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$515 Find cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

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Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Cape Town (LHR-CPT)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Heathrow to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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8:05 pm - 10:00 amLHR-CPT
36h 55m1 stop
8:40 am - 9:45 pmCPT-LHR
14h 05m1 stop
$718SWISS
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Tue, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 30
1:50 pm - 7:40 amLHR-CPT
39h 50m2 stops
9:30 am - 5:50 pmCPT-LHR
34h 20m2 stops
$736SWISS
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Fri, Nov 15 - Tue, Feb 4
11:30 am - 1:40 pmLHR-CPT
24h 10m3 stops
2:30 pm - 4:05 pmCPT-LHR
27h 35m3 stops
$792Kenya Airways
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Thu, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 15
7:45 pm - 12:50 pmLHR-CPT
39h 05m2 stops
2:30 pm - 10:45 amCPT-LHR
46h 15m3 stops
$805Kenya Airways
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Thu, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 15
6:30 pm - 10:00 amLHR-CPT
14h 30m1 stop
5:45 pm - 7:40 amCPT-LHR
14h 55m1 stop
$856Lufthansa
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Thu, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 29
6:35 am - 11:50 amLHR-CPT
28h 15m1 stop
4:35 pm - 10:25 pmCPT-LHR
30h 50m1 stop
$903Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Sep 19 - Wed, Oct 2
11:45 am - 6:30 amLHR-CPT
16h 45m2 stops
12:35 am - 5:00 pmCPT-LHR
18h 25m1 stop
$910KLM
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Mon, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 18
7:15 pm - 9:25 pmLHR-CPT
25h 10m1 stop
11:00 pm - 5:35 pmCPT-LHR
19h 35m1 stop
$922KLM
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Mon, Aug 26 - Mon, Sep 9
6:35 am - 11:50 amLHR-CPT
28h 15m1 stop
4:35 pm - 5:00 pmCPT-LHR
25h 25m1 stop
$929Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 29
6:30 pm - 10:00 amLHR-CPT
14h 30m1 stop
5:45 pm - 7:40 amCPT-LHR
14h 55m1 stop
$991Lufthansa
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Sat, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 29

Flights from Heathrow to Cape Town - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Heathrow to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

The average price of all flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Cape Town, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town is May, where tickets cost $824 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of tickets is $1,289 and $1,246 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town, you should book around 3 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 84 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on Qatar Airways ($524) and Kenya Airways ($615). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on SWISS ($718) and Kenya Airways ($792).

Which airlines fly non-stop between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town.
There is just one airline that flies from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town direct and that is British Airways. The best one-way deal found from British Airways for the route is $1,051.

How many flights are there between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town per day?

Each day, there are 3 nonstop flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport and land in Cape Town, with an average flight time of 11h 35m. The most common departure time is 10:00 pm and most flights take off at night. Each week, there are 21 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day 3.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town take?

A direct flight to Cape Town will take on average 11h 35m to travel the 6,012 miles flying distance from London Heathrow Airport.

What’s the earliest departure time from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from London Heathrow Airport at 10:25 pm and will be landing in Cape Town at 11:00 am.

What’s the latest departure time from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town jets off at 10:25 pm and lands at 11:00 am.

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Low season

July

High season

January

Cheapest flight

$515
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 22% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Heathrow to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Heathrow to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flights

  • Can I fly directly between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town Airport (CPT)?

    Yes, you can fly directly between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town Airport with British Airways. This tends to take about 11h 30min and is the only airline that flies this route uninterrupted. There are also options for indirect flights, which take a little bit longer but may be a bit cheaper. You can fly with KLM, for example, and transfer in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) before continuing your journey.

  • Can I get through security quickly at Heathrow Airport?

    Yes, when you arrive at Heathrow Airport it is possible to get through security quickly. However, you must book this in advance by at least 24h. The Fast Track Security service is available at all the terminals in the airport, costing approximately £12.50. It’s a great way to avoid the queues and get to the waiting area or your lounge ahead of a long flight.

