Cheap flights from Manchester to Cape Town from R11 789

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Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 13:45
MAN
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CPT
17h 15m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 8:20
CPT
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MAN
18h 55m2 stops
R12 136Ethiopian Air
Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 17
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 13:45
MAN
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CPT
17h 15m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 7:30
CPT
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MAN
18h 05m2 stops
R12 153Ethiopian Air
Tue, Jan 20 - Sun, Feb 1
Qatar Airways Logo
21:30 - 17:30
MAN
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CPT
18h 00m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 13:10
CPT
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MAN
18h 40m1 stop
R12 268Qatar Airways
Sun, Mar 22 - Mon, Apr 6
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:35
MAN
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CPT
18h 05m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 7:30
CPT
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MAN
18h 05m2 stops
R12 384Ethiopian Air
Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 22
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:35
MAN
-
CPT
18h 05m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 8:20
CPT
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MAN
18h 55m1 stop
R12 466Ethiopian Air
Sat, Mar 7 - Tue, Mar 17
Air France Logo
6:00 - 5:50
MAN
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CPT
21h 50m1 stop
Air France Logo
7:55 - 21:30
CPT
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MAN
15h 35m1 stop
R12 582Air France
Tue, Jan 20 - Mon, Feb 2
Air France Logo
6:00 - 5:50
MAN
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CPT
21h 50m1 stop
Air France Logo
7:55 - 21:30
CPT
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MAN
15h 35m1 stop
R12 599Air France
Tue, Jan 20 - Mon, Feb 2
Qatar Airways Logo
21:30 - 17:30
MAN
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CPT
18h 00m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 7:45
CPT
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MAN
19h 30m1 stop
R12 681Qatar Airways
Sun, Mar 22 - Sat, Apr 4
Air France Logo
17:50 - 21:45
MAN
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CPT
26h 55m1 stop
Air France Logo
23:45 - 16:55
CPT
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MAN
18h 10m1 stop
R12 698Air France
Mon, Apr 13 - Sun, Apr 26
Qatar Airways Logo
21:30 - 17:30
MAN
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CPT
18h 00m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 13:10
CPT
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MAN
18h 40m1 stop
R12 714Qatar Airways
Sun, Mar 22 - Fri, Apr 3

Qatar Airways flights from Manchester to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways
Mar 22
MAN21:30Manchester
18h 00m
1 stop
CPT17:30Cape Town Intl
Apr 6
CPT19:30Cape Town Intl
18h 40m
1 stop
MAN13:10Manchester
R12 268
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Qatar Airways
Mar 22
MAN21:30Manchester
18h 00m
1 stop
CPT17:30Cape Town Intl
Apr 4
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
19h 30m
1 stop
MAN7:45Manchester
R12 681
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Qatar Airways
Mar 22
MAN21:30Manchester
18h 00m
1 stop
CPT17:30Cape Town Intl
Apr 5
CPT19:30Cape Town Intl
18h 40m
1 stop
MAN13:10Manchester
R12 714
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Air France flights from Manchester to Cape Town

Our best Air France deals on Manchester to Cape Town flight tickets
Air France
Jan 20
MAN6:00Manchester
21h 50m
1 stop
CPT5:50Cape Town Intl
Feb 2
CPT7:55Cape Town Intl
15h 35m
1 stop
MAN21:30Manchester
R12 582
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Air France
Jan 20
MAN6:00Manchester
21h 50m
1 stop
CPT5:50Cape Town Intl
Feb 2
CPT7:55Cape Town Intl
15h 35m
1 stop
MAN21:30Manchester
R12 599
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Air France
Apr 13
MAN17:50Manchester
26h 55m
1 stop
CPT21:45Cape Town Intl
Apr 26
CPT23:45Cape Town Intl
18h 10m
1 stop
MAN16:55Manchester
R12 698
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester 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 3 January 2026.
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ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 27/1

18:30-13:45

2 stops17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/2

15:25-8:20

2 stops18h 55m

R12 136

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 20/1

18:30-13:45

2 stops17h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

15:25-7:30

2 stops18h 05m

R12 153

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 22/3

21:30-17:30

1 stop18h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/4

19:30-13:10

1 stop18h 40m

R12 268

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Fri 13/3

18:30-14:35

2 stops18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

15:25-7:30

2 stops18h 05m

R12 384

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sat 7/3

18:30-14:35

1 stop18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

15:25-8:20

1 stop18h 55m

R12 466

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 20/1

6:00-5:50

1 stop21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

7:55-21:30

1 stop15h 35m

R12 582

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 20/1

6:00-5:50

1 stop21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

7:55-21:30

1 stop15h 35m

R12 599

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 22/3

21:30-17:30

1 stop18h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/4

13:15-7:45

1 stop19h 30m

R12 681

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 13/4

17:50-21:45

1 stop26h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

23:45-16:55

1 stop18h 10m

R12 698

ManchesterCape Town

MAN - CPT

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 22/3

21:30-17:30

1 stop18h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/4

19:30-13:10

1 stop18h 40m

R12 714

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Manchester, with most prices found around R13 507. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of May, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R13 688.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 R16 095 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 R13 259 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 8% 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 January 2026, prices for Manchester to Cape Town flights are approximately 25% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Manchester to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Manchester to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Fastest flight time

17h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Manchester to Cape Town takes 17h 15m
There are no direct flights from Manchester to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes 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 15m, 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.

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  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Manchester to Cape Town

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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R9 988Free CancellationRating
7,2
925 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R11 816Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 516 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R12 085Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 435 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R12 297Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 699 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R12 526Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 149 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom R13 799Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 837 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R14 726Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 641 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom R15 496Free CancellationRating
6,8
7 679 reviews
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