Can I fly direct from Cape Town to London?

Direct flights from Cape Town to London are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 6.3% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Cape Town to London?

Historically, good prices on flights from Cape Town to London are observed with frequent regularity. This route is classified as one that often presents favorable deals for travelers. This assessment is based on pricing trends observed over a 30-day period, indicating consistent opportunities for competitive fares.

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Q: How long is the flight from Cape Town to London?

The direct flight from Cape Town to London typically takes about 11 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 9713 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging around 19 hours and 5 minutes. This difference reflects the additional time incurred by layovers and connecting flights.

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Cape Town to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to London

For those seeking cheap flights from Cape Town to London, fares typically range from $1031–$1717, with a median price of $1391. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, which can be an advantage for travelers. Approximately 18% of recent fares on this route have been classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers appear regularly. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to London? You'll find the most affordable fares during the months of February, with a median price of $287. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $540, followed by October at a median of $659. These months present the best opportunities for securing lower prices on this route.

Most itineraries for flights from Cape Town to London connect at least once. Only 6.3% of recent fares were for direct flights from Cape Town to London. For the majority of itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which is important to consider when planning your journey.

How long is the flight from Cape Town to London? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 11h 45m. While direct flights can complete the journey in 11h 45m, the median connecting journey time is significantly longer at 25h 5m, reflecting the prevalence of itineraries with multiple stopovers on this route.

The route from Cape Town to London covers a substantial distance of 9713 kilometers. This classifies it as a long-haul journey, meaning you should anticipate a significant amount of travel time when planning your trip.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to London

Regular price: $840 - $1,699

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

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to London is between $840 and $1699. The current lowest deal is $521 with Norse Atlantic UK, for travel from Sep 19-Sep 20.

now $521

Low $840

High $1,699

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to London

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to LON is February, with a median price of $313. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1526. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $313

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,526

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Direct flights from Cape Town to London

British Airways

Norse Atlantic UK

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to London

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - London

Cape Town (CPT) - London (LHR)

KLM

$1,250

$868

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - London

Cape Town (CPT) - London (LHR)

KLM

$1,121

$780

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - London

Cape Town (CPT) - London (LHR)

KLM

$1,093

$778

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - London

Cape Town (CPT) - London (LHR)

KLM

$1,126

$778

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - London

Cape Town (CPT) - London (LHR)

Lufthansa

$1,185

$789

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - London

Cape Town (CPT) - London (LHR)

KLM

$1,182

$844

One-way

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

22 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 31

$1,197 → $681

43%

6 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 8

$1,259 → $788

37%

1 night

Sep 19 - Sep 20

$981 → $521

47%

5 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 14

$1,308 → $851

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to London

Cape Town - London route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Cape Town to London are below the typical level, with 18% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $313.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 11h 45m

Direct flights to London typically take 11h 45m; connecting flights average 25h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available with 2 airlines

Direct flights are available with British Airways and Norse Atlantic UK, but connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Norse Atlantic UK offers a recent deal for $521

Norse Atlantic UK had a recent deal for $521 from Cape Town to London Gatwick.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals on flights from Cape Town to London appear frequently, so check often.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Cape Town to London.

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

💸 Flights from ~$522

London main airports to arrive at

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick Airport is a good option for flights from Cape Town to London, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~40 km from London city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$522

Airports nearby London used as alternative

Birmingham (BHX)

Cheapest

Birmingham Airport is a major international hub, offering a wide variety of short and long-haul destinations.

📍 ~160 km from London (reachable by direct train)

💸 Flights from ~$701

Business & First Class Flight Deals to London

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$4,866

$3,004

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to London

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Cape Town to London is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $1252. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging around $1512. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows slightly higher average prices, at approximately $1322, based on observations over a 90-day window.

Historically, a good price for a flight from Cape Town to London is considered to be around $1031 or less. The median price for this route, based on data from the trailing 90 days, was $1391. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $1717 or less. Aiming for a fare at or below the $1031 threshold would typically secure a competitive deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cape Town to London are February, with a median price of $287, and January, with a median price of $540. October also shows a comparatively lower median price of $659. The annual median price for this route is $1391, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average, based on data over a 270-day window.

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Cape Town to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to London

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to London

Regular price: $840 - $1,699

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

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to London is between $840 and $1699. The current lowest deal is $521 with Norse Atlantic UK, for travel from Sep 19-Sep 20.

now $521

Low $840

High $1,699

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to London

February

Cheapest

Flights from $313

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,526

Jan

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Mar

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