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Cheap flights from London to Cape Town from $461

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from London to Cape Town departing on 9/7. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Easily compare round-trip flights from London to Cape Town

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from London to Cape Town by changing tabs
SWISS
Sep 7
LHR8:05 pmLondon Heathrow
24h 30m
1 stop
CPT9:35 pmCape Town Intl
Sep 30
CPT8:40 amCape Town Intl
14h 05m
1 stop
LHR9:45 pmLondon Heathrow
Lufthansa
Jun 17
LHR6:30 pmLondon Heathrow
14h 30m
1 stop
CPT10:00 amCape Town Intl
Jul 14
CPT5:45 pmCape Town Intl
22h 55m
1 stop
LHR3:40 pmLondon Heathrow
Multiple Airlines
Aug 26
LHR5:30 pmLondon Heathrow
15h 30m
1 stop
CPT10:00 amCape Town Intl
Sep 8
CPT11:05 pmCape Town Intl
18h 15m
1 stop
LHR4:20 pmLondon Heathrow
Kenya Airways
May 29
LHR6:25 pmLondon Heathrow
21h 15m
2 stops
CPT4:40 pmCape Town Intl
Jun 5
CPT2:30 pmCape Town Intl
26h 45m
2 stops
LHR4:15 pmLondon Heathrow
Ethiopian Air
May 7
LHR9:00 pmLondon Heathrow
15h 45m
1 stop
CPT1:45 pmCape Town Intl
May 22
CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl
19h 30m
1 stop
LHR9:05 amLondon Heathrow
Qatar Airways
May 7
LHR4:00 pmLondon Heathrow
17h 50m
1 stop
CPT10:50 amCape Town Intl
May 14
CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl
18h 25m
1 stop
LHR6:25 amLondon Heathrow

Find the cheapest one-way flights from London to Cape Town

If you're looking for one-way flights from London to Cape Town, view some of our deals below provided by British Airways, Lufthansa and Qatar Airways
Lufthansa
May 29
LHR7:30 amLondon Heathrow
25h 30m
1 stop
CPT10:00 amCape Town Intl
Qatar Airways
May 5
LHR9:00 amLondon Heathrow
24h 50m
1 stop
CPT10:50 amCape Town Intl
Multiple Airlines
May 29
LHR8:15 pmLondon Heathrow
37h 35m
2 stops
CPT10:50 amCape Town Intl

Search last-minute flights to Cape Town from London

Find and compare round-trip flight prices for your last-minute flight from London to Cape Town
Kenya Airways
May 5
LHR6:25 pmLondon Heathrow
21h 15m
2 stops
CPT4:40 pmCape Town Intl
May 22
CPT2:30 pmCape Town Intl
26h 45m
2 stops
LHR4:15 pmLondon Heathrow
SWISS
May 2
LHR8:40 amLondon Heathrow
29h 30m
2 stops
CPT3:10 pmCape Town Intl
May 27
CPT3:50 pmCape Town Intl
20h 35m
2 stops
LHR11:25 amLondon Heathrow
Ethiopian Air
May 5
LHR9:00 pmLondon Heathrow
15h 45m
1 stop
CPT1:45 pmCape Town Intl
May 22
CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl
19h 30m
1 stop
LHR9:05 amLondon Heathrow
Qatar Airways
May 5
LHR4:00 pmLondon Heathrow
17h 50m
1 stop
CPT10:50 amCape Town Intl
May 15
CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl
18h 25m
1 stop
LHR6:25 amLondon Heathrow
KLM
Apr 29
LHR7:15 pmLondon Heathrow
25h 10m
1 stop
CPT9:25 pmCape Town Intl
Jul 1
CPT11:00 pmCape Town Intl
19h 35m
1 stop
LHR5:35 pmLondon Heathrow
Lufthansa
May 2
LHR1:45 pmLondon Heathrow
19h 15m
2 stops
CPT10:00 amCape Town Intl
May 27
CPT5:45 pmCape Town Intl
14h 55m
1 stop
LHR7:40 amLondon Heathrow

