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Fly nonstop from London to Cape Town for the fastest, most convenient way to go from the UK to South Africa — less time in transit means more time exploring Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront and nearby vineyards. While connecting flights can sometimes be cheaper, a direct trip saves hours and reduces hassle, making it a comfortable choice for travelers who want to maximize their holiday or business time.
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from London to Cape Town:
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The cheapest one-way flight from London to Cape Town departs on 03/25/2026, is operated by Ryanair and costs $447
The cheapest roundtrip flight from London to Cape Town departs on 01/21/2026, is operated by Air France and costs $735
Fastest flight from London to Cape Town takes 1d 0h 25m
There are no direct flights on this route.
The distance between London and Cape Town is 9675km (5999 miles). The average flight duration is 18h 2m. There are 24 direct flights from London to Cape Town. The time difference between London and Cape Town is 2h. Flights from London begin at 8:25 AM. The latest flight from London departs at 10:30 PM
The route London — Cape Town is served by many carriers — 10 in total, including British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Ryanair, Valuair, Skyview Airways Company Limiteddba Skyview, Vueling, Wizz Air, Wizz Air, TAP Portugal, and EasyJet. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $447) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.
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London — Cape Town
12/28/2025
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BA59
starting at $1,861
London — Cape Town
12/29/2025
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BA43
starting at $1,699
London — Cape Town
01/01/2026
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VS478
starting at $1,373
London — Cape Town
01/02/2026
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VS478
starting at $1,372
London — Cape Town
01/05/2026
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VS478
starting at $1,420
London — Cape Town
01/06/2026
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BA59
starting at $1,437
London — Cape Town
01/08/2026
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VS478
starting at $1,377
London — Cape Town
01/09/2026
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VS478
starting at $1,398
London — Cape Town
01/26/2026
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VS478
starting at $1,149
London — Cape Town
01/28/2026
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VS478
starting at $1,020
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London is served by several airports with distinct roles. Heathrow (LHR) is the city’s main international hub, typically handling most long-haul and premium carriers such as British Airways and many global alliances; it sits about 15–20 miles west of central London and can be reached by the Heathrow Express (15–20 minutes, higher fare), the Elizabeth Line or Piccadilly Line (35–60 minutes, lower fares), and by rail or taxi depending on traffic. Gatwick (LGW), around 30–35 miles south, is a major international and leisure gateway often used by full-service and low-cost carriers; Gatwick Express and Thameslink trains take roughly 30–40 minutes to the city, with coach and car options usually cheaper but slower. Stansted (STN), north-east of central London by about 30–45 miles, is primarily a base for low-cost and charter airlines; the Stansted Express reaches Liverpool Street in about 45 minutes while coaches are a budget alternative. Luton (LTN), roughly 30–40 miles to the north-west, commonly serves low-cost carriers and offers shuttle buses to nearby rail links plus direct coaches to central London. London City (LCY), closest to the financial district (about 6 miles east), is geared to business travelers with short-haul and regional services; it’s often the quickest option by DLR and London Underground (15–25 minutes), but has stricter aircraft limits and fewer long-haul choices. Pros across the network include strong rail and coach connections and a wide choice of carriers; cons can be congestion, variable fares, and longer transfer times from the outer airports.
Cape Town International Airport is the primary international gateway for the Western Cape and typically functions as a full-service hub handling long-haul carriers, regional airlines and some low-cost operators. It sits about 20–25 km from the city centre, with road transfers by MyCiTi express bus or metered taxi taking roughly 25–40 minutes depending on traffic; ride-share and airport shuttles are also common, with fares usually varying by service and time of day. The airport offers a good range of dining and shopping options and can be convenient for connecting onward flights, but peak periods may bring queues and limited public-transport frequency late at night. For many travellers it balances international connectivity with reasonable access to central Cape Town.
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The cheapest flight ticket from London to Cape Town according to data for the last 48 hours costs $447
Often the best time to buy tickets from London to Cape Town is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from London to Cape Town can be found flying in these months: February, January, April.
The fastest flights from London to Cape Town start from 25 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route London — Cape Town: British Airways, Virgin Atlantic
In different months, ticket prices from London to Cape Town vary: minimum — $501 (February 2026), maximum — $680 (April 2026). Typically, the flight costs $597–$1,290.