  • Are there hotels near the airport I can stay at?

    Yes, there are many hotels where you can stay prior to your flight from Heathrow, should you not want to be in a rush for your flight. The direct routes to Cape Town that fly from Heathrow leave from Terminal 3, so you could stay at Hilton Garden Inn, which is conveniently located only a few minutes away from the terminal building.

  • How can I get from Cape Town Airport to the city centre?

    Once you’ve landed at Cape Town Airport, it’s easy to continue your journey with the airport offering a variety of ways to travel. Apart from taxis, which are out the front of the terminal building, you can get a MyCiti bus, which takes about 30min in total and can be located on the ground floor at the front of the main terminal building.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town was $515 for a one-way ticket and $718 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in London Heathrow Airport and on arrival in Cape Town.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    When flying out of London Heathrow Airport you will be using London Heathrow. You will be landing at Cape Town, also known as Cape Town Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    Only Lufthansa offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    The Airbus A350-1000 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between London Heathrow Airport and Cape Town.

  • On which days can I fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    There are nonstop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Cape Town, KLM or SWISS?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Cape Town are KLM and SWISS. With an average price for the route of $1,133 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. SWISS is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $951 and an overall rating of 7.7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to London Heathrow Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between London Heathrow Airport and CPT can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from London Heathrow Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,359 or less one-way and $1,204 or less round-trip.
  • Getting to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) for your trip to Cape Town is easy. From the city centre, you can choose public transport such as the Piccadilly Line or the Heathrow Express; whereas, those travelling by car can reach the airport via exit 14 or 15 on the M25.
  • You may also want to check flights from Gatwick Airport (LGW) if you live in the south of the UK, as that airport might be more convenient for you. It also offers flights to Cape Town, albeit with one stop, which are of a similar cost.
  • With Cape Town being approximately a 1h 30min trip to Hermanus and a 1h journey to Grotto Bay by car, it serves as a great airport to continue your onward journey, should you be travelling to any of these locations.
  • When you’re waiting for your flight at Heathrow Airport, you can take some time for yourself at one of the many lounges they have. Lounges, like that of Aspire, provide shower facilities, Wi-Fi and a quiet zone for about £25 per person, so you can chill out before takeoff.
  • Should you require assistance with mobility at Heathrow Airport, then you can request this by calling the Assistance Host Area 48h prior to takeoff. On the day of your flight, you can either get assistance from one of the host area reception desks in the check-in zones or arrange for assistance directly from the mode of transport that you arrive in.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from London Heathrow Airport to Cape Town?

Find which airlines fly direct from Heathrow to Cape Town Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

London Heathrow to Cape Town Intl

Monday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

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Wednesday

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Thursday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

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Friday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

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Nonstop returns

Cape Town Intl to London Heathrow

Monday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, +1 more

American Airlines, British Airways, +2 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from Heathrow to Cape Town

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from London to Cape Town. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.8
KLMOverall score based on 1466 reviews
8.4Crew
7.8Boarding
7.7Comfort
7.2Entertainment
7.3Food
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Quick and efficient as always. Air France managed to loose and damage my luggage that never made it onto my KLM flight.

8.0 ExcellentBartosz, May 2024CDG - AMS
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Quick and efficient as always. Air France managed to loose and damage my luggage that never made it onto my KLM flight.

The food from Lagos to Amsterdam was was very poor compared to AMS-YYZ

The flight was again delayed for more then 2 hours with some lousy explanation regarding the reason of the delay. Although the flight was delayed for more than 2 hours, no refreshments were offered (according to EU regulations). Last 4 flights on KLM - always at least 2 hrs late. So be prepared that you cannot plan anything with KLM.

The flight was delayed for 2 hrs. Because they didn’t have a crew to fly. And it is not a first time for klm to do that. Last time they cancelled my filght and rebooked me 3 days later. Not reliable airline

Booked connecting flights with KlM. My serving flight was the furthest part of the airport. On arrival in Zurich. My two cases arrived but only one carry on belong to my son. His three suitcase didn't arrive. After enquiring we discovered they were still in Amsterdam. We landed at 11.12. We eventually left the airport just after one.

