Cheap Flights Cape Town to London from £150

Flight FAQs

• Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Cape Town to London?

  Based on Trip.com data, Norse Atlantic Airways offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from £150 (for example, CPT–LGW on Sun, Oct 11). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, Lufthansa offers fares from £544, departing on Fri, Oct 23 and returning on Thu, Oct 29.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Cape Town to London?

  At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Cape Town to London with the following airlines, including: Norse Atlantic Airways British Airways Virgin Atlantic Flysafair Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is a flight from Cape Town to London?

  A flight from Cape Town (CPT) to London (LON) takes an average of 11 hours 42 minutes.

• When is the best time to book flights from Cape Town to London?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Cape Town to London is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there from Cape Town to London each week?

  On average, 11 direct flights operate each week between Cape Town and London. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
  British Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – BA058 (departure at 19:04)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Cape Town to London?

  Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from Cape Town to London on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Sun, Oct 11, with one-way fares from just £150.
  · Compare airlines. Norse Atlantic Airways currently offers the lowest fares on this route.
  · Set up a price alert to track fare changes without searching every day.
  · Check Trip.com regularly for flight deals and available promo codes.
  · Avoid peak season or book early. January is generally the busiest month for travel to London.
  · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.

• When is the best time to book a flight from Cape Town to London to get the best price?

  The cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to London is usually October, when demand is lower.

• Which upcoming date is the cheapest for flights from Cape Town to London?

  After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town to London on October 20, 2026 with Norse Atlantic Airways, with prices starting at £149.

• Which airports should you choose for flights from Cape Town to London?

  Flights to London can arrive at: London City Airport (LCY), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Luton Airport (LTN), London Southend Airport (SEN) and London Stansted Airport (STN). The most common route connects Cape Town International Airport and London Gatwick Airport (CPT–LGW).

• What is the time difference between Cape Town and London?

  The time difference between London and Cape Town is 2h.

• How can I change or cancel my flight ticket from Cape Town to London?

  Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average price of a one-way flight from Cape Town to London?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Cape Town to London is £443. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average price of a return flight from Cape Town to London?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average return fare from Cape Town to London is £906. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• How do I book flights from Cape Town to London on Trip.com?

  Enter Cape Town and London, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Cape Town to London route?

  Norse Atlantic Airways and Flysafairare the most popular budget airlines flying from Cape Town to London. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.