Are there direct flights from Cape Town to London?

Yes, direct flights are available. Minimum direct price — from $212.

Cheap flights Cape Town — London from $212

Q: How long is the flight from Cape Town to London?

Approximate flight time — 11h 53m.

Q: How much do flights from Cape Town to London cost?

The minimum price over 3 months — from $212 on 03.12.2026.

Q: Which airlines fly from Cape Town to London?

This route is served by 3 airlines: Norse Atlantic UK, Kenya Airways, Virgin Atlantic.

Q: From which airports does Cape Town operate flights?

From Cape Town: CPT (Cape Town International Airport).

Q: To which airports in London do flights arrive?

To London: LGW (London Gatwick Airport), LHR (London Heathrow Airport).

Q: Which day of the week is cheapest?

The cheapest day of the week — Sunday.

Q: When is the best time to buy tickets Cape Town — London?

Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.

How many travellers?

Adults

12+ years

Children

2–11 years

Infants

under 2

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Cheapest: $212 on 03.12.2026

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Cheapest flights found

03 Dec 2026, Thu

Norse Atlantic UK Z0 752

12:30

CPT Cape Town International Airport

00:25

LGW London Gatwick Airport

11h 55m Direct

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09 Dec 2026, Wed

Norse Atlantic UK Z0 754

00:10

CPT Cape Town International Airport

13:00

LGW London Gatwick Airport

12h 50m Direct

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10 Dec 2026, Thu

Norse Atlantic UK Z0 752

12:30

CPT Cape Town International Airport

00:25

LGW London Gatwick Airport

11h 55m Direct

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02 Dec 2026, Wed

Norse Atlantic UK Z0 754

00:10

CPT Cape Town International Airport

12:30

LGW London Gatwick Airport

12h 20m Direct

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05 Dec 2026, Sat

Norse Atlantic UK Z0 754

00:55

CPT Cape Town International Airport

13:00

LGW London Gatwick Airport

12h 5m Direct

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16 Dec 2026, Wed

Norse Atlantic UK Z0 754

00:10

CPT Cape Town International Airport

13:00

LGW London Gatwick Airport

12h 50m Direct

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Route characteristics

Distance

9 671 km

Flight time

11h 53m

Time difference

-2h

Minimum price

from $212 (03.12.2026)

Average price

$256

Maximum price

$455

Departures per week

Cheapest day

Sunday

Departure airports (1)

CPT Cape Town International Airport

Arrival airports (2)

LGW London Gatwick Airport LHR London Heathrow Airport

Airlines (3)

Z0 Norse Atlantic UK KQ Kenya Airways VS Virgin Atlantic

Agencies (3)

Kiwi.com Trip.com City.Travel

Prices by day of week

Airlines — cheapest prices 3

Norse Atlantic UK

Low-cost 12 flights · 12 days

$212

Kenya Airways

5 flights · 5 days

$453

Virgin Atlantic

5 flights · 5 days

$561

Where to buy tickets 3

Kiwi.com

1 tickets · 1 days

from $212

Trip.com

20 tickets · 14 days

from $212

City.Travel

1 tickets · 1 days

from $580

Airports

From — Cape Town (1)

CPT Cape Town International Airport

To — London (2)

LGW London Gatwick Airport
LHR London Heathrow Airport

Other destinations from Cape Town

Frequently asked questions about the route Cape Town — London

How long is the flight from Cape Town to London?

Approximate flight time — 11h 53m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.

What is the distance from Cape Town to London?

The straight-line distance — 9 671 km.

How much do flights from Cape Town to London cost?

The minimum price over 3 months — from $212 on 03.12.2026.

What is the average ticket price?

The average price — $256. Range: $212 — $455.

What is the time difference between Cape Town and London?

The difference — -2h.

From which airports does Cape Town operate flights?

From Cape Town: CPT (Cape Town International Airport).

To which airports in London do flights arrive?

To London: LGW (London Gatwick Airport), LHR (London Heathrow Airport).

Which airlines fly this route?

This route is served by 3 airlines: Norse Atlantic UK, Kenya Airways, Virgin Atlantic.

Are there direct flights?

Yes, there are direct flights. Minimum direct price — from $212. Total direct flights found: 6.

Which day of the week is cheapest?

The cheapest day of the week — Sunday.

When is the best time to buy tickets?

Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.

How do I book flights?

Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.

About the route Cape Town — London

Flights Cape Town — London is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 9 671 km. Flight time 11h 53m. Time difference -2h.

From Cape Town (CPT) flights depart from 1 airport: CPT. To London (LON) — 2 arrival airports: LGW, LHR.

3 airlines operate on this route: Norse Atlantic UK, Kenya Airways, Virgin Atlantic.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $212 (03.12.2026). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $256, ranging from $212 to $455. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Sunday.

Other destinations in United Kingdom from Cape Town

Edinburgh

Manchester

Cheap flights Cape Town — London

From — Cape Town (1)

To — London (2)

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