Seats are fair enough for medium tall people. Good food all the trip. Fight attendances are warm

I thought KLM was the best airline but the Lima - Amsterdam was 1 hours late, the Brussels - Amsterdam was 2.30 hours late and the Amsterdam - Lima was 30 minutes late

no issues at all... Kudos to the food. This time was really really good

Mostly fine. Minor delays departing and arriving. Quite a cramped plane, not so much as regards legroom but very narrow seats. Quiet nice food. Non-working USB charger. Flight attendants were helpful but not particularly proactive — one had to work to get their attention (but all was fine once they notice you), very Dutch style:)

I travel frequently. The flight was late again... KLM should really try and be on time

Our connecting flight to the US only had around a 25 minute layover! And our flight from Seville to Zürich was delayed! Had our flight from Zürich to Washington DC not been delayed we would have missed our flight to the US. We didn’t even know it was delayed until sprinting from the A terminal to the E terminal. Our flight from Seville landed in Seville 10 minutes after our the door was supposed to close for our flight from Zürich to the US. Not cool! Several other Swiss air passengers were in the same position as us, which I could tell bc we were all running for our lives in your airport. We booked a flight from Seville to Washington DC and the time between connecting flights was not enough and that’s not an acceptable position to put a traveler in. Especially one who spent over $1000 on their tickets.

The pilot was wonderful and enthusiastic and introduced himself over the intercom. We all felt in good hands. Crew were all super friendly and especially the young , gentleman crew member. Everything Swiss airlines represents. Hospitality, friendly and professional. Thank you. Truly a memorable short flight.

Carry on luggage size for economy passengers significantly smaller than other airlines, so nearly all ecomy passengers had their bags taken and checked.

we were late to get to this connecting flight and SWISS decided to wait for us . Very nice of them

So terrible. They would not rebook me for a flight until 2 days. I had to spend so much money to get my own flight. They were rude and not helpful.

Overall a good experience, the flight was on time, the crew very attentive and friendly. However the seats are too cramped, there is no space, and as soon as the person in front reclines the seat, it's literally in your face.

Wheelchair was the excellent service. I didn’t have any food or used entertainment. Overall for my trip experience was excellent. Thank you very much and keep up good work. Best regards

Flight canceled Terrible Post flight management Kept in airport 1 hours with promises of transport but none came

Luggage did not make it to Miami still not today! Screen did not work for couple hours- got a bate of chocolate as a peaceful offering. Crew tentative, seats are getting smaller- isle seat arm rest foes not fold- problem getting other 2 passengers to go to the toilet without hitting themselves

Crew took my carry on and checked it in; turned out to be a blessing; however the luggage was delayed at my final destination; receiving it 36 hours later. Thought, we'd get, at least water; but the Swiss chocolate was delicious. Thanks.

Cabin crew on our flight showed lack of any customer service gruff and acting annoyed if you asked anything and I mean anything Example a man on the seat over dropped his beer on my husbands blanket We asked if we could switch out blankets cabin crew Said. No we don’t have any extras OK well can you take the wet one Cabin crew looked disgusted and annoyed Took it no OK or yes just a growl

Quick flight. But cabin crew were very noisy and talking too much, especially when we were seated at the back of the plane trying to sleep through the night .

My ticket was for Premium Economy and all the seats were taken, I was placed in Economy class and I’m looking for a refund.

Unfortunately delayed 2 hrs due to faulty tyre.. which had to be changed, but better safe than sorry.

The delay was an issue. Other than that. Every thing good

Hi vergin Atlantic service was good but the flight ticket agent travel up charge me extra 57 pounds as a airport charges, actually I refuse to pay but they say if I not pay £57 then they say you will not be able to travel from Heathrow to goa ,so for me there was no option and it was just 3 day before my departure so i paid, so please look in to the matter. And I have a receipt of £ 57 as well .thanks

Staff didn’t check cabin well for landing seemed more interested in chatting to each other. Food was poor and differed from pre order.

