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Cheap London Heathrow - Cape Town flight offers

Find cheap flight tickets and last-minute flight deals from London Heathrow to Cape Town

Emirates
Sat, 01/08 (LHR) London -> (CPT) Cape Town
Direct
Emirates
Tue, 04/08 (CPT) Cape Town -> (LHR) London
Direct

Price found 15 days ago
from $1,843
Emirates
Sat, 01/08 (LHR) London -> (CPT) Cape Town
Direct
Emirates
Tue, 04/08 (CPT) Cape Town -> (LHR) London
Direct

Price found 15 days ago
from $1,843

Info about flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town

Some useful info about flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town to help you plan your next trip

Average flight duration 11h 36m
Cheapest month February
Average number of flights per week 18
First flight time 06:00
Last flight time 22:40
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Top airlines on the route London Heathrow - Cape Town

Airlines providing flights to Cape Town from London Heathrow

Is it worth flying from London Heathrow to Cape Town?

It depends. Prices for flights from London to Cape Town fluctuate based on several factors.

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Travel agencies and airlines sometimes offer promotional prices on certain routes — it’s worth checking regularly. Also, many travelers look for weekend flights, so booking in advance is recommended.

Exploring all airports near London and Cape Town

Checking all the airports available in the area can give you more departure and arrival options for your trip.

  • Airports in London: 6 different airports operate in London - City Airport, Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton, Southend, Stansted.
  • Airports in Cape Town: Cape Town is the only option available right now.

Looking at expected traffic to the airport can help avoid surprises on departure day. On busy routes, flying from a quieter airport might also save you money.

Flights from London - Heathrow to Cape Town

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Other popular destinations

Interested in South Africa? These cities are also in demand: Cape Town, Durban, George, Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth.

Connecting flights can be cheaper but often mean longer layovers. You can easily select either direct or connecting flights with a single click using the filters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town.

How much does an airline ticket from London Heathrow to Cape Town cost?

Flight prices can vary a lot depending on the period and destination. At the moment, this information is not available for flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town.

How far is London from Cape Town?

London is about 9681 km from Cape Town.

What are the airports in Cape Town?

Cape Town has one airport: Cape Town.

What are the airports in London?

London has 6 airports: City Airport, Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton, Southend, Stansted.

What are the most popular cities in South Africa?

The most popular cities in South Africa according to our users' searches are: Cape Town, Durban, George, Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth.

When should I book a flight from London to Cape Town?

The best time to book a flight from London to Cape Town is 1 month in advance, while the worst time is 10 weeks in advance.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Cape Town?

The cheapest month to fly from London to Cape Town is February.

What is the most expensive month to fly from London to Cape Town?

The most expensive month to fly from London to Cape Town is August.

What is the best day of the week to fly from London to Cape Town?

For flights from London to Cape Town Wednesday is on average the cheapest day to fly, while Wednesday is the most expensive day to fly.