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Cheapest return flight
£674
Typical prices: £660-£959
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Thu 15/2Wed 28/2
MAN - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£321
Typical prices: £483-£696
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/1
MAN - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Manchester and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 13% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg £763 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Cape Town (MAN-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Manchester to Cape Town

Mon, 15 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
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06:05 - 07:40MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 35m2 stops Dublin Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:35 - 11:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
42h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£674Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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17:05 - 06:25MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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08:30 - 21:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
15h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£675Air France
Mon, 16 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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10:10 - 23:00MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 50m3 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda Istanbul
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17:15 - 18:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
27h 20m3 stops Istanbul Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
£675Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Air France Logo
17:05 - 06:25MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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08:30 - 21:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
15h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£675Air France
Mon, 9 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:10MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 40m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 07:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
19h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Marseille
£677Ethiopian Air
Tue, 17 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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18:30 - 14:10MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 40m2 stops Marseille Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 08:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
20h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
£678Ethiopian Air
Fri, 15 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan
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09:05 - 06:25MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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00:30 - 12:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
14h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£679KLM
Mon, 19 Apr - Mon, 10 May
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10:40 - 11:50MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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16:35 - 09:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
18h 00m1 stop Istanbul
£684Turkish Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Tue, 22 Dec
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22:30 - 23:00MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 09:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
18h 25m1 stop Istanbul
£684Turkish Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec
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10:55 - 06:25MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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07:30 - 20:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£689KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Manchester to Cape Town flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Cape Town. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Cape Town at £666 return.
•December (£1,021) and July (£1,006) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Manchester to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Manchester to Cape Town are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Manchester to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£321
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 94% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Manchester to Cape Town

When to book flights from Manchester to Cape Town

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Manchester to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A direct flight from Manchester to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 6,158 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Manchester 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.

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

    Return flights from Manchester to Cape Town range from £660 to £959, with an average of £767 over the past 12 months. Anything below £660 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Manchester to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 1% above the £767 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Manchester to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £442, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Manchester to Cape Town usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Manchester to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £730 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £823, a difference of £93.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 18m, compared to 15h 24m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 15h 48m via Zurich (ZRH).

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

    Cape Town is 2 hours ahead of Manchester (South Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Newlands Cricket Ground, and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

  • Can I hire a car at Cape Town Airport?

    Yes, you can hire a car at Cape Town Airport. The airport has a car hire centre located in International Arrivals, on the ground floor of the terminal building. Providers such as Dollar, Thrifty, and Alamