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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Cape Town to London 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.

Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to London

Recommended return flight deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to London.
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19:50 - 8:05CPT-LHR
14h 15m1 stop
20:05 - 21:55LHR-CPT
23h 50m1 stop
R8 040SWISS
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Tue, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 25
19:50 - 17:50CPT-LGW
24h 00m1 stop
18:45 - 21:55LGW-CPT
25h 10m1 stop
R8 169SWISS
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Tue, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 25
14:35 - 6:20CPT-LGW
16h 45m1 stop
10:10 - 14:35LGW-CPT
27h 25m1 stop
R10 064Ethiopian Air
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Mon, May 26 - Mon, Jun 23
14:35 - 5:40CPT-LGW
17h 05m1 stop
10:00 - 14:30LGW-CPT
26h 30m1 stop
R10 175Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Mar 17 - Mon, Mar 24
6:05 - 22:55CPT-LHR
18h 50m2 stops
16:30 - 12:40LHR-CPT
19h 10m2 stops
R10 745Lufthansa
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Tue, Mar 18 - Tue, Jun 3
6:05 - 22:55CPT-LHR
18h 50m2 stops
16:30 - 12:40LHR-CPT
19h 10m2 stops
R10 782Lufthansa
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Tue, Mar 18 - Tue, Jun 3
20:55 - 7:00CPT-LHR
12h 05mdirect
22:25 - 11:00LHR-CPT
11h 35mdirect
R14 222British Airways
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Tue, Mar 18 - Tue, Jun 3
13:05 - 12:55CPT-STN
24h 50m1 stop
21:10 - 16:50STN-CPT
18h 40m1 stop
R14 425Emirates
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Fri, May 23 - Mon, Jun 9
9:20 - 4:45CPT-LHR
21h 25m1 stop
20:40 - 10:20LHR-CPT
11h 40mdirect
R14 664British Airways
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Tue, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 25
18:25 - 18:45CPT-STN
25h 20m1 stop
21:10 - 11:35STN-CPT
37h 25m1 stop
R14 866Emirates
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Thu, Jun 5 - Mon, Jun 9

Flights from Cape Town to London - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What is the cheapest Cape Town to London flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Cape Town to London.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Cape Town to London cost R10 816 and was between Cape Town (CPT) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is R10 816.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to London?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Cape Town to London clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to London on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Cape Town to London. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Thursdays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to London, 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 Cape Town to London is November, where tickets cost R10 984 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R16 154 and R15 768 respectively.

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

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.
No, with an average price for the route of R22 923, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to London, 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 Cape Town to London, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

June

Cheapest flight

R4 692
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
Flight from Cape Town to London Gatwick Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to London

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to London 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 Cape Town to London

  • Which hotels are a close distance away from London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?

    London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is surrounded by numerous hotels catering to various preferences. Among the well-regarded choices are the Hilton London Heathrow Airport Hotel and Holiday Inn London Heathrow. These hotels provide easy accessibility through frequent shuttle services, available from designated pick-up points outside each terminal, ensuring a seamless transfer experience for guests arriving at the airport.

  • Are there any airlines which have Wi-Fi on their planes from Cape Town to London?

    Yes, there are several airlines that offer Wi-Fi on their planes for flights from Cape Town to London. British Airways, Emirates, and Qatar Airways are among the airlines that provide Wi-Fi services on select flights between the two destinations. It's important to note that Wi-Fi availability may vary depending on the aircraft and specific flight.

  • Do flights from Cape Town to London offer any assistance services for passengers with mobility issues?

    British Airways and Emirates offer assistance services for passengers with mobility issues on flights from Cape Town to London. British Airways provides a range of services for passengers with mobility needs, including pre-boarding assistance, wheelchair assistance, and priority seating. Similarly, Emirates offers services for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance, priority boarding, and specially designed facilities on board their aircraft.

  • When flying from Cape Town to London, how can I minimise my carbon footprint?

    To minimise your carbon footprint when flying from Cape Town to London, you can consider a few actions. Firstly, choose a direct flight as it generally has a lower carbon footprint compared to connecting flights. Secondly, opt for airlines that have implemented environmental initiatives, such as British Airways' carbon offset program and Emirates' commitment to reduce emissions. Additionally, consider packing light to reduce the aircraft's overall weight and fuel consumption. 

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cape Town to London?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cape Town to London was R255 for a one-way ticket and R437 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Cape Town to London?

    When flying out of Cape Town you will be using Cape Town Intl. You will be landing at one of these airports: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, or London Stansted.

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

    KLM, Lufthansa, and South African offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Cape Town to London flight route.

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

    The Airbus A350-1000 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cape Town to London flight route.

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

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Cape Town and London, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Cape Town to London, Ethiopian Air or SWISS?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Cape Town to London are Ethiopian Air and SWISS. With an average price for the route of R13 256 and an overall rating of 7,2, Ethiopian Air is the most popular choice. SWISS is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R11 612 and an overall rating of 7,5.

