£263 Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to London (LHR)

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Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to London (LHR)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £263 for one-way flights and £418 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Cape Town to London route information
Origin airport
Cape Town Intl.
Destination airport
Heathrow
Airlines serving
Air France, British Airways, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Rwandair, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic
Return price
£417
Distance
9624 km

Compare flights from Cape Town to London easily and book in confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Cape Town to London. Operating between them 2 flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And Qatar Airways, British Airways fly direct, getting you to Heathrow in just 11hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Cape Town Intl. to Heathrow.  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Cape Town Intl. (CPT) to Heathrow (LHR) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Cape Town to London today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Cape Town Intl. to Heathrow start at just £418 and range up to £453.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Cape Town and London
  • booking your flight during January, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Cape Town to London flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Cape Town Intl. to Heathrow for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from CPT to Heathrow Airport?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight between CPT and London Heathrow is £418. But you better act quick. This figure is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from CPT to Heathrow Airport?
Most flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether you are charged a fee all comes down to your airline. If you do have to cancel your break, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from CPT to LHR that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Cape Town Intl. Airport to Heathrow Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Cape Town Intl. Airport to Heathrow Airport?
With a flight distance of 9,700 kilometres between Cape Town and Hounslow, this is a long flight. Be sure to keep well hydrated and move your legs every so often.
Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town Intl. Airport to Heathrow Airport?
One airline that services the route from Cape Town Intl. Airport to London Heathrow is British Airways (BA). It offers 30 flights a month. For more options, have a look at the ticket prices from Virgin Atlantic (VS). This carrier operates 8 monthly flights between these airports.
Are Cape Town Intl. Airport to Heathrow Airport (LHR) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some super cheap fares from Cape Town Intl. Airport to LHR showing up a few weeks prior to the departure date. If you’d rather plan ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals continually — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines issue prices so far in advance.
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