$497+ Cheap flights from Heathrow (LHR) to Cape Town (CPT)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CPT
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Cape TownExplore 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 September 15, 2026.
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 September 15, 2026.
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 11/298:45 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Tue 3/169:30 am -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 9/14![Lufthansa logo]()
$801
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 11/298:45 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Wed 3/179:30 am -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 9/14![Lufthansa logo]()
$826
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/149:55 am -
3 stops26h 15m
Tue 11/243:10 pm -
3 stops30h 55m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$827
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 11/308:45 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Thu 3/189:30 am -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 9/14![Lufthansa logo]()
$834
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 12/11:50 pm -
1 stop15h 50m
Wed 3/109:30 am -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 9/14![Lufthansa logo]()
$843
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 11/2811:10 am -
1 stop18h 30m
Thu 3/189:30 am -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 9/14![Lufthansa logo]()
$856
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 11/308:45 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Thu 3/119:30 am -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 9/14![Lufthansa logo]()
$858
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 11/238:45 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Wed 1/209:30 am -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 9/11![Lufthansa logo]()
$860
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/241:50 pm -
1 stop15h 50m
Wed 1/209:30 am -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 9/10![Lufthansa logo]()
$863
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 11/281:45 pm -
1 stop15h 50m
Tue 3/169:30 am -
2 stops24h 35m
Deal found 9/14![SWISS logo]()
$865
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/308:45 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Tue 12/159:10 am -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$868
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 12/21:50 pm -
1 stop15h 50m
Tue 12/159:10 am -
1 stop14h 30m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$870
Best flights from Heathrow to Cape TownDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 15, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 15, 2026.
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 12/212:05 pm -
2 stops17h 35m
Tue 12/159:10 am -
1 stop14h 30m
Deal found 9/13![SWISS logo]()
$915
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1510:20 pm -
Nonstop11h 50m
Wed 3/32:00 pm -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 9/14![British Airways logo]()
$1,033
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 11/58:15 pm -
1 stop15h 55m
Sat 11/143:10 pm -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 9/11![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,050
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/26:30 pm -
1 stop16h 20m
Sat 10/104:35 pm -
1 stop30h 50m
Deal found 9/10![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,339
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/29:15 pm -
1 stop18h 05m
Mon 11/168:35 pm -
Nonstop12h 00m
Deal found 9/14![British Airways logo]()
$1,068
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/308:35 am -
1 stop23h 55m
Wed 12/166:55 pm -
Nonstop12h 00m
Deal found 9/13![British Airways logo]()
$1,092
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/26:25 pm -
Nonstop11h 40m
Mon 12/148:35 pm -
Nonstop12h 00m
Deal found 9/13![British Airways logo]()
$1,101
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/254:00 pm -
1 stop40h 30m
Tue 11/178:40 pm -
Nonstop12h 00m
Deal found 9/10![British Airways logo]()
$1,116
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/262:55 pm -
1 stop17h 35m
Mon 11/93:20 pm -
1 stop15h 35m
Deal found 9/14![British Airways logo]()
$1,120
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/259:15 pm -
1 stop18h 05m
Wed 11/186:55 pm -
Nonstop12h 00m
Deal found 9/14![British Airways logo]()
$1,171
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2510:20 pm -
Nonstop11h 50m
Thu 11/196:55 pm -
Nonstop12h 00m
Deal found 9/10![British Airways logo]()
$1,374
Last-minute flights from Heathrow to Cape TownDiscover last-minute flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town. Data last updated September 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town. Data last updated September 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/149:40 pm -
2 stops38h 00m
Mon 10/126:00 am -
2 stops26h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$879
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/189:30 am -
2 stops30h 50m
Mon 10/56:05 am -
2 stops25h 55m
Deal found 9/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$885
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/189:30 am -
2 stops33h 15m
Wed 9/306:00 am -
2 stops31h 45m
Deal found 9/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$900
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/202:45 pm -
2 stops25h 35m
Sat 10/36:05 am -
2 stops31h 40m
Deal found 9/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$878
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/202:45 pm -
2 stops25h 35m
Thu 10/16:00 am -
2 stops26h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$896
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/129:00 pm -
1 stop16h 10m
Thu 10/221:50 pm -
1 stop18h 10m
Deal found 9/13![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$899
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/132:45 pm -
2 stops25h 00m
Sun 10/186:10 pm -
2 stops37h 50m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$887
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/219:30 am -
2 stops26h 10m
Thu 11/266:00 am -
2 stops26h 40m
Deal found 9/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$894
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/255:25 pm -
1 stop34h 35m
Sat 11/72:20 pm -
1 stop27h 10m
Deal found 9/14![Kenya Airways logo]()
$874
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Mon 10/268:05 pm -
1 stop33h 30m
Fri 11/69:20 am -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 9/13![SWISS logo]()
$890
One-way flights from Heathrow to Cape TownSearch for one-way flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 15, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Heathrow to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 15, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/88:45 pm -
2 stops35h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$497
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/69:55 am -
3 stops43h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$502
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/59:55 am -
3 stops46h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$506
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/102:15 pm -
2 stops39h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$508
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/712:10 pm -
2 stops20h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$509
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/97:50 am -
2 stops24h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$511
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/112:15 pm -
2 stops39h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$514
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/178:50 pm -
3 stops35h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$516
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/108:50 pm -
3 stops35h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$518
Find 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 September 15, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $726 |
One-way from | $497 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | June |
Average price | $1,061 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,170 or less |
Good one-way deal | $1,457 or less |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2026.
