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The lowest prices found within the past 7 days from London to Cape Town were £442 for one-way flights and £513 for return flights, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Cheap Flights from London to Cape Town & Flight Information
Origin airport IATA code
LHR
Destination airport IATA code
CPT
Number of flight options
1
Return price
£513
Average flight time
10 hours 40 mins

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Cape Town CPT Flight Information

Traveling From
London
Origin Airport IATA Code
LON
Traveling To
Cape Town
Destination Airport IATA Code
CPT
Number of Airlines Serving
5
Available Airlines
Swiss International Air Lines, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, KLM
Distance
9680 km
Direct Flight Time
13 40
Flight Price
£513

Frequently asked questions

Is it possible to fly from London to Cape Town right now?
Stay informed about present health advisories and flying restrictions by checking the Covid-19 Travel Advisor. This page is constantly updated with the latest requirements for your flights from London to Cape Town.
Is there a direct flight between London and Cape Town?
Hankering to take a break from work for a while? Or maybe take off on a romantic rendezvous? Whatever your reason for jetsetting to Cape Town, British Airways can get you there with direct flights from LHR to CPT.
How long is a direct flight from London to Cape Town?
Your next grand adventure is right on the other end of a flight of 11 hours and 30 minutes. That’s roughly how long it takes to cover the travel distance of 6,000 miles from London to Cape Town.
Can I cancel my flight booking to Cape Town due to COVID-19?
As an ebookers customer, you may be eligible for a no-change-fee cancellation for your Cape Town booking and a credit that you can use for another flight. Your account is the place to go to see if your reservation has this flexibility. If you have any more questions, our Customer Service Portal is here to help.
What are the best airports for London to Cape Town flights?
You might be curious to find out that there are lots of different ways to get by plane from London to Cape Town. Below is a list of the most popular flight routes:

  • Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 41 flights per week
  • LCY to Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 10 flights per week
  • London Gatwick to CPT - 3 flights per week

What are some of the most popular airlines flying from London to Cape Town?
After terrific amenities? Or wonderful service? While you’ll find multiple airlines providing flights from London to Cape Town, booking one of these reliable carriers will ensure you begin your much-needed break on the right foot.

  • Lufthansa with 43 flights every month.
  • KLM with 34 flights every month.
  • Qatar Airways with 30 flights every month.
  • Emirates with 30 flights every month.
  • British Airways with 30 flights every month.
  • Turkish Airlines with 26 flights every month.

How many flights are there from London to Cape Town?
There are around 6 flights which operate daily from London to Cape Town. You might like to remember this the next time you’re dreaming about a holiday.
Is it possible to fly on an airline that employs social distancing and other COVID-19 measures?
Getting to your destination comfortably and confidently is as important as having a great holiday once you get there. Take the stress out of flying by choosing British Airways, Comair or Qatar Airways. They all employ social distancing rules and have COVID-19 measures in place, which may be capped capacity flights and keeping the middle seat empty.
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
This is one is easy to remember: Ticket Thursdays. We found that tickets booked on a Thursday resulted in the best deal on average in 2021. However, Friday can be the worst day to purchase plane tickets, as it was the day with the highest average ticket price based on flight demand on ebookers in 2021.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
When analysing flight demand on ebookers in 2021, Friday turned out to be the cheapest day to fly, with Tuesday as a close second. That’s definitely something to consider when booking your next trip! Thinking of traveling mid-week? It turns out that Wednesdays generally had the most expensive airline tickets, so keep this in mind when planning for your next trip.*According to flight demand on ebookers.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.

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Cheap flights from London to Cape Town 

Our advanced search tools and comprehensive filters help you find a flight that fits your budget. To search for cheap flights, just enter your travel dates and sort your results by price. With all available tickets listed lowest price first, it’s easy to select the one that’s easiest on your wallet.  

To find the cheapest flights from London to Cape Town, you can also travel outside peak season. The more flexible you can be on travel dates, the easier it is to find those cheap flight tickets. We know, for example, that the cheapest time to travel between London to Cape Town is September. In the current list of deals available, prices start at £513 and can rise to £704 for return flights.  

Find the best flight from London to Cape Town  

Every day between London and Cape Town, 5 flights from 5 airlines jet back and forth. And with ebookers, you can book tickets for any one of those flights. If you book a direct flight with American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Finnair, Iberia, British Airways, you’ll arrive safely in your destination in around 13hours. If you can think of a quicker way to cover the 9680 km between null and null, let us know! 

Flights from London to Cape Town — a great choice on great deals 

We only need a little information to give you a lot of choice. Just tell us when you’re planning your family holiday, long weekend, luxury getaway or quick business trip, and we’ll do the rest. And to keep your choice-making easy, we’ve given you plenty of ways to narrow down your search. Choose one-way, roundtrip or multi city flights, select your preferred airline, your time of arrival and departure and cabin class using the filters.  

Once you’ve told us what you want, we’ll show you what’s on offer. All you need to do is take your pick and start packing.  

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We want the experience of booking your flight from London to Cape Town to be as simple as possible. That’s why we designed our search and filter options to make your life easy. Whether you are travelling on business or for pleasure, ebookers has you covered. 

When you’re ready to book, our service is always fast and transparent. We know plans change, so we have a range of flexible booking options. Choose between refundable bookings and flights with no charges should you need to rearrange and travel stress-free. 

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Place to stay after flight from London to Cape Town

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

4 out of 5
Dockrail Road, Foreshore, Cape Town, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (266 reviews)
"Excellent hotel - nicely designed rooms, clean, and we can’t say enough good things about the staff. Only issue is it’s hard / annoying to walk to the V&A from the hotel - shuttle and Uber both worked well for us though."

Reviewed on 30 May 2023

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
Taj Cape Town

Taj Cape Town

5 out of 5
1 Wale Street, corner St Georges Mall, Cape Town, Western Cape
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Not the same as always.
"We’ve been staying at Taj Cape Town since it’s opened. We love the hotel. However. It’s not anymore what it was …. Small things are broken in bathroom. Turn down service in evenings not the same anymore. Breakfast staff that served us wasn’t friendly. It just wasn’t a treat as always. Even sound ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2023

Taj Cape Town
The Table Bay Hotel

The Table Bay Hotel

5 out of 5
Quay 6 Victoria & Alfred, Cape Town, Western Cape
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (618 reviews)
Best hotel staff bar none
"I had the most optimum stay at Table Bay Hotel. The staff were the most helpful, professional and also fun staff ever!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2023

The Table Bay Hotel

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Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

4 out of 5
15 Michigan Street, Airport Industria, Cape Town, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (970 reviews)
Great place to stay
"Stayed here for 1 night and would stay again! The breakfast was good, the bar is open late, and the free shuttle is very convenient. Super clean and updated and comfortable. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 31 May 2023

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
The Westin Cape Town

The Westin Cape Town

5 out of 5
Convention Square, Lower Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (781 reviews)
The WOW Westin
"It was amazing in every respect, service, food quality, amenities and the overall experience"

Reviewed on 15 May 2023

The Westin Cape Town
City Lodge Hotel Victoria And Alfred Waterfront

City Lodge Hotel Victoria And Alfred Waterfront

3 out of 5
Cnr Dock And Alfred Roads, Cape Town, Western Cape
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (577 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on 1 May 2023

City Lodge Hotel Victoria And Alfred Waterfront
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Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.