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

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of R15 000.

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 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 61% 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 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.

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 October 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.

R6 784 Cheap Flights from Manchester to Cape Town in 2026/27

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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

R15 031Lufthansa

Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 11

8:15 - 20:05MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

20:25 - 6:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

35h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R15 048Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10

22:30 - 23:00MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 30m1 stop Istanbul

14:00 - 9:40CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

21h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul

R15 098Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19

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

R15 114Ethiopian 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

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

18h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Marseille

R15 114Ethiopian Air

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 30

22:30 - 23:00MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 30m1 stop Istanbul

0:55 - 15:50CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

16h 55m1 stop Istanbul

R15 131Turkish Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 14

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

17h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

8:30 - 10:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

27h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R15 147Air France

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 20

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

22h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

8:30 - 10:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

27h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R15 147Air France

Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Jan 15

7:45 - 10:30MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

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

19h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R15 330Qatar Airways

Wed, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 1

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

35h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

19:25 - 12:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

18h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R15 364Qatar Airways

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

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12:45 - 13:00MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 15m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 12:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

23h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Oslo Gardermoen

R17 359Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18

11:00 - 13:00MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 00m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Oslo Gardermoen Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 12:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

23h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Oslo Gardermoen

R17 542Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18

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

14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 16:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

18h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R18 090KLM

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

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

14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

7:40 - 8:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

25h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R18 090KLM

Sun, Oct 11 - Wed, Oct 21

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

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

13:50 - 8:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

19h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R19 371Ethiopian Air

Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18

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

18h 40m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole

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

18h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R20 252Ethiopian Air

Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Oct 22

5:50 - 22:10MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

0:15 - 14:00CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

14h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R20 834Air France

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

17:35 - 11:50MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 15m1 stop Istanbul

16:35 - 21:50CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

30h 15m1 stop Istanbul

R23 228Turkish Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19

22:55 - 11:50MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 55m1 stop Istanbul

16:35 - 9:35CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

18h 00m1 stop Istanbul

R24 093Turkish Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19

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

27h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

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

23h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R24 193Air France

Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 20

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Oct 28

MAN18:45Manchester

13h 55m

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CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

Nov 19

CPT20:20Cape Town Intl

14h 00m

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R15 347

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Oct 28

MAN18:45Manchester

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Nov 19

CPT20:20Cape Town Intl

14h 00m

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R15 364

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Nov 5

MAN9:05Manchester

20h 30m

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Nov 12

CPT20:20Cape Town Intl

14h 00m

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R15 397

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Lufthansa

Dec 6

MAN7:15Manchester

22h 25m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Dec 11

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

15h 20m

1 stop

MAN22:50Manchester

R15 031

Lufthansa

Dec 5

MAN7:45Manchester

21h 55m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Dec 9

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

15h 20m

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MAN22:50Manchester

R15 114

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Nov 4

MAN7:15Manchester

22h 25m

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CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Nov 11

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

15h 20m

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MAN22:50Manchester

R15 663

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R15 131

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Tue 10/11

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

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12:35-6:00

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R15 330

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Wed 18/11

21:30-10:30

1 stop35h 00m

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Wed 25/11

19:25-12:20

1 stop18h 55m

R15 364

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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 R15 630 to R20 984.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R15 031.

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 682. 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 965.

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 363 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 998 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 10% 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 October 2026, prices for Manchester to Cape Town flights are approximately 27% 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 784
Fastest flight time	17h 30m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Manchester in the past 72 hours is R6 784. The best return flight deal from Manchester to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 031.

The fastest flight from Manchester to Cape Town takes 17h 30m

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 30m, 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 October 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 50% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Air France at 11%, KLM at 11%, and British Airways at 10%.

Best airlines flying from Manchester to Cape Town

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 338	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 040 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 392	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 724 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R12 840	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 650 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 936	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 457 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 989	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 255 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R17 257	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 582 reviews	Search KLM flights

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