How long is the flight to Cape Town from London?

Cape Town is about 6,016 miles from Heathrow. A non-stop flight, where one operates, takes around 12h 15m; with one connection most journeys take 16h 15m to 18h 15m.

Which airport do I fly into?

Cape Town International Airport, airport code CPT.

What is the time difference?

Local time in Cape Town is UTC+2. The UK is on UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer.

How do I get today’s fare?

Send us your route or call 020 3137 8781 — we’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A consultant checks live fares across the airlines and calls you back.

South Africa · CPT

Cheap flights to Cape Town

Table Mountain, the winelands and the Cape Peninsula — one of the world’s great city escapes.

Arrival airport: Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Distance from London: 6,016 miles
Non-stop flying time: around 12h 15m
With one stop: usually 16h 15m–18h 15m
Local time: UTC+2
Currency: South African rand (ZAR)

When to go

November to March is summer and the driest time.

How people get there

Common connecting points for Cape Town: Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Addis Ababa, Nairobi and major European hubs such as Amsterdam and Paris. Which airlines are flying, and whether there is a non-stop service on your dates, changes through the year — a consultant checks live schedules and fares for you.

Fly to Cape Town from

Other cities in South Africa

Johannesburg

Entry requirements change. Check the latest UK government travel advice for South Africa before you book.

Questions people ask

How long is the flight to Cape Town from London?: Cape Town is about 6,016 miles from Heathrow. A non-stop flight, where one operates, takes around 12h 15m; with one connection most journeys take 16h 15m to 18h 15m.
Which airport do I fly into?: Cape Town International Airport, airport code CPT.
What is the time difference?: Local time in Cape Town is UTC+2. The UK is on UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer.
When is the best time to go?: November to March is summer and the driest time.
How do I get today’s fare?: Send us your route or call 020 3137 8781 — we’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A consultant checks live fares across the airlines and calls you back.