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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,107. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cape Town.$376 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $376, select.

Cape Town.$377 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $377, select.

Cape Town.$447 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $447, select.

Cape Town.$563 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with APG Distribution System.Outbound direct flight with APG Distribution System departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $563, select.

Cape Town.$569 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $569, select.

Cape Town.$589 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $589, select.

Cape Town.$671 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $671, select.

Cape Town.$671 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $671, select.

Cape Town.$734 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound direct flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $734, select.

Cape Town.$766 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $766, select.

Cape Town.$776 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $776, select.

Cape Town.$778 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $778, select.

Cape Town.$788 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $788, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Cape Town

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London Gatwick to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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London to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$376
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	11 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airline	Norse Atlantic Airways (UK)
Average flights per week	10

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London Gatwick to Cape Town?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Cape Town is $562. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from London Gatwick to Cape Town?

11 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Cape Town.

Which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick to Cape Town?

Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and APG Distribution System fly direct from London Gatwick to Cape Town.

How many flights are there a week from London Gatwick to Cape Town?

As of May 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Cape Town.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Gatwick to Cape Town?

The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Cape Town is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Airport on Monday, 25 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 35 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cape Town?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cape Town?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town with?

Currently, Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town International Airport is 11 hours 55 minutes.
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, making Cape Town two hours ahead of London.
Each week, there are four London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, take the 20:00 Norse Atlantic UK flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:30 with British Airways.
To ensure you get on your LGW to CPT flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Cape Town (and then discovering more of South Africa!) is a breeze with British Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
Among carriers operating LGW to CPT flights, British Airways has the best record for on-time arrivals.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LGW and CPT include:
- Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
- Franz Josef Strauss Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

$376 is the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start at $562. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book three months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LGW to CPT.
Schedule your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LGW to CPT by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and explore beyond Cape Town's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport about one week before your trip.

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

Cape Town International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to CPT in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of South Africa

Paarl is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.