Best airlines flying from London to Cape Town

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from London to Cape Town with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $642Free CancellationRating
7.2
377 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $643Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,696 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $699Free CancellationRating
6.8
6,903 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $758Free CancellationRating
7.4
793 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $776Free CancellationRating
7.0
7,740 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $784Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,623 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $817Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,056 reviews
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RwandAirPriceFrom $850Free CancellationRating
7.7
49 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom $1,013Free CancellationRating
7.7
746 reviews
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  • Virgin Atlantic Flights From London to Cape Town

    Across 6 Virgin Atlantic flights from London to Cape Town this week, the average price was $1,162, with the best Virgin Atlantic deals starting from $1,013 round-trip. 746 users have rated Virgin Atlantic on momondo, with an average score of 7.7/10.

  • British Airways Flights From London to Cape Town

    $699 is the best British Airways flight deal from London to Cape Town found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average British Airways ticket price found was closer to $1,088, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. British Airways (6.8/10 from 6,903 user reviews) flies into Cape Town from London 17 times in an average week so prices can vary.


SWISS flights from London to Cape Town

Our best SWISS deals on London to Cape Town flight tickets
SWISS
Sep 7
LHR8:05 pmLondon Heathrow
24h 30m
1 stop
CPT9:35 pmCape Town Intl
Sep 30
CPT8:40 amCape Town Intl
14h 05m
1 stop
LHR9:45 pmLondon Heathrow
SWISS
Sep 7
LHR8:05 pmLondon Heathrow
24h 30m
1 stop
CPT9:35 pmCape Town Intl
Sep 30
CPT8:40 amCape Town Intl
32h 55m
2 stops
LHR4:35 pmLondon Heathrow
SWISS
Sep 7
LHR5:15 pmLondon Heathrow
27h 20m
2 stops
CPT9:35 pmCape Town Intl
Sep 30
CPT8:40 amCape Town Intl
30h 00m
2 stops
LHR1:40 pmLondon Heathrow

Ethiopian Air flights from London to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on London to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
May 5
LHR9:00 pmLondon Heathrow
15h 45m
1 stop
CPT1:45 pmCape Town Intl
May 22
CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl
19h 30m
1 stop
LHR9:05 amLondon Heathrow
Ethiopian Air
May 7
LHR9:00 pmLondon Heathrow
15h 45m
1 stop
CPT1:45 pmCape Town Intl
May 22
CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl
19h 30m
1 stop
LHR9:05 amLondon Heathrow
Ethiopian Air
May 8
LHR9:00 pmLondon Heathrow
15h 00m
1 stop
CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl
May 22
CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl
19h 30m
1 stop
LHR9:05 amLondon Heathrow

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Cape Town

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

May. The cheapest time of year to fly to Cape Town from London is May. Most expensive is December

What is the cheapest day to depart London for Cape Town?

Monday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Monday. The most expensive is typically Sunday

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Cape Town?

In the morning. London to Cape Town flights are approximately 26% more expensive in the evening than in the morning

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

Kenya Airways. British Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from London to Cape Town

What is the cheapest London to Cape Town flight route?

London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl. Fly from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl for the best London - Cape Town flight prices

How far in advance should you book London to Cape Town flights?

13 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from London to Cape Town is approximately 13 days to departure

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

8 flights are operational weekly from London to Cape Town as of April 2024. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

The number of flights available between London and Cape Town is 58 per week as of April 2024. The most frequent departure day is Tuesday, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

You could potentially save up to 58% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Cape Town flight.

Cheap London to Cape Town (LON to CPT) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from London to Cape Town

Best Price Found

$465

Fastest flight time

11h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from London in the past 72 hours is $465. The best round-trip flight deal from London to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $461.
The fastest flight from London to Cape Town takes 11h 35m
Direct flights go from London to Cape Town every day.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

  • How far is London to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    There are 6004.9 mi between London and Cape Town Intl. Typically, this will take 13h 55m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from London to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Cape Town Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from London 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 layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from London to Cape Town?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from London to Cape Town for you.

Can I find flights from London to Cape Town with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from London to Cape Town with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from London to Cape Town?

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