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, 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.

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 connection time from Manchester to Cape Town?

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

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

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

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

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of R14 376.

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 773 Cheap Flights from Manchester to Cape Town in 2026

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9:20 - 8:20MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

46h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

6:00 - 6:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

25h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R14 486Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 28

18:20 - 9:30MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

17:55 - 10:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

17h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R14 518Lufthansa

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 8

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 534Ethiopian Air

Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 16

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

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

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

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

R14 534Ethiopian Air

Sun, Feb 21 - Tue, Mar 9

6:00 - 9:30MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 30m2 stops Dublin Frankfurt am Main

0:10 - 0:50CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

25h 40m2 stops London Gatwick Dublin

R14 550Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 30

12:15 - 10:35MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

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

15h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R14 725Lufthansa

Wed, Jan 27 - Fri, Mar 5

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

24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 13:10CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R14 773Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Oct 12

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

35h 35m1 stop Istanbul

17:20 - 9:40CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

18h 20m1 stop Istanbul

R14 789Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 30

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

22h 30m1 stop Istanbul

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

34h 45m1 stop Istanbul

R14 789Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 28

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

18h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 6:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

18h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R14 789Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 7

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

24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 - 12:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

25h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R14 773Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Oct 26

7:45 - 10:15MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 30m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

20:00 - 6:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

36h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

R15 283Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Oct 26

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

26h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

23h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R16 510Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 25

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

26h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

23:15 - 22:00CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

23h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R17 243KLM

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 26

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

18h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 13:10CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R17 721Qatar Airways

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 26

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

26h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo

0:15 - 22:00CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

22h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

R17 769KLM

Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 25

18:30 - 8:20MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 50m3 stops Marseille Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

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

R31 092Ethiopian Air

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 26

18:30 - 8:20MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 50m3 stops Marseille Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

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

R31 108Ethiopian Air

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 26

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

35h 55m1 stop Istanbul

16:35 - 12:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

20h 30m1 stop Istanbul

R86 886Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 13

10:40 - 11:50MAN Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 10m1 stop Istanbul

16:35 - 12:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester

20h 30m1 stop Istanbul

R93 563Turkish Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Fri, Sep 11

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Turkish Airlines flights from Manchester to Cape Town

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Nov 8

MAN22:30Manchester

22h 30m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

Nov 30

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

24h 30m

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MAN15:50Manchester

R14 837

Turkish Airlines

Nov 17

MAN22:30Manchester

35h 35m

1 stop

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

Nov 24

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

18h 20m

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MAN9:40Manchester

R14 996

Turkish Airlines

Jan 17

MAN22:30Manchester

22h 30m

1 stop

CPT23:00Cape Town Intl

Feb 8

CPT0:55Cape Town Intl

34h 45m

1 stop

MAN9:40Manchester

R15 012

SWISS flights from Manchester to Cape Town

Our best SWISS deals on Manchester to Cape Town flight tickets

SWISS

Dec 1

MAN9:05Manchester

20h 30m

1 stop

CPT7:35Cape Town Intl

Dec 13

CPT9:20Cape Town Intl

25h 00m

1 stop

MAN8:20Manchester

R14 901

SWISS

Jan 26

MAN9:05Manchester

20h 35m

2 stops

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Mar 4

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

24h 50m

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MAN8:20Manchester

R14 980

SWISS

Nov 4

MAN18:45Manchester

13h 55m

1 stop

CPT10:40Cape Town Intl

Nov 13

CPT9:20Cape Town Intl

25h 00m

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MAN8:20Manchester

R15 203

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Sun 20/9

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Mon 28/9

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Thu 24/9

18:20-9:30

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1 stop17h 30m

R14 518

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Tue 26/1

18:30-14:10

2 stops17h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/2

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2 stops19h 10m

R14 534

ManchesterCape Town

MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 21/2

18:30-14:10

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15:10-8:20

2 stops19h 10m

R14 534

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 24/9

6:00-9:30

2 stops26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

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2 stops25h 40m

R14 550

ManchesterCape Town

MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Wed 27/1

12:15-10:35

1 stop20h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/3

9:30-22:50

1 stop15h 20m

R14 725

ManchesterCape Town

MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Mon 21/9

8:20-10:15

1 stop24h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

13:15-13:10

1 stop24h 55m

R14 773

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 8/11

22:30-12:05

1 stop35h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/11

17:20-9:40

1 stop18h 20m

R14 789

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MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Sun 1/11

22:30-23:00

1 stop22h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/11

0:55-9:40

1 stop34h 45m

R14 789

ManchesterCape Town

MAN Manchester - CPT Cape Town Intl

MANCPT

Manchester

Thu 24/9

22:00-17:30

1 stop18h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

13:15-6:20

1 stop18h 05m

R14 789

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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 R13 227 to R16 494.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R14 518.

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 R13 944. 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 231.

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 R16 554 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 199 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

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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Best price found	R6 773
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 773. The best return flight deal from Manchester to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R14 486.

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 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 46% 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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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R8 857	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 211	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 040 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R9 623	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 223 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	PriceFrom R12 306	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 645 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 398	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 476 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 450	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 210 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R12 973	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 569 reviews	Search KLM flights

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