester to Cape Town in 2026/27

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18:30 - 14:10MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 40m2 stops Marseille Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 8:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

19h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R14 731Ethiopian Air

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

18:30 - 14:10MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 40m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 7:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

19h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Marseille

R14 731Ethiopian Air

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

5:50 - 9:45MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

18:25 - 12:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

20h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol

R14 748KLM

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

7:15 - 7:40MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:30 - 22:50CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

15h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R14 748Lufthansa

Wed, Jan 20 - Thu, Feb 4

12:15 - 7:40MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 25m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:30 - 22:50CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

15h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R14 748Lufthansa

Mon, Dec 7 - Sun, Dec 20

16:55 - 12:05MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 10m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 9:40CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

18h 25m1 stop Istanbul

R14 748Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jan 15 - Fri, Feb 5

17:05 - 6:25MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

8:30 - 21:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

15h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R14 764Air France

Fri, Jan 15 - Fri, Feb 5

5:50 - 9:45MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

18:25 - 12:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

20h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol

R14 781KLM

Mon, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 9

22:30 - 12:05MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 35m1 stop Istanbul

0:55 - 12:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

38h 00m1 stop Istanbul

R14 797Turkish Airlines

Sun, Jan 17 - Sat, Feb 6

11:00 - 6:25MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

8:30 - 21:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

15h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R14 813Air France

Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 14

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18:30 - 13:00MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 30m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 8:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

18h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Marseille

R14 895Ethiopian Air

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

18:30 - 13:00MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 30m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 8:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

18h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Marseille

R15 289Ethiopian Air

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

5:55 - 21:25MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

0:15 - 22:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

23h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R16 044Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6

5:55 - 9:45MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

7:40 - 10:10CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

27h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 224KLM

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

5:55 - 9:45MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

7:40 - 10:10CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

27h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 241KLM

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

14:55 - 22:10MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

0:15 - 16:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

17h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R16 552Air France

Mon, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 18

17:50 - 22:10MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

23:00 - 16:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

18h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 815Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 12

8:05 - 12:40MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

51h 35m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Lusaka Harare

9:00 - 11:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

27h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo London Heathrow

R32 235British Airways

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 12

17:50 - 21:25MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 35m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

8:30 - 21:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

15h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R84 057Air France

Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 30

22:00 - 17:30MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 - 14:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

27h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow

R99 723British Airways

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 31

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Lufthansa

Jan 20

MAN7:15Manchester

22h 25m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Feb 4

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

15h 20m

1 stop

MAN22:50Manchester

R14 748

Lufthansa

Jan 25

MAN7:00Manchester

22h 40m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Feb 9

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

15h 20m

1 stop

MAN22:50Manchester

R14 764

Ethiopian Air flights from Manchester to Cape Town

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 17

MAN18:30Manchester

17h 40m

2 stops

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Nov 24

CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

19h 10m

2 stops

MAN8:20Manchester

R14 731

Ethiopian Air

Nov 17

MAN18:30Manchester

17h 40m

2 stops

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Nov 26

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

20h 30m

2 stops

MAN8:20Manchester

R14 813

Ethiopian Air

Feb 9

MAN18:30Manchester

17h 40m

2 stops

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

Feb 14

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

20h 30m

2 stops

MAN8:20Manchester

R14 830

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Tue 17/11

18:30-14:10

2 stops17h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/11

15:10-8:20

2 stops19h 10m

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Wed 18/11

18:30-14:10

2 stops17h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/11

13:50-7:30

2 stops19h 40m

R14 731

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 4/11

5:50-9:45

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/11

18:25-12:45

2 stops20h 20m

R14 748

ManchesterCape Town

MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 20/1

7:15-7:40

1 stop22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/2

9:30-22:50

1 stop15h 20m

R14 748

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 7/12

12:15-7:40

2 stops17h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/12

9:30-22:50

1 stop15h 20m

R14 748

ManchesterCape Town

MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 15/1

16:55-12:05

1 stop17h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/2

17:15-9:40

1 stop18h 25m

R14 748

ManchesterCape Town

MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 15/1

17:05-6:25

1 stop35h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/2

8:30-21:30

1 stop15h 00m

R14 764

ManchesterCape Town

MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 25/1

5:50-9:45

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/2

18:25-12:45

2 stops20h 20m

R14 780

ManchesterCape Town

MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 17/1

22:30-12:05

1 stop35h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/2

0:55-12:55

1 stop38h 00m

R14 797

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ManchesterCape Town

MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 4/2

11:00-6:25

1 stop17h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/2

8:30-21:30

1 stop15h 00m

R14 813

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

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R14 764 to R18 677.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R14 731.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Manchester, with most prices found around R14 403. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of April, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R14 715.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Manchester when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R17 094 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 Manchester for as low as R14 354 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Manchester to Cape Town flight.

How have Manchester to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Manchester to Cape Town flights are approximately 28% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Manchester to Cape Town

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Best price found	R6 857
Fastest flight time	14h 50m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Manchester in the past 72 hours is R6 857. The best return flight deal from Manchester to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R14 731.

The fastest flight from Manchester to Cape Town takes 14h 50m

There are no direct flights from Manchester to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Manchester to Cape Town.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Manchester to Cape Town

How far is Manchester to Cape Town Intl by plane?
Cape Town Intl is 9915,2 km away from Manchester. Flights usually cover this in 14h 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Manchester Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester 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 Manchester 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 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 airline from Manchester to Cape Town?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Manchester to Cape Town is Ethiopian Air, representing 47% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are KLM at 11%, Air France at 10%, and Lufthansa at 9%.

Best airlines flying from Manchester to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 213	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 045 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R9 905	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 241 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 252	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 731 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R12 668	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 651 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 763	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 458 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 815	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 232 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R13 354	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 576 reviews	Search KLM flights

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