We were in the last group to be called to the flight - which was 30 minutes late taking off. While we were lucky enough to have been given bulkhead seats (due to a medical condition I’d told them about beforehand) the seats weren’t particularly comfortable. A crying baby for the whole trip made things worse, so the crew managed very well with coping. The final thing I’d say was that there wasn’t enough food served during the flight.

Very good. Glad we had Premium for the flight out.

We flew Upper Class from London to The Turks and Caicos. Check in was amazing. Our ldriver too us directly to a special entrance to terminal 3. It took 10 minutes to check in and clear customs. Amazing! The VA lounge is large and comfortable. Boarding the flight was easy and without a wait. The crew was excellent. But the seats were awful, strange and uncomfortable. Having a comfortable flat bed seat is the reason we pays 1000s extra. The VA 787 uses a reverse herringbone configuration. Look it up. You have your back to the window and are facing the aisle with no privacy. Turning the seat into a bed requires assistance from the crew so not very spontaneous. . The food was ok. A bit tasteless and meager portions. Had to pay for WiFi. I believe VA has other configuration on their dream airbus flights. Lots of stuff about all this on YouTube where you can see what I have been describing. I can not recommend taking VA on a long flight with these seats.

Boarding process non existent. No WiFi. No entertainment. Cramped old plane. Worst Kosher meal ever presented on a flight.

Luftansa customer support on the phone were terrible. The flight itself was good. The crew were good.

Boarding was a zoo. London ground crew was useless. Poor communication regarding where to line up. We were group 2, and everyone was jammed in together. Ground crew didn’t seem to care.

Horrible flight attendant in back of economy that screamed at me, have already reported to United. Horrible food - for Gluten free, why would you assume the person is vegetarian? I was served some kind of horrible curry bean paste and multiple cold rolls and soggy vegetables with no seasoning... um no!

I was at the airport on time , I checked in my luggage . The plane was delayed and the gate was change. The flight board did not give information . I did not get chance to fly. I am going to make a claim for it

Food was OK.. nothing to rave about but it was tasty enough. Many choices to choose from for entertainment. Seats tight but comfortable. Flight attendants cheerful & helpful.

Never flown with LH before so all in all wasba good experience. Also good to know that approx 24hrs prior the flight opens up for being able to organise the seating free.

It was a short flight, no real service (which is okay). Very bumpy because of weather.

I'm Canaadian. I hate Air Canada. I used to give them a pass on their international service. No longer, They suck across the board now! Old planes, exhausted staff bad food and shitty entertainment. Your seats need reupholstered! Start with that...

Good experience. Food was great and passengers helped rearrange seats so our family could be seated together

Quick boarding process, slight delays on the tarmac prior to takeoff and a late arrival due to an emergency on the landing runway. Not the fault of the airline at all! Cabin crew was very friendly and the Captain kept the passengers well informed about what was going on

Seats did not recline. That is none of the seats on the plane are designed to recline. If you want food you need to purchase it. We flew round trip Warsaw to London- both flights were late.

The port to insert the headphones was loose and had to hold it the entire time

Every host and pilot were very professional. My next flight would be upgraded from economy to the next group.

During breakfast the fligh attendants missed one side of the plane for tea/coffee. I was on the other side and received tea. Unfortunately my husband and friends did not.

My seat was in a good row. In our section it was the first row. But it was difficult tooperate seat entertainment features > table, screen, even though I often fly.

Better and more attentive crew and more food options. Leg space is very tight.

We left our sons tablet on the British Airways plane And we can’t get a hold of anyone to try to locate it. I have to call multiple numbers.

