$378+ 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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.The best prices from Cape Town Intl to London Heathrow are usually found in November or January, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap 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 January 16, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $457 (SWISS) |
One-way from | $378 (Mytrip) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $728 |
Find flight deals from Cape Town to Heathrow
Cheapest flights from Cape Town to HeathrowExplore 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 January 16, 2025.
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 January 16, 2025.
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flights from Cape Town to Heathrow within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Heathrow that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cape TownLondon
CPT - LHR
CPTLHR
Cape Town Intl
Mon 2/3
7:50 pm-1:40 pm
2 stops19h 50m
London Heathrow
Tue 2/11
8:05 pm-9:55 pm
1 stop23h 50m
Cape TownLondon
CPT - LHR
CPTLHR
Cape Town Intl
Tue 1/28
9:30 am-10:55 pm
1 stop15h 25m
London Heathrow
Thu 11/13
9:30 am-7:40 am
2 stops20h 10m
Cape TownLondon
CPT - LHR
CPTLHR
Cape Town Intl
Fri 2/7
8:05 am-7:40 am
1 stop25h 35m
London Heathrow
Fri 3/14
8:25 pm-9:30 pm
1 stop23h 05m
Cape TownLondon
CPT - LHR
CPTLHR
Cape Town Intl
Thu 1/30
9:30 am-8:05 am
1 stop24h 35m
London Heathrow
Thu 2/6
6:00 am-5:25 pm
2 stops33h 25m
Cape TownLondon
CPT - LHR
CPTLHR
Cape Town Intl
Mon 3/17
2:30 am-4:35 pm
1 stop16h 05m
London Heathrow
Fri 4/18
6:15 am-9:30 pm
1 stop14h 15m
Cape TownLondon
CPT - LHR
CPTLHR
Cape Town Intl
Tue 3/4
2:25 pm-3:30 pm
2 stops27h 05m
London Heathrow
Wed 3/12
5:25 pm-9:40 pm
1 stop26h 15m
Cape TownLondon
CPT - LHR
CPTLHR
Cape Town Intl
Tue 3/25
1:50 pm-6:35 am
1 stop18h 45m
London Heathrow
Wed 4/23
9:00 pm-2:30 pm
1 stop16h 30m
Cape TownLondon
CPT - LHR
CPTLHR
Cape Town Intl
Wed 2/5
10:00 am-7:55 pm
Nonstop11h 55m
London Heathrow
Tue 2/18
6:20 pm-7:55 am
Nonstop11h 35m
Cape TownLondon
CPT - LHR
CPTLHR
Cape Town Intl
Tue 2/4
10:00 pm-8:05 am
Nonstop12h 05m
London Heathrow
Tue 2/18
10:25 pm-12:10 pm
Nonstop11h 45m
Cape TownLondon
CPT - LHR
CPTLHR
Cape Town Intl
Sun 5/11
8:55 pm-6:45 am
2 stops34h 50m
Compare providers for flights from Cape Town to Heathrow
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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
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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Heathrow
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to Heathrow including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
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 10, 2025.
Booking 24 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport (average of $661). Flying from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,137). 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 January 16, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cape Town to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to London Heathrow Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Heathrow. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 16, 2025.
The most flights from CPT to LHR are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).
Rainfall in Heathrow by month
Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Heathrow Airport ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit London Heathrow Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.
Temperature in Heathrow by month
Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Heathrow Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).
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 January 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Ethiopian Air, SWISS and British Airways from Cape Town to London by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
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Top 7 airlines flying from Cape Town to Heathrow
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$392 | Average$640 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$490 | Average$903 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$529 | Average$1,026 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$584 | Average$798 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$776 | Average$886 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$811 | Average$973 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$812 | Average$862 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% |