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Cheap Flights from London to Cape Town (LON-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from London to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from London to Cape Town

American Airlines Logo
LHR-CPT
11h 35mdirect
American Airlines Logo
CPT-LHR
12h 10mdirect
American Airlines
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Norse Atlantic UK Logo
LGW-CPT
11h 30mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
CPT-LGW
11h 45mdirect
Norse Atlantic UK
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Finnair Logo
LHR-CPT
11h 50mdirect
Finnair Logo
CPT-LHR
12h 10mdirect
Finnair
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Delta Logo
LHR-CPT
11h 35mdirect
Delta Logo
CPT-LHR
11h 50mdirect
China Eastern Logo
LHR-CPT
11h 35mdirect
China Eastern Logo
CPT-LHR
11h 50mdirect
China Eastern
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Iberia Logo
LHR-CPT
11h 35mdirect
Iberia Logo
CPT-LHR
12h 10mdirect
Iberia
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Virgin Atlantic Logo
LHR-CPT
11h 35mdirect
Virgin Atlantic Logo
CPT-LHR
11h 50mdirect
Virgin Atlantic
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British Airways Logo
LHR-CPT
11h 35mdirect
British Airways Logo
CPT-LHR
12h 10mdirect
British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for London to Cape Town flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest London to Cape Town flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from London to Cape Town.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from London to Cape Town cost ₹ 178,370 and was between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Cape Town (CPT). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is ₹ 178,370.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Cape Town?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from London to Cape Town is March, where tickets cost ₹ 73,529 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 129,834 and ₹ 117,331 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London to Cape Town?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at ₹ 127,611 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Cape Town?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Cape Town, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonJune
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (45% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from London to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from London to Cape Town

  • What public transport is available from Cape Town International airport to the city centre?

    There are bus services that link the airport in Cape Town to the city centre. The bus stops are located outside the main terminal, accessible from both arrivals and departures halls. MyCiti bus runs every 20 minutes from 5:30am to 9:30pm, the journey is around 30 minutes and costs between R87.80 (about 5 GBP) and R96.50 (about 5.5 GBP), depending on the season.

  • Which taxi company should I use from Cape Town International Airport to the city centre?

    Touch Down Taxis is the official taxi company at the airport, however several other companies operate there as well. The taxi rank is located on ground level outside the Arrivals hall, however it is advised to pre-book a taxi. The taxi fare to the Cape Town city centre should cost between R260 (about 15 GBP) and R320 (about 19 GBP), depending on the cab company.

  • Which airport hotels are available at Cape Town International Airport?

    There are two hotels available in the airport vicinity. Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport is located within a few steps of the airport. It has 90 rooms, offers free parking, breakfast and Wi-Fi. Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport is located 2 mins from the airport and offers a free shuttle service from 4am to midnight.

  • Where can I have a shower at Cape Town International Airport?

    If you need to freshen up after your flight, you will find showers available in Bidvest lounges for a fee. It is best to check if they are available on a particular day before paying to enter the lounge. Alternatively, you can purchase a package deal at Hotel Verde Cape Town, which includes access to the showers, swimming pool and gym.

  • Are there hotels at London airports (LON)?

    Before you get your flight from London Airports (LON), you can spend the night at a hotel so you’re not rushing the day of your flight. If you are flying direct from Heathrow then you will likely depart from Terminal 3 or 5. At Terminal 3 you can stay at the Aerotel, whilst at Terminal 5 there is the Sofitel. At Gatwick (LGW) you can also stay at Sofitel, which is located in the North Terminal.

  • Can I exchange my currency at Cape Town International (CPT)?

    When you get to CPT Airport you can exchange your British Pound to South African Rand, so that you’re all ready for your trip. Once you’ve landed you should walk through the international arrivals hall and you will see a Currency Bureau de Change on your left near the ATMs.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from London to Cape Town?

    Only Lufthansa offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the London to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Cape Town?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Cape Town?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between London and Cape Town.

  • On which days can I fly direct from London to Cape Town?

    There are direct flights from London to Cape Town on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Cape Town

  • There are direct flights from London to Cape Town with British Airways and Thomas Cook Airlines, while South African Airlines fly direct to Johannesburg then sends you on an internal flight to Cape Town. If you like to travel in a spacious seat, you should consider Emirates, Turkish Airlines or Ethiopian Airlines. While their flights include a stop-over, their average leg room space is very comfortable.
  • If you are travelling with children, you will find children’s play areas available at Cape Town International Airport, as well as facilities to change diapers in all women’s restrooms. Similar facilities are also available at all of the six London airports, and you can even warm baby bottles at London Southend Airport at the Lakers Bar in departures.
  • British Airways, Emirates and South African Airways all have dedicated airline lounges at Cape Town International Airport, though they are only accessible by their VIP customers. If you are travelling economy, you can access the Bidvest Premier Lounge with a fee. If you are a smoker, you can access the Smokers’ Lounge at the international terminal.
  • If you wish to park your car and fly before your flight from London to Cape Town, you will find that all of the London airports offer short term and long term car park options, with daily rates as low as 12 GBP per day at London City Airport if you book online ahead of time. Heathrow Airport offers a valet parking service for those with a busy schedule who just want to drop off their car and pick it up on their return.
  • Disabled parking spots are available at all car park levels at Cape Town International Airport. In addition, the airport is equipped with lifts and ramps, wheelchairs are available for hire, and restrooms are easily accessible by travellers with wheelchairs. If you need assistance embarking and disembarking, please inform your airline at least 48 hours before departure time.
  • When you find cheap flights from London to Cape Town, you will see that the direct flights tend to leave at quite a popular time in the evening, so the airport is likely to be busy. If you want to ensure that you are not held up in the queues then you should opt for the fast track service, which costs about £12.50 per passenger at Heathrow Airport (LHR).
  • You are able to get to London Airports (LON) quickly before your flight. If you’re getting a direct flight from Heathrow then there are several choices. A bus with National Express takes about 35 minutes, whilst the Heathrow Express from London Paddington train station takes around 15 minutes. If you want to get the Underground from an area in central London like Covent Garden, it will take about 45 minutes on the Piccadilly Line.
  • Upon arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT), you will be able to get to nearby locations quickly. For example, you can drive to Stellenbosch in about 40 minutes, Paarl in around 45 minutes and Worcester in approximately 1h 20min.

Prefer to fly direct from London to Cape Town Intl?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop from London to Cape Town Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from London to Cape Town Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London to Cape Town Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

British Airways

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Wednesday

British Airways

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Thursday

British Airways

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Friday

British Airways

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Saturday

British Airways

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Sunday

British Airways

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Direct returns

Cape Town Intl to London

Monday

British Airways

British Airways

Tuesday

British Airways

British Airways

Wednesday

British Airways

British Airways

Thursday

British Airways

British Airways

Friday

British Airways

British Airways

Saturday

British Airways

British Airways

Sunday

British Airways

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