My worst flying experience so far. This flight was delayed a total of 42 hours and diverted to New York before it was finally cancelled. It was delayed 4 and a half hours in London. As we were scanning our boarding passes at the gate they advised that the flight was being diverted to JFK since the delays caused us to missed the open hours for Charlotte international customs and immigration. We were assured multiple times by airport personnel, flight attendants, and the Pilot that we would land at JFK go through customs and immigration and then reboard the plane to fly to Charlotte in the same night. When we landed in New York the pilot advised us as we were retrieving our carry on luggage that we were delayed till 10am the next morning and to see guest services to get a room for the night. During this time I had to purchase a room for a family member in Charlotte which drove over 4 and a half hours to pick us up from Charlotte. This could have been avoided if American Airlines had been up front about the delay. Then after standing in line for over 2 and a half hours at guest services we were taken by taxi to a hotel 30 minutes out of the way. Luckily I looked for other flights that night and found one at 8 am to get on. The initial flight which we were scheduled to fly to charlotte in was delayed 12 more times and was finally cancelled 42 hours after it was supposed to land. I am unaware of what happened to the guest that were supposed to fly on the flight after we were placed on another flight but 42 hours in delays for a direct flight is absolutely ridiculous.

Really quick check in and security at Heathrow Terminal 5. Staff on board were lovely and very friendly. Could have provided a few more drinks on the flight but they were available at the back of the plane.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from London to Cape Town found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
8/26Mon
2 stops
36h 45mLHR-CPT
$515
11/24Sun
1 stopQatar Airways
23h 55mLHR-CPT
$524
9/12Thu
1 stopTurkish Airlines
16h 50mLHR-CPT
$656
10/8Tue
1 stopTurkish Airlines
28h 15mLHR-CPT
$675
11/1Fri
2 stopsSWISS
23h 40mLHR-CPT
$689
9/25Wed
1 stopKLM
25h 10mLHR-CPT
$774
8/1Thu
1 stopKLM
23h 30mLHR-CPT
$852
9/12Thu
nonstopBritish Airways
11h 35mLHR-CPT
$1,043
9/16Mon
nonstopBritish Airways
11h 35mLHR-CPT
$1,044
8/6Tue
2 stopsSWISS
27h 35mLHR-CPT
$2,651

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Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from London to Cape Town that are departing in the next 10 days.
6/17Mon
multi-stopKLM
25h 10mLHR-CPT
7/31Wed
multi-stopKLM
19h 20mCPT-LHR
$876
6/17Mon
multi-stopEthiopian Air
15h 00mLHR-CPT
7/2Tue
multi-stopEthiopian Air
17h 25mCPT-LHR
$896
6/16Sun
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
18h 10mLHR-CPT
7/7Sun
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
30h 50mCPT-LHR
$899
6/17Mon
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
36h 35mLHR-CPT
6/23Sun
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
29h 15mCPT-LHR
$1,046
6/16Sun
multi-stopKenya Airways
45h 15mLHR-CPT
7/7Sun
multi-stopKenya Airways
27h 05mCPT-LHR
$1,114
6/16Sun
nonstopBritish Airways
11h 35mLHR-CPT
7/7Sun
nonstopBritish Airways
11h 45mCPT-LHR
$1,200
6/17Mon
multi-stopSWISS
21h 00mLHR-CPT
7/31Wed
multi-stopSWISS
24h 30mCPT-LHR
$1,235
6/17Mon
nonstopBritish Airways
11h 35mLHR-CPT
7/31Wed
nonstopBritish Airways
11h 45mCPT-LHR
$1,241
6/16Sun
multi-stopKenya Airways
40h 55mLHR-CPT
7/7Sun
multi-stopKenya Airways
27h 05mCPT-LHR
$1,362
6/17Mon
multi-stopSWISS
21h 00mLHR-CPT
6/23Sun
multi-stopSWISS
22h 55mCPT-LHR
$2,243

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London Heathrow Airport - Cape Town Flights

Departure:

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)United Kingdom

Destination:

Cape Town (CPT)South Africa

Return flight deals:

Cape Town - London Heathrow Airport

Cabin classes:

$6,380
$4,524
$2,089
$1,118

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