Cheap Flights London to Cape Town from £323

Flight FAQs

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

  Based on Trip.com data, Norse Atlantic Airways offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from £323 (for example, LGW–CPT on Thu, Oct 8). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, Norse Atlantic Airways offers fares from £472, departing on Sun, Oct 11 and returning on Fri, Oct 16.

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

  At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from London to Cape Town with the following airlines, including: Norse Atlantic Airways Virgin Atlantic British Airways Ethiopian Airlines Ryanair 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 London to Cape Town?

  A flight from London (LON) to Cape Town (CPT) takes an average of 11 hours 23 minutes.

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

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from London to Cape Town 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 London to Cape Town each week?

  On average, 6 direct flights operate each week between London and Cape Town. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
  British Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – BA059 (departure at 23:11)

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

  Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from London to Cape Town on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Thu, Oct 8, with one-way fares from just £323.
  · 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. July is generally the busiest month for travel to Cape Town.
  · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.

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

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

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

  After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from London to Cape Town on September 18, 2026 with Norse Atlantic Airways, with prices starting at £473.

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

  Flights to Cape Town can arrive at: Cape Town International Airport (CPT). The most common route connects Heathrow Airport and Cape Town International Airport (LHR–CPT).

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

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

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

  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 London to Cape Town?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from London to Cape Town is £703. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

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

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average return fare from London to Cape Town is £901. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

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

  Enter London and Cape Town, 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 London to Cape Town route?

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