How many flights from London to Cape Town are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 8% of flights from London to Cape Town were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that most travelers on this route typically experience at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from London to Cape Town?

The typical direct flight from London to Cape Town has a duration of approximately 11 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 9682 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, historically had a median duration of 19 hours and 40 minutes. This difference highlights the significant time savings associated with direct routes.

Should I set a price alert for London to Cape Town flights?

Based on historical data from the trailing 30 days, deals for flights from London to Cape Town are classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations are common on this route. Setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers looking to secure a favorable fare.

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London to Cape Town: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Cape Town

Most itineraries for flights from London to Cape Town connect at least once, with only 8% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, travelers typically encounter 2 stopovers. This means that while direct flights from London to Cape Town are available, the majority of options will involve at least one stop.

The typical journey from London to Cape Town takes approximately 11h 30m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a considerable distance of 9682 km. Travelers should prepare for an extended travel time given the distance and the prevalence of connecting flights on this route.

When looking for cheap flights from London to Cape Town, the fares typically range from $1089–$1703, with a median of $1384. Right now, fares are near the typical level, and about 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from London to Cape Town, the data indicates that May is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $760. April also presents a good value, with a median fare of $769. Additionally, October offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $843.

How much is a round trip from London to Cape Town

Regular price: £550 - £1,147

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

The regular price range for flights from London to Cape Town is typically between 550 GBP and 1147 GBP. The current lowest deal is 390 GBP with Norse Atlantic UK, for travel from Sep 20-Sep 28.

now £390

Low £550

High £1,147

The cheapest time to fly from London to Cape Town

The cheapest month to fly from London to Cape Town is April, with a median price of $764. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1796. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from £764

July

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,796

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Direct flights from London to Cape Town

Norse Atlantic UK

Last-minute flights going from London to Cape Town

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Cape Town

London (LGW) - Cape Town (CPT)

Norse Atlantic UK

£627

£439

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Cape Town

London (LGW) - Cape Town (CPT)

Norse Atlantic UK

£685

£447

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Cape Town

London (LGW) - Cape Town (CPT)

Norse Atlantic UK

£620

£447

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LCY - Cape Town

London (LCY) - Cape Town (CPT)

Swiss International Air Lines

£781

£563

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Cape Town

London (LGW) - Cape Town (CPT)

Norse Atlantic UK

£654

£447

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Cape Town

London (LGW) - Cape Town (CPT)

Norse Atlantic UK

£695

£447

One-way

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

22 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 25

£993 → £544

45%

24 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 25

£945 → £504

47%

15 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 23

£1,016 → £576

43%

23 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 25

£937 → £504

46%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Cape Town

London - Cape Town route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from London to Cape Town are near the typical level of $1384.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $764.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 11h 30m.

The typical direct flight from London to Cape Town takes 11 hours and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 8% of recent flights from London to Cape Town are direct, with 2 stopovers typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Norse Atlantic UK offers direct flights.

Norse Atlantic UK has offered direct flights from London to Cape Town recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals on flights from London to Cape Town are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick offers the cheapest flights from London to Cape Town, starting from 414 GBP.

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

💸 Flights from ~£414

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow provides a convenient option for flights from London to Cape Town.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£578

London City (LCY)

London City is a closer airport for flights from London to Cape Town.

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

💸 Flights from ~£555

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend is an alternative departure airport for flights to Cape Town.

📍 ~57 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£769

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted is an option for flights from London to Cape Town.

📍 ~49 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£554

Luton (LTN)

Luton offers another departure choice for flights from London to Cape Town.

📍 ~44 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£550

Cape Town main airports to arrive at

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is the primary airport for flights arriving in Cape Town.

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

💸 Flights from ~£414

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

George (GRJ)

George (GRJ) can be a useful alternative for domestic connections, despite fewer international options and a longer drive.

📍 ~430 km from Cape Town (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£597

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cape Town

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from London to Cape Town is typically 14-27 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price was $994. Booking 7-13 days out saw average prices around $1042, while booking 60+ days in advance typically resulted in higher average prices of $1558. Even closer to departure, within 0-6 days, the average price increased to $1422.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to Cape Town was considered to be $1089 or less. The median price for this route was $1384. Prices historically ranged, with 75% of observed prices being $1703 or less.

Historically, May has been one of the cheapest months to fly from London to Cape Town, with a median price of $760. April also offered competitive prices, with a median of $769. For context, the annual median price for this route was $1384, indicating significant savings during these months.

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