How often are flights from the United Kingdom to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between United Kingdom and Cape Town have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 121 minutes.

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

Ethiopian Air, British Airways and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from United Kingdom according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from United Kingdom to Cape Town on average per day?

4 flights are operational daily from United Kingdom to Cape Town as of September 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

Norse Atlantic UK, SWISS, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl

How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

The average flight duration from United Kingdom to Cape Town depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from London to Cape Town is 11h 17m on average, while flying from Manchester to Cape Town is 13h 55m on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

How many flights depart from United Kingdom to Cape Town on average per week?

As of September 2026, there are 28 flights per week flying from United Kingdom to Cape Town. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Kingdom to Cape Town flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United Kingdom to Cape Town flights?

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Prices for flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.

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

There are 12 operators available for flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl Airport as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R6 471 Cheap Flights from the United Kingdom to Cape Town in 2026

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0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

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Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 23

14:55 - 7:35LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

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23:00 - 8:45CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

R10 785Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 22

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R10 801Norse Atlantic UK

Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 23

20:35 - 12:40LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 05m3 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

R10 833Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21

16:10 - 10:45LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

18:35 - 9:35CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

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R10 913Condor

Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Jan 27

16:10 - 10:45LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

18:35 - 9:35CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

17h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R10 913Condor

Mon, Jan 25 - Wed, Jan 27

13:50 - 7:40LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

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9:30 - 22:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

15h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R10 977Lufthansa

Mon, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 4

13:50 - 7:40LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

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9:30 - 22:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

15h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R10 993Lufthansa

Sun, Mar 7 - Wed, Mar 17

17:20 - 12:05STN London Stansted-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 45m1 stop Istanbul

0:55 - 16:20CPT Cape Town Intl-STN London Stansted

17h 25m1 stop Istanbul

R11 089Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 7

17:20 - 12:05STN London Stansted-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 45m1 stop Istanbul

17:20 - 9:55CPT Cape Town Intl-STN London Stansted

18h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R11 089Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Feb 11

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21:30 - 12:40LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 10m3 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

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R10 897Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Oct 1

21:30 - 12:40LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 10m3 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

11h 45mdirect

R10 897Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 30

10:00 - 22:10LGW London Gatwick-CPT Cape Town Intl

11h 10mdirect

0:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LGW London Gatwick

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R11 280Norse Atlantic UK

Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 27

7:30 - 9:30LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

17:55 - 7:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

14h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R14 684Lufthansa

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16

8:30 - 9:30LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

18:00 - 8:40CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

15h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R14 684Lufthansa

Tue, Sep 8 - Fri, Sep 11

21:00 - 13:30LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 9:05CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

18h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R14 891Ethiopian Air

Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 30

21:00 - 13:30LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 7:00CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

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R15 035Ethiopian Air

Sun, Sep 13 - Thu, Oct 1

15:05 - 10:15LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:55 - 4:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

12h 00mdirect

R15 147British Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Dec 8

15:05 - 10:15LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:55 - 4:55CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

12h 00mdirect

R15 163British Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Dec 8

17:15 - 20:55LHR London Heathrow-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 40m1 stop Zurich

19:25 - 17:50CPT Cape Town Intl-LHR London Heathrow

23h 25m1 stop Zurich

R15 531SWISS

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17

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Norse Atlantic UK flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town

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Norse Atlantic UK

Oct 4

LGW10:00London Gatwick

11h 10m

CPT22:10Cape Town Intl

Oct 23

CPT0:10Cape Town Intl

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R10 785

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CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

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R10 833

Lufthansa flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town

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Mar 1

LHR13:50London Heathrow

15h 50m

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CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Mar 4

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

15h 25m

1 stop

LHR22:55London Heathrow

R10 977

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Mar 4

LHR13:50London Heathrow

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Mar 11

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15h 25m

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LHR22:55London Heathrow

R11 089

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Mar 1

LHR13:50London Heathrow

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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 United Kingdom, with most prices found around R13 134. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of May, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R13 613.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as R15 746. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Thursday is R26 015.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from United Kingdom to Cape Town in the morning for as low as R14 662. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R20 993 per ticket.

What is the cheapest United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from the United Kingdom to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R18 395 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 United Kingdom for as low as R16 969 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on United Kingdom to Cape Town flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on United Kingdom to Cape Town flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a United Kingdom to Cape Town flight.

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Best price found	R6 471
Fastest flight time	11h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from United Kingdom in the past 72 hours is R6 471. The best return flight deal from United Kingdom to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 785.

The fastest flight from United Kingdom to Cape Town takes 11h 05m

Direct flights go from United Kingdom to Cape Town every day.

There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From United Kingdom there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from the United Kingdom to Cape Town

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl Airport?
There are 12 operators available for flights from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl Airport as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from United Kingdom to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from United Kingdom to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between United Kingdom and Cape Town, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 41,15% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787 Dreamliner with 25,02%, Boeing 777-300ER with 14,37%, and Boeing 777 with 13,31%.

Best airlines flying from United Kingdom to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R8 601	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 734 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 235	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 040 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R9 648	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 217 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Norse Atlantic UK	PriceFrom R10 487	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 56 reviews	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
Condor	PriceFrom R11 129	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 577 reviews	Search Condor flights
A.P.G.	PriceFrom R11 795	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0	Search A.P.G. flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 848	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 475 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R12 071	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 2 063 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Air France	PriceFrom R12 288	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 649 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 482	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 211 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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