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

    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 Cape Town to London.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London from Cape Town 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 Cape Town to London?

    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 London with an airline and back to Cape Town with another airline.

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

    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 London from Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for R4 649 or less one-way and R12 022 or less round-trip.
  • Flights from Cape Town to London often include stopovers in cities such as Johannesburg (JNB), Dubai (DXB), or Doha (DOH). Airlines like South African Airways and British Airways offer stopovers in Johannesburg, while Emirates and Qatar Airways offer flights with stopovers in Dubai and Doha, respectively. These stopover cities serve as major transit hubs, providing convenient connections for passengers travelling between Cape Town and London.
  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT) provides passengers flying to London with access to various business lounges. Some of the popular lounges include the Bidvest Premier Lounge, the Shongololo Lounge, and the SLOW Lounge. The lounges are located near the boarding gates in the International Departures area. These lounges provide a comfortable and relaxing environment for travellers allowing passengers to unwind and prepare for their journey to London.
  • When flying from Cape Town to London, you have the option to land at different airports in London, including London Heathrow and London Gatwick (LGW). Landing at London Heathrow (LHR) offers the benefit of being the busiest airport with extensive connectivity and a wide range of flight options. On the other hand, London Gatwick is known for its convenient location and excellent transport links to central London.
  • To travel from London Heathrow Airport to the city centre, you can take the Piccadilly line on the London Underground directly to various central locations. The journey typically takes around 45 minutes, and the Underground operates at regular intervals.
  • To travel from London Gatwick Airport to the city centre, you can take the Gatwick Express, a dedicated train service that runs between the airport and London Victoria Station. The journey takes approximately 30 minutes, offering a quick and convenient option for reaching the city centre.
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Prefer to fly direct from Cape Town Intl to London?

Find which airlines fly direct from Cape Town Intl Airport to London, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cape Town Intl to London

Monday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +2 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +3 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +2 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +3 more

Thursday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +2 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +3 more

Friday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +2 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +3 more

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Direct returns

London to Cape Town Intl

Monday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +2 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +3 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +2 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +3 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +2 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +3 more

Thursday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +2 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +3 more

Sunday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from Cape Town to London

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Cape Town to London. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Cape Town to London? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3231 reviews
8,0Comfort
8,3Crew
8,1Boarding
8,2Entertainment
7,8Food
Airline reviews

no problem with Emirates it was the underpricer subcontractor Who was ridiculous

8,0 ExcellentAnonymous, Feb 2025COK - DXB
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no problem with Emirates it was the underpricer subcontractor Who was ridiculous

Very uncomfortable aircraft. No free entertainment or drinks. Food okay. Won't fly with them again.

Good food, real silverware, polite staff, smooth landing, charging plugs, good entertainment options.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. The food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. Food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Ticket price is competitive, flight time is punctual, aircraft cabin is clean, food is average. Can improve on serving system of meals on a A380 airbus. I had only 15 min to eat my meal. There are lots of people to serve & took a while for food to make it down to my row.

More organised boarding process. It was a circus. Otherwise absolutely top class flight

Better entertainment; the lack of it made the very long flight even longer

No Vegetarian options onboard, made to wait for a long time for boarding

The experience of the flight. The food options have definitely gone down

The service was flawless. The trip went great. I flew from Venice, Italy to Tampa, Florida. The issue is my bag (that I checked for free when checking into the flight) was ripped along the side when I collected it from baggage claim in Tampa, last night. I thought of talking with the Tampa baggage claim employees about it and see what could be done, but my bag isn’t a very expensive bag and I didn’t want to make a big deal of it. I’m not sure if I’ll be checking a bag anymore in the future.

My luggage did not make the connection and 4 days later I still have not received it.

I took this flight to be able to fly with Swiss instead of Air Canada from Geneva.. The AC planes have a better outfit in Business class than Swiss, but the service aboard Swiss is really best, first-class, as is the food and beverages. Though using the same plane model (A330-300), the interior setup of the cabin starts to show its age, but IMO the planes are better serviced by Swiss than AC. I had in my recent trips with AC way too many technical problems that led to delays or even complete cancellation of my flight.. Their fleet is aging (average 20+ years) and the maintenance has taken a toll compared to years ago. Cutting costs in every corner has to be paid sometime by someone, and it's the travelers at the end that pays for it. Unfortunately for me, flying directly to Zurich puts a much longer after-fly trip on me than Geneva.. so I might go back to direct flight YUL-GVA, even if I don't like flying with AC.

Nothing special.. they could have provided something to eat without a charge

For the price of the ticket it's probably the best service in the world

Seats are too cramped, but that is a problem with every airline. I actually enjoyed the meal served.

better announcing at the gate prior to boarding and better organization of various gps

The plane was good - on time! But can the stewardesses smile or actually be nice - not to bark the commands

This time, I traveled in the economy, and it was surprisingly better than the eco-premium (food, comfort, and crew were noticeably worse in premium!)

