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Welcome to Cape Town

Cape Town is one of the world's most beautiful cities, set between Table Mountain and the Atlantic, with beaches, wine regions and the Cape Peninsula on its doorstep. A Plus Travel compares fares from UK airports to Cape Town International Airport (CPT).

Flying to Cape Town from the UK

Direct flights operate from London and take around 11 to 12 hours, and are usually overnight. One-stop options through Doha, Dubai, Addis Ababa or Nairobi are often cheaper. South Africa is one to two hours ahead of the UK. See also flights to Johannesburg.

Best time to travel

November to March is warm and dry and the peak holiday season. April to May and September to October offer lower prices and good weather. Winter from June to August is cooler and wetter.

Things to do

Take the cable car up Table Mountain, visit Robben Island, Boulders Beach penguins and Cape Point, and tour the Stellenbosch and Franschhoek wine regions.

Before you book

UK passport holders can currently visit South Africa visa-free for short stays. Check the FCDO guidance for the latest advice. The currency is the South African rand. We confirm entry requirements when we quote, and you should check the latest FCDO travel advice before you travel.

Fares to Cape Town change daily. Use the quote buttons above or message us on WhatsApp for today's price from your nearest UK airport. All bookings are ATOL protected. You can also browse all our destinations.

Cheap Flights To Cape Town

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Ethiopian Airlines ATOL
London Heathrow Cape Town
Business Class
£1,856 per person
Ethiopian Airlines ATOL
London Heathrow Cape Town
Economy Class
£432 per person
Ethiopian Airlines ATOL
Manchester Cape Town
Business Class
£1,869 per person
Ethiopian Airlines ATOL
Manchester Cape Town
Economy Class
£563 per person