Heathrow

$389+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Heathrow (LHR)

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 7/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LHR
févr. 28 — mars 71
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to London Heathrow are usually found in February or November, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on janvier 29, 2026.

This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/39:30 am
CPT
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LHR
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 2/241:45 pm
LHR
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CPT
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$679
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 2/53:25 pm
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
lun. 2/238:15 pm
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28$687
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 2/123:25 pm
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
lun. 3/28:15 pm
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/27$688
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/171:50 pm
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop18h 45m
Ethiopian Air
lun. 2/238:15 pm
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28$694
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
lun. 2/99:30 am
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop15h 25m
Lufthansa
lun. 2/163:30 pm
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop17h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/28$701
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/92:35 pm
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop18h 00m
Ethiopian Air
sam. 2/218:15 pm
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop16h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28$709
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 2/89:25 am
CPT
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LHR
1 stop24h 40m
SWISS
lun. 2/168:05 pm
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop33h 25m
SWISS
Deal found 1/28$729
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 1/309:30 am
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop15h 25m
Lufthansa
sam. 5/306:30 pm
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop14h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/29$740
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 3/191:50 pm
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop18h 45m
Ethiopian Air
sam. 4/189:00 pm
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop15h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28$744
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
mar. 2/33:25 pm
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
mar. 2/108:15 pm
LHR
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CPT
1 stop15h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/29$745

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Heathrow

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Heathrow (LHR). 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 janvier 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$688
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$389
(SmartFares)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$862

Good round-trip deal

$991 or less

Good one-way deal

$672 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Cape Town Intl-London Heathrow flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Cape Town Intl-London Heathrow flights.
From Cape Town Intl to London Heathrow
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to London Heathrow
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to London Heathrow.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to London Heathrow.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport that are best for you.

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Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

jeu. 2/12

3:25 pm-6:35 am

1 stop17h 10m

London Heathrow

lun. 3/2

8:15 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$688

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

jeu. 3/19

1:50 pm-6:35 am

1 stop18h 45m

London Heathrow

dim. 4/19

9:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$744

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

mer. 3/18

9:25 am-9:40 pm

1 stop14h 15m

London Heathrow

lun. 4/20

6:40 pm-9:25 am

1 stop13h 45m

$746

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

mer. 3/18

9:25 am-9:40 pm

1 stop14h 15m

London Heathrow

mer. 4/22

8:05 pm-7:25 am

1 stop34h 20m

$746

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

mer. 5/13

1:50 pm-9:05 am

1 stop20h 15m

London Heathrow

dim. 5/31

9:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$782

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

lun. 2/9

2:35 pm-6:35 am

1 stop18h 00m

London Heathrow

dim. 2/22

8:15 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$792

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

ven. 5/15

7:40 am-7:40 am

1 stop25h 00m

London Heathrow

dim. 5/31

2:45 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop29h 40m

$799

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

lun. 3/16

2:35 pm-6:35 am

1 stop18h 00m

London Heathrow

jeu. 4/23

9:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$810

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

mer. 3/18

2:35 pm-6:35 am

1 stop18h 00m

London Heathrow

jeu. 4/23

9:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$823

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

jeu. 2/12

1:50 pm-6:35 am

1 stop18h 45m

London Heathrow

lun. 2/16

8:15 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$824

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Deals found on 1/27

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cape Town to Heathrow in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-London Heathrow Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-London Heathrow Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-London Heathrow Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-London Heathrow Airport 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 Cape Town-London Heathrow Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Heathrow

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport. 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 Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport (average of $407). Flying from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $774). 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 CPT to LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated janvier 29, 2026.

When flying from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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

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Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated janvier 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, SWISS, and Virgin Atlantic from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Heathrow. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to London Heathrow?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cape Town to London Heathrow. You should not have trouble finding flights to London Heathrow from Cape Town Intl; the airport handles an average of 12 outbound flights to London Heathrow per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the Cape Town airport to London Heathrow. It is only a 9.7 mi journey to Cape Town Intl (CPT) from Cape Town’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air and SWISS fly from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport in about 14h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 55m. Cape Town and London Heathrow Airport are separated by a distance of 6012 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport round-trip from $574. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from $678, and Kenya Airways, from $708. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Emirates, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $353. Virgin Atlantic flights start at $404 while deals on British Airways start at $637 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to London Heathrow Airport from Cape Town, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: WestJet (96%), Iberia (90%), Scandinavian Airlines( 89%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $544. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - London Heathrow) can be booked for $629 on average, our data indicates $2,406 when flying from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Heathrow 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 Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport (average of $407). Flying from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $774). 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 7 airlines flying from Cape Town to Heathrow

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Heathrow. 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 janvier 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$574Average$736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$678Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$708Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$722Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$784Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EmiratesCheapest$805Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$821Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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