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Cheapest return flight
£506
Typical prices: £786-£1,190
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Sun 7/10Fri 12/10
BFS - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£509
Typical prices: £539-£846
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/2
BFS - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Belfast and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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BFS - CPT
Cheapest • 25% average savings
BHD - CPT
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 36% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg £529 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Belfast to Cape Town

 
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Recent return flight deals from Belfast to Cape Town

Wed, 7 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
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06:10 - 22:10BFS  Belfast Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 00m1 stop London Gatwick
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00:10 - 07:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BFS Belfast Intl
32h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
£506Multiple Airlines
Tue, 9 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
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18:15 - 12:10BHD  Belfast City-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:55 - 08:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHD Belfast City
15h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
£747British Airways
Mon, 8 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
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19:40 - 12:10BHD  Belfast City-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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22:10 - 13:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHD Belfast City
17h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
£747British Airways
Sun, 7 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
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17:35 - 12:10BHD  Belfast City-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:55 - 08:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHD Belfast City
15h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
£747British Airways
Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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06:10 - 22:10BFS  Belfast Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 00m1 stop London Gatwick
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13:15 - 15:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-BFS Belfast Intl
27h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Manchester
£761Multiple Airlines
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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08:10 - 14:10BFS  Belfast Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 00m2 stops Manchester Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 19:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BFS Belfast Intl
30h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Manchester
£762Multiple Airlines
Tue, 9 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
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19:30 - 12:10BHD  Belfast City-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:55 - 08:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHD Belfast City
15h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
£766British Airways
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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08:10 - 14:10BFS  Belfast Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 00m2 stops Manchester Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 19:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BFS Belfast Intl
30h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Manchester
£773Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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09:50 - 21:25BHD  Belfast City-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:15 - 16:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHD Belfast City
18h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£822KLM
Sun, 7 Feb - Fri, 12 Feb
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17:20 - 09:45BHD  Belfast City-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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18:25 - 09:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHD Belfast City
40h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
£874KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Belfast to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Belfast to Cape Town with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Belfast to Cape Town?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Belfast to Cape Town and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Belfast to Cape Town?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Belfast to Cape Town at £637 return.
  • July (£1,249) and August (£1,151) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 96% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Belfast to Cape Town flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£506
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flights from Belfast Intl Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Belfast to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Belfast 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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Your Belfast to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Belfast to Cape Town?

    Flights from Belfast to Cape Town may depart from several airports in Belfast area, including Belfast Intl (BFS) and Belfast City (BHD). Flights usually arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Belfast to Cape Town?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Belfast to Cape Town.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Belfast to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Belfast to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 70% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • London Gatwick (LGW) – 11% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Belfast to Cape Town?

    On the Belfast to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 19%. Saturday is the cheapest day at £896 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £1,097 – a £201 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Camps Bay Beach, and Newlands Cricket Ground. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Belfast to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Belfast to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 6,287 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Belfast to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Belfast to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £506 to £2,959. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Belfast to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Belfast to Cape Town are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £680.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Belfast to Cape Town?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 24m, compared to 20h 27m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 20h 57m via London Gatwick (LGW).

  • What is the time difference between Belfast and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Belfast (South Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Europcar
    · Sixt
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Hertz
    · Woodford

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Belfast to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Belfast to Cape Town range from £786 to £1,190, with an average of £994 over the past 12 months. Anything below £786 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Belfast to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average £896 – about £201 less than Sunday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Belfast to Cape Town trip for November. Fares historically average £637 return in that month – typically £612 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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