Cheap Flights from London (LHR) to Cape Town (CPT)

Airlines that fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)

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Cheap Flights from London to Cape Town (LHR-CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at AU$950 for one-way flights and AU$1,261 for return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Virgin Atlantic
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Virgin Atlantic
Fri, 31 Jan
Virgin Atlantic
Cape Town — London
CPT - LHR with Virgin Atlantic
Thu, 6 Feb
Found 6 days ago
From AU$1,261
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on January 31 with Virgin Atlantic, and returning from Cape Town to London on February 6 with Virgin Atlantic. Price from AU$1,261, Found 6 days ago.
Virgin Atlantic
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Virgin Atlantic
Wed, 5 Feb
KLM
Cape Town — London
CPT - LHR with KLM
Sun, 9 Feb
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,270
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on February 5 with Virgin Atlantic, and returning from Cape Town to London on February 9 with KLM. Price from AU$1,270, Found 5 days ago.
Virgin Atlantic
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Virgin Atlantic
Thu, 16 Jan
Virgin Atlantic
Cape Town — London
CPT - LHR with Virgin Atlantic
Thu, 23 Jan
Found 6 days ago
From AU$1,281
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on January 16 with Virgin Atlantic, and returning from Cape Town to London on January 23 with Virgin Atlantic. Price from AU$1,281, Found 6 days ago.
Virgin Atlantic
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Virgin Atlantic
Wed, 22 Jan
Virgin Atlantic
Cape Town — London
CPT - LHR with Virgin Atlantic
Sun, 26 Jan
Found 2 days ago
From AU$1,288
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on January 22 with Virgin Atlantic, and returning from Cape Town to London on January 26 with Virgin Atlantic. Price from AU$1,288, Found 2 days ago.
Lufthansa
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Lufthansa
Mon, 3 Mar
Lufthansa
Cape Town — London
CPT - LHR with Lufthansa
Mon, 17 Mar
Found 1 day ago
From AU$1,294
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on March 3 with Lufthansa, and returning from Cape Town to London on March 17 with Lufthansa. Price from AU$1,294, Found 1 day ago.
Virgin Atlantic
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Virgin Atlantic
Wed, 5 Feb
Air France
Cape Town — London
CPT - LHR with Air France
Sun, 9 Feb
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,305
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on February 5 with Virgin Atlantic, and returning from Cape Town to London on February 9 with Air France. Price from AU$1,305, Found 5 days ago.
Lufthansa
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Lufthansa
Mon, 3 Mar
Lufthansa
Cape Town — London
CPT - LHR with Lufthansa
Mon, 17 Mar
Found 1 day ago
From AU$1,306
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on March 3 with Lufthansa, and returning from Cape Town to London on March 17 with Lufthansa. Price from AU$1,306, Found 1 day ago.
Kenya Airways
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Kenya Airways
Fri, 28 Feb
Kenya Airways
Cape Town — London
CPT - LHR with Kenya Airways
Sat, 15 Mar
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,313
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on February 28 with Kenya Airways, and returning from Cape Town to London on March 15 with Kenya Airways. Price from AU$1,313, Found 5 days ago.
KLM
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with KLM
Wed, 5 Feb
KLM
Cape Town — London
CPT - LHR with KLM
Sun, 9 Feb
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,320
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on February 5 with KLM, and returning from Cape Town to London on February 9 with KLM. Price from AU$1,320, Found 5 days ago.
Air France
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Air France
Wed, 5 Feb
KLM
Cape Town — London
CPT - LHR with KLM
Sun, 9 Feb
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,338
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on February 5 with Air France, and returning from Cape Town to London on February 9 with KLM. Price from AU$1,338, Found 5 days ago.
Kenya Airways
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Kenya Airways
Wed, 2 Apr
Found 2 days ago
From AU$950
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on with Kenya Airways. Price from AU$950, Found 2 days ago.
Kenya Airways
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Kenya Airways
Wed, 22 Jan
Found 2 days ago
From AU$952
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on with Kenya Airways. Price from AU$952, Found 2 days ago.
Kenya Airways
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Kenya Airways
Mon, 20 Jan
Just found
From AU$953
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on with Kenya Airways. Price from AU$953, Just found.
Kenya Airways
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Kenya Airways
Fri, 2 May
Found 2 days ago
From AU$956
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on with Kenya Airways. Price from AU$956, Found 2 days ago.
Kenya Airways
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Kenya Airways
Fri, 19 Sep
Found 15 hours ago
From AU$957
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on with Kenya Airways. Price from AU$957, Found 15 hours ago.
Kenya Airways
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Kenya Airways
Wed, 23 Apr
Found 5 days ago
From AU$982
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on with Kenya Airways. Price from AU$982, Found 5 days ago.
Ethiopian Airlines
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Ethiopian Airlines
Wed, 23 Apr
Found 5 days ago
From AU$1,012
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on with Ethiopian Airlines. Price from AU$1,012, Found 5 days ago.
Turkish Airlines
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Turkish Airlines
Tue, 24 Jun
Found 2 days ago
From AU$1,101
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on with Turkish Airlines. Price from AU$1,101, Found 2 days ago.
Swiss International Air Lines
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, 12 Mar
Found 2 days ago
From AU$1,167
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on with Swiss International Air Lines. Price from AU$1,167, Found 2 days ago.
Lufthansa
London — Cape Town
LHR - CPT with Lufthansa
Wed, 26 Mar
Found 2 days ago
From AU$1,172
Select flight from London to Cape Town, departing on with Lufthansa. Price from AU$1,172, Found 2 days ago.
Flight from London to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
Heathrow
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, British Airways, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic
Return price
AU$1,260
Distance
9624 km
Average flight time
13 hours 38 mins

Your quick guide to flights from London to Cape Town

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Find cheap flights from London to Cape Town

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$1,261 to AU$1,319, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from London to Cape Town around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Cape Town is normally in January.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to CPT?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey between Heathrow Airport and CPT was AU$1,261. Fares this good don’t stick around for long, so make sure you book yours today. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
This can vary from airline to airline, as each one has its own set of terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where you’ll find easy instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from LHR to Cape Town Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for LHR to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from LHR to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
With around 9 700 kilometres separating London Heathrow and CPT, your flight will be a long one. Pack wisely and make your time on board comfortable. Little things like warm clothing and a quality travel pillow should be in your hand luggage.
Which airlines fly direct from Heathrow Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
A popular airline that flies from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cape Town Intl. Airport is British Airways (BA). It offers 30 flights monthly. Offering 13 flights every month on this route, Virgin Atlantic (VS) is another traveller favourite.
Are Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices are constantly going up and down, so not always. While last-minute flight deals between London Heathrow and Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) are possible, it also makes sense to keep a close eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some air carriers publicize their prices up to 12 months ahead of the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the best bargains around, so keep checking and be ready to secure your seat when fare prices drop.
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