To Cape Town

Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

Browse current best options from Birmingham. Become a member to unlock all deals and get alerts when new deals appear.

Deals from

Birmingham

RatePunk searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Cape Town

Prices updated 24 days ago

486,190 searches this week

171 airlines compared

80%+ AI score for best value

Fares are subject to change and may not be available for all dates. (Data last updated May 29, 2026.)

Today’s best flight deals from Birmingham to Cape Town

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Birmingham to Cape Town

Round trip

Sort by: Cheapest

September 4 - September 14

Cheapest

BHX - Cape Town

$1,114

$716

Round trip

September 9 - September 21

BHX - Cape Town

$1,117

$720

Round trip

September 9 - September 14

BHX - Cape Town

$1,171

$722

Round trip

September 4 - September 19

BHX - Cape Town

$1,108

$733

Round trip

September 3 - September 17

Earliest

BHX - Cape Town

$1,106

$733

Round trip

September 15 - September 26

BHX - Cape Town

$1,128

$737

Round trip

September 14 - September 28

BHX - Cape Town

$1,127

$743

Round trip

September 3 - September 21

Earliest

BHX - Cape Town

$1,104

$756

Round trip

September 10 - September 17

BHX - Cape Town

$1,146

$763

Round trip

September 10 - September 24

Best

BHX - Cape Town

$1,120

$765

Round trip

Unlock all 500+ flight deals to Cape Town and get alerts when great deals appear

Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

A typical journey from Birmingham to Cape Town takes about 26h 50m, including connections. Given the significant distance between these two cities, most itineraries involve multiple stops. This journey time reflects the overall travel experience, accounting for layovers and transfers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Birmingham to Cape Town, prices are typically $759–$1031, with a median of $851. Right now, fares are near the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities to find better fares if you monitor prices regularly.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town? The most affordable month to fly is typically December, with a median fare of $746. Following closely, January also offers competitive prices, with a median of $757. April is another good option, showing a median fare of $766.

There are no direct flights from Birmingham to Cape Town, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. This means that most itineraries connect at least once, with the typical number of stopovers being 2. Travelers should plan for connecting flights to reach Cape Town from Birmingham.

The distance between Birmingham and Cape Town is approximately 9810 km, classifying this as a long-haul journey. Such a significant distance inherently means longer travel times and typically involves connecting flights rather than direct routes.

How much is a round trip from Birmingham to Cape Town

Regular price: $989 - $1,719

Prices for flights from Birmingham to Cape Town are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 989 USD and 1719 USD. The current lowest deal is 716 USD with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 4-Sep 14.

now $716

Low $989

High $1,719

The cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town

The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town is December, with a median price of $746. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1861. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $746

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,861

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

Ryanair

Lufthansa

Aer Lingus

Swiss International Air Lines

Last-minute flights going from Birmingham to Cape Town

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Cape Town

Birmingham (BHX) - Cape Town (CPT)

Lufthansa

$1,109

$946

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Cape Town

Birmingham (BHX) - Cape Town (CPT)

Lufthansa

$1,112

$877

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Cape Town

Birmingham (BHX) - Cape Town (CPT)

Lufthansa

$1,126

$868

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Cape Town

Birmingham (BHX) - Cape Town (CPT)

Lufthansa

$1,165

$876

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Cape Town

Birmingham (BHX) - Cape Town (CPT)

KLM

$1,299

$1,044

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Cape Town

Birmingham (BHX) - Cape Town (CPT)

Lufthansa

$1,315

$1,045

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

14 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 16

$1,399 → $812

42%

14 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 15

$1,396 → $858

39%

15 nights

Aug 31 - Sep 15

$1,328 → $818

38%

10 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 12

$1,384 → $921

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town

Birmingham - Cape Town route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Birmingham to Cape Town are near the typical level of $851.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $746.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 26h 50m on average

Flights from Birmingham to Cape Town typically involve 2 stopovers, lasting 26h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent for this route

This route sees frequent deals, with an average of 0.53 deals per day historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair is a prominent airline on this route

Ryanair has historically offered 33 deals, making it a prominent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available on 2% of recent deals

Historically, 2% of recent deals from Birmingham to Cape Town were considered good prices.

Birmingham main airports to depart from

Birmingham (BHX)

Cheapest

Fly from Birmingham Airport to Cape Town for a convenient and potentially more affordable journey.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$716

Cape Town main airports to arrive at

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is the primary arrival airport for flights from Birmingham to Cape Town.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$716

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International (CPT) is the primary and most logical airport for flights to Cape Town.

📍 ~17 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$716

George (GRJ)

George (GRJ) can be a regional alternative, though it involves significant travel time to Cape Town.

📍 ~365 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$989

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) serves as a distant secondary option, impractical for most Cape Town travelers.

📍 ~660 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1014

Upington (UTN)

Upington (UTN) is an extremely remote alternative with limited practical utility for Cape Town.

📍 ~900 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1176

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cape Town

78% AI deal score

$4,738

From BHX

Elite

Aug 21

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,520

$2,424

Save $96

From BHX

Elite

Aug 22

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,520

$2,426

Save $94

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,521

$2,426

Save $95

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,526

$2,426

Save $100

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,525

$2,426

Save $99

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,518

$2,426

Save $92

From BHX

Elite

Aug 22

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,520

$2,426

Save $94

From BHX

Elite

Aug 22

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,520

$2,426

Save $94

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,525

$2,426

Save $99

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,521

$2,433

Save $88

From BHX

Elite

Aug 22

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,519

$2,433

Save $86

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,518

$2,433

Save $85

From BHX

Elite

Dec 03

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,479

$2,435

Save $44

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,531

$2,448

Save $83

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,521

$2,452

Save $69

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$2,526

$2,453

Save $73

From BHX

Elite

Nov 01

Cape Town, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$4,302

$4,190

Save $112

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$4,577

$4,501

Save $76

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$2,526

$2,469

Save $57

From BHX

Elite

Sep 16

Cape Town, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$2,532

$2,506

Save $26

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$2,521

$2,513

Save $8

From BHX

Elite

Sep 09

Cape Town, South Africa

77% AI deal score

Cape Town, South Africa

68% AI deal score

$40,813

From BHX

Elite

Jul 04

Cape Town, South Africa

68% AI deal score

$40,813

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites. Setting up price alerts can also help you monitor fare changes and book when prices are lower. Looking into flights with layovers may also present cheaper options.

Booking flights in advance often provides better prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you identify a good deal. Mid-week bookings can sometimes offer more competitive rates than weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may require additional travel to and from these airports, the savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when considering this option.

Related routes

Consider alternative routes from Birmingham

Flights from Birmingham to Aberdeen Flights from Birmingham to Abu Dhabi Flights from Birmingham to Accra Flights from Birmingham to Alicante Flights from Birmingham to Amritsar Flights from Birmingham to Amsterdam Flights from Birmingham to Antalya Flights from Birmingham to Asmara Flights from Birmingham to Athens Flights from Birmingham to Baghdad Flights from Birmingham to Bangkok Flights from Birmingham to Barcelona