Cheap Flights from Cape Town to London
Round-trip economy fares between Cape Town (CPT) and London (LHR) average A$1,141 across the year. Book for January and typical prices fall to A$936. The 9,681 km hop takes about 12 hours non-stop, and the nicest window to visit London is May – September.
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A$786 −16% vs. seasonal low
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Average round-trip economy fare by departure month. January is the statistical sweet spot at A$936.
| Month | Avg. round-trip | vs. yearly average |
|---|---|---|
| January Cheapest | A$936 | −A$205 |
| February | A$958 | −A$183 |
| March | A$1,073 | −A$68 |
| April | A$1,164 | +A$23 |
| May | A$1,255 | +A$114 |
| June | A$1,369 | +A$228 |
| July | A$1,438 | +A$297 |
| August | A$1,392 | +A$251 |
| September | A$1,187 | +A$46 |
| October | A$1,095 | −A$46 |
| November | A$1,004 | −A$137 |
| December | A$1,232 | +A$91 |
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Cape Town to London flight FAQs
- What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to London?
- January is typically cheapest, with round-trips from A$936 — about A$205 under the yearly average of A$1,141.
- How long is the flight from Cape Town to London?
- Non-stop services cover the 9,681 km route in roughly 12 hours.
- When is the best time to visit London?
- May – September. Entry requirements: UK ETA required for visa-exempt nationals since 2025.