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

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Manchester to Cape Town Intl

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 airlines fly to Cape Town?

Ethiopian Air, Air France and KLM 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 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average return price of R17 152.

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

Amsterdam (AMS) was the most common stop: 50% 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.

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 November 2026, there are 6 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.

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14:00 - 23:00MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 00m1 stop Istanbul

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

38h 00m1 stop Istanbul

R14 884Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 15

15:25 - 13:00MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 35m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 12:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

25h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Vienna Intl

R14 901Multiple Airlines

Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10

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

22h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

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

15h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R14 917Air France

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11

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

35h 35m1 stop Istanbul

0:55 - 9:40CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

34h 45m1 stop Istanbul

R14 934Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 15

6:05 - 13:35MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 30m3 stops Dublin Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

14:30 - 17:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

29h 00m3 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle Dublin

R14 934Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 15

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

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

15:10 - 7:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

18h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Marseille

R14 950Ethiopian Air

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

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

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

13:50 - 8:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

20h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R14 950Ethiopian Air

Mon, Nov 23 - Sun, Dec 13

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

22h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

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

15h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R15 082Air France

Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Dec 13

9:05 - 6:25MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

7:30 - 8:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

26h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 247KLM

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11

9:10 - 6:25MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

7:30 - 8:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

26h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 329KLM

Sun, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 27

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

24h 20m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

11:30 - 20:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

34h 55m2 stops London Gatwick Dublin

R14 983Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 30

21:30 - 10:30MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

11:30 - 18:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

33h 15m2 stops London Gatwick Dublin

R15 000Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 30

14:00 - 12:05MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 05m1 stop Istanbul

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

18h 25m1 stop Istanbul

R15 313Turkish Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 30

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

R15 412Ethiopian Air

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 30

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

17h 10m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 15:50CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

24h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R15 412Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Dec 7

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

R15 511Ethiopian Air

Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Dec 7

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

25h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

7:30 - 20:00CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 368KLM

Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22

14:20 - 17:25MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 - 6:00CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R16 681Qatar Airways

Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 15

5:50 - 6:25MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

7:30 - 22:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

16h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 698KLM

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 22

21:30 - 17:25MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 - 6:00CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R16 961Qatar Airways

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19

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Air France flights from Manchester to Cape Town

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Air France

Dec 4

MAN6:00Manchester

22h 25m

1 stop

CPT6:25Cape Town Intl

Dec 11

CPT8:30Cape Town Intl

15h 00m

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MAN21:30Manchester

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Air France

Nov 16

MAN17:05Manchester

35h 20m

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CPT6:25Cape Town Intl

Dec 7

CPT8:30Cape Town Intl

15h 00m

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MAN21:30Manchester

R15 659

KLM flights from Manchester to Cape Town

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KLM

Dec 4

MAN9:05Manchester

19h 20m

2 stops

CPT6:25Cape Town Intl

Dec 11

CPT7:30Cape Town Intl

26h 50m

1 stop

MAN8:20Manchester

R15 247

KLM

Jan 17

MAN9:10Manchester

19h 15m

2 stops

CPT6:25Cape Town Intl

Jan 27

CPT7:30Cape Town Intl

26h 50m

1 stop

MAN8:20Manchester

R15 329

KLM

Nov 27

MAN9:05Manchester

19h 20m

2 stops

CPT6:25Cape Town Intl

Dec 13

CPT7:30Cape Town Intl

26h 50m

1 stop

MAN8:20Manchester

R15 428

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Mon 30/11

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

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Wed 18/11

18:30-14:10

2 stops17h 40m

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15:10-7:30

2 stops18h 20m

R14 950

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

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Mon 23/11

18:30-14:10

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Cape Town Intl

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13:50-8:20

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R14 950

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Fri 27/11

6:00-6:25

1 stop22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/12

8:30-21:30

1 stop15h 00m

R15 082

ManchesterCape Town

MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 4/12

9:05-6:25

2 stops19h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/12

7:30-8:20

1 stop26h 50m

R15 247

ManchesterCape Town

MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 17/1

9:10-6:25

2 stops19h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/1

7:30-8:20

1 stop26h 50m

R15 329

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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 typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R14 489 to R17 258.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R14 884.

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 884. 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 901.

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 314 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 637 on momondo.

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

As of November 2026, prices for Manchester to Cape Town flights are approximately 7% 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	R7 648
Fastest flight time	17h 40m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Manchester in the past 72 hours is R7 648. The best return flight deal from Manchester to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R14 884.

The fastest flight from Manchester to Cape Town takes 17h 40m

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 17h 40m, 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 November 2026, there are 6 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 45% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Air France at 12%, KLM at 12%, and British Airways at 11%.

Best airlines flying from Manchester to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 257	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 046 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 302	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 706 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R12 729	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 646 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 824	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 467 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 877	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 286 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R17 107	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 595 reviews	Search KLM flights

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