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

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, 26 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
LHR
London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,070 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,070
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, 26 Nov from London to Cape Town, returning Wed, 3 Dec, priced at AU$1,070 found 4 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Sun, 16 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
LHR
London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,083 Return, found 15 hours ago
AU$1,083
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Sun, 16 Nov from London to Cape Town, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at AU$1,083 found 15 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, 26 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
LHR
London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,100 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,100
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, 26 Nov from London to Cape Town, returning Wed, 3 Dec, priced at AU$1,100 found 4 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Mon, 17 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
LHR
London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,108 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,108
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Mon, 17 Nov from London to Cape Town, returning Wed, 3 Dec, priced at AU$1,108 found 5 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Mon, 1 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
LHR
London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,116 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,116
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Mon, 1 Dec from London to Cape Town, returning Wed, 10 Dec, priced at AU$1,116 found 2 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, 29 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
LHR
London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,204 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$1,204
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, 29 Oct from London to Cape Town, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at AU$1,204 found 3 days ago
Lufthansa
Tue, 3 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
LHR
London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,257 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,257
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, 3 Feb from London to Cape Town, returning Tue, 17 Feb, priced at AU$1,257 found 2 days ago
KLM
Wed, 26 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
LHR
London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,297 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,297
Return
found 4 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, 26 Nov from London to Cape Town, returning Wed, 3 Dec, priced at AU$1,297 found 4 days ago
Air France
Wed, 29 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
LHR
London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,305 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$1,305
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Wed, 29 Oct from London to Cape Town, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at AU$1,305 found 3 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sat, 29 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec
LHR
London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,322 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$1,322
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, 29 Nov from London to Cape Town, returning Sat, 6 Dec, priced at AU$1,322 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from London (LHR) to Cape Town (CPT)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$974 - AU$1,666 per traveller.

Alternative airports near Cape Town

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Cape Town Intl. CPT. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 16 minutes. Flights from AU$1,380
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city centre16 min
Flights from AU$1,380

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$1,070. 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.

Travel 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$1,070
Distance
9624 km
Average flight time
12 hours 35 mins

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