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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Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
LondonCape Town
LHR London Heathrow - CPT Cape Town Intl
LHRCPT
London Heathrow
Thu 3/11
1:50 pm-7:40 am
1 stop15h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$571
LondonCape Town
LHR London Heathrow - CPT Cape Town Intl
LHRCPT
London Heathrow
Wed 3/10
11:10 am-7:40 am
1 stop18h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$571
LondonCape Town
LHR London Heathrow - CPT Cape Town Intl
LHRCPT
London Heathrow
Fri 3/12
8:45 am-7:40 am
1 stop20h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$571
LondonCape Town
LHR London Heathrow - CPT Cape Town Intl
LHRCPT
London Heathrow
Fri 9/25
5:00 pm-10:15 am
1 stop40h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$795
LondonCape Town
LHR London Heathrow - CPT Cape Town Intl
LHRCPT
London Heathrow
Sun 11/15
10:30 pm-12:05 pm
Nonstop11h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$869
LondonCape Town
LHR London Heathrow - CPT Cape Town Intl
LHRCPT
London Heathrow
Wed 12/2
12:05 pm-7:40 am
2 stops17h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 12/15
9:10 am-9:40 pm
1 stop14h 30m
$915
LondonCape Town
LHR London Heathrow - CPT Cape Town Intl
LHRCPT
London Heathrow
Mon 2/15
10:20 pm-12:10 pm
Nonstop11h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 3/3
2:00 pm-4:55 am
1 stop16h 55m
$1,033
LondonCape Town
LHR London Heathrow - CPT Cape Town Intl
LHRCPT
London Heathrow
Thu 11/5
8:15 pm-2:10 pm
1 stop15h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 11/14
3:10 pm-6:35 am
1 stop17h 25m
$1,050
LondonCape Town
LHR London Heathrow - CPT Cape Town Intl
LHRCPT
London Heathrow
Mon 11/2
9:15 pm-5:20 pm
1 stop18h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/16
8:35 pm-6:35 am
Nonstop12h 00m
$1,068
LondonCape Town
LHR London Heathrow - CPT Cape Town Intl
LHRCPT
London Heathrow
Mon 11/30
8:35 am-10:30 am
1 stop23h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/16
6:55 pm-4:55 am
Nonstop12h 00m
$1,092
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Compare providers for flights from Heathrow to Cape Town
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on London Heathrow Airport-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on London Heathrow Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from London Heathrow Airport-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on London Heathrow Airport-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for London Heathrow Airport-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?
Booking 58 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,035). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,619). 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 September 15, 2026.
When flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How often are flights from London to Cape Town delayed?
About 11% of weekly flights between London and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 116 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for London to Cape Town flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Cape Town flights?
Over the last year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.
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.
Doha (DOH) – 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.
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $958.
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: 15h 00m.
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 Doha (DOH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 23m.
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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 September 15, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways,Virgin Atlantic, andLufthansa 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.
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.3
Crew
7.9
Boarding
7.5
Comfort
7.3
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKudzai,Sep 2026
DOH - JNB
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.3
Crew
7.9
Boarding
7.5
Comfort
7.3
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKudzai,Sep 2026
DOH - JNB
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.3
Crew
7.9
Boarding
7.5
Comfort
7.3
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKudzai,Sep 2026
DOH - JNB
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.3
Crew
7.9
Boarding
7.5
Comfort
7.3
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKudzai,Sep 2026
DOH - JNB
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.3
Crew
7.9
Boarding
7.5
Comfort
7.3
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKudzai,Sep 2026
DOH - JNB
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$860 | Average$983 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$887 | Average$1,114 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$979 | Average$1,230 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,136 | Average$1,537 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% |