Edelweiss is now Nickle&dimming, not even a complimentary wine on the intercontinental flight. Sitting space is the smallest I have ever seen.

No Asian Vegetarian food was available on this sector but only fish and chicken and pasta were offered.

It was very bad experience with Ethiopian airlines . The flight was delayed in both ways . On the way coming back one of the crews dropped hot coffee on my whole body and other crew dropped used dirty glasses on top of me . The same crew that dropped hot coffee on me hit me with the food trolley on my knee while I was sleeping . I couldn’t sit properly due to the pain on my knee caused by those irresponsible crews . Very unprofessional airlines

Flight was delayed an hour. Also, I bought an extra legroom seat online; but the actually plane was a different configuration so I didn't get what I paid for . This happened on the Addis to Lusaka leg of my trip.

My experience was great. The flight attendants were very helpful and nice, and the food was very good.

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

The flight delayef for over 2 hours so my route was changed leading to arriving to my destination without my luggage

The ailine departed and arrived late foe every leg of the trip, causing myself and my travel companions to miss every connecting flight. It was very unorganized given theat there was a lot of miscommunication. The flights offered are unrealistic and when you call they assure you that the plane waits for you. I missed an. entire day of my vacation and any entire day of rest back home because of the airline. I do not plan to support the airline again. Thank you

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

The use of a domestic carrier without entertainment was disappointing and a let down

Plane was late with no information or announcement … had to walk up n downstairs.., had not communicated this … and ppl had suitcase to carry .

Crew was not happy. Very uncomfortable seats. When person leans back in front of you the screen is too close to me. Food was awful.

For such long flight we were expecting more comfortable seat , which were to close to each other , the backrest we could only lean a few inches to the back and you really couldn't stretch your legs.

It was my first experience in business class. It was everything I expected and more. Service was impeccable, food was delicious and I felt rested once I arrived to London

Service was okay. Food was okay. I selected a window seat in the 36th row and someone took it upon themself to change it to an aisle seat in the very last row!!!

Not enough time between connecting flights. We had to run through the Frankfurt airport and nearly missed our flight to the US. Extremely tight seating in Economy. No room and I'm not a large person. Please prevent any seats from reclining so my kneecaps are not destroyed again. Entertainment system touch screen did not recognize inputs. Seemed to be a problem for many. Crew were very nice and the food was not bad.

Problems checking in. Charged for bag which was to be included. Repeated trials with in line check in process

Lufthansa give one a safe and seamless experience from check-in to baggage pickup

Flight was late and I missed my connecting flight to Dublin. This is not the same Lufthansa I remember, you guys don't care anymore. Hopefully my trips with Swiss Air will much better.

Delay before takeoff, ran out of protein options for the meal served, waited on the tarmac upon landing for and hour, waited in corridor for people mover for 45 minutes and still waited at baggage claim for over 30 minutes. This was after Lufthansa cancelled our flight to Frankfurt. Will definitely be my last option when booking overseas flights.

They separated me from my kids We were checked in to fly from Vienna to Frankfurt and Washington DC final destination but separated my wife and kids sent them to Barcelona instead then Washington DC They end up traveling for 26 hours Horrible experience Never Austrian Airlines/Lufthansa again!

Experience was good. Could have been better if we didn’t have to board an hour before the flight to ghana and miss relaxing time in the lounge. That process was very stressful

my flight was canceled and rescheduled for two days later

They oversold and down graded me from Premium economy to coach. 75-pound compensation is insufficient if you chose a particular class. I get dehydrated and severe Charley Horse cramps. I requested a bottle of water, even half even less… but no- “We are only allowed to give water by the glass. Nonsense. Lastly, their planes now have a fixed barrier between seats. So even if your entire row is empty, you are confined to just your space. Lastly, London now requires a transit visa for $30 for US citizens. Never travel through London again

I love British Airlines but I think it’s time for a change.My seat was occupied by very large passengers sitting next to me,I felt very uncomfortable and very bad.I’m sorry but I have to say it.

Boarding was chaos. They did not board by group number and it was a free for all. We had a young child with us and were expecting pre boarding. Crew announcements were also poor as the crew member was speaking far too quickly to be able to hear what they were saying.

We had to pay extra for seats and bags (even for an international flight). I paid for extra comfort seats, but it was under an overhead bin that the crew used for supplies. I paid extra hoping to get sleep. We were constantly woken up by the crew opening and closing the bins. Our seat shouldn't be considered extra comfort. We paid significantly more than the rest of the cabin for these seats

the boarding was a disaster, the departure was late, we missed the connection flight and we were told they don't care, after a few trips between support and personnel on the ground

Flight was great (only a short hop from London to Dublin). Wi-Fi available on board(around 2 euros), power sockets, complimentary water and biscuit. Landin/ takeoff all went without a flaw.

I was charged fees for check in bags at the airport by British Airways. It was supposed to be no charge but Kayak messed up my booking apparently and I had to pay for check in bags. I paid $175.

Good crew and on time but old plane and poor breakfast

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