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$551+ Cheap flights from Heathrow (LHR) to Cape Town (CPT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CPT
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$794
(KLM)

One-way from

$551
(SWISS)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,414

Good round-trip deal

$1,163 or less
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/55:10 pmLHR - CPT
1 stop27h 15mKLM
Tue 9/2311:15 pmCPT - LHR
1 stop33h 25mKLM
Deal found 7/27$794
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/309:00 pmLHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 10/111:50 pmCPT - LHR
1 stop18h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/29$800
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/258:15 pmLHR - CPT
1 stop33h 25mLufthansa
Tue 1/279:30 amCPT - LHR
1 stop32h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 7/28$805
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:55 amLHR - CPT
1 stop19h 50mAir France
Sat 11/298:50 amCPT - LHR
1 stop14h 35mAir France
Deal found 7/29$806
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/246:30 amLHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/1411:35 pmCPT - LHR
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$807
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/29:00 amLHR - CPT
2 stops35h 05mSWISS
Wed 11/129:00 amCPT - LHR
1 stop25h 05mSWISS
Deal found 7/27$808

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Heathrow

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Cape Town

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Fri 9/5

5:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/23

11:15 pm-7:40 am

1 stop33h 25m

$794

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 9/30

9:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/11

1:50 pm-7:00 am

1 stop18h 10m

$800

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 9/24

6:30 am-9:25 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/14

11:35 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$807

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Tue 9/30

12:10 pm-7:10 am

1 stop18h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/15

8:40 am-7:55 am

1 stop24h 15m

$847

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 8/25

7:30 am-12:40 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/4

9:30 am-10:55 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$870

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Thu 9/11

4:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop18h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/27

4:35 pm-9:50 am

1 stop18h 15m

$888

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-10:05 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$551

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Wed 9/24

3:05 pm-10:50 am

3 stops42h 45m

$553

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Thu 9/25

3:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop18h 45m

$563

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Deals found on 7/28

The best insider tips for London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town trip
Airports
LHR

For a smooth departure from Heathrow, ensure all liquids are in one small bag to avoid delays at security.

Read more about LHRby Ramsey Qubein
CPT

Use Uber or Bolt for convenient and affordable transport from CPT to Cape Town. They offer various vehicle sizes for different needs.

Read more about CPTby John Walton
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LHR

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Heathrow with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Heathrow to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 35 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHR to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Cape Town. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

The most flights from LHR to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Zurich (ZRH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $829.

What’s the fastest layover option from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 8h 45m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Paris (CDG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 40m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, SWISS, and Qatar Airways from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,683 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,925 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
803 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from London Heathrow?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from London Heathrow to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from London Heathrow; the airport handles an average of 4 inbound flights from London Heathrow per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from London Heathrow. It is only a 9.7 mi journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    According to our current data, KLM ($794), Ethiopian Air ($800), and SWISS ($847) offers the cheapest pricing from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town. Users have found that KLM is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    Consider American Airlines (75%), Finnair (75%) or Iberia (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    While on average a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town is generally $3,281, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,122. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), you can expect to pay $789 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Heathrow to Cape Town

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$645Average$1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$722Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
KLMCheapest$770Average$1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$844Average$1,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air FranceCheapest$924Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,070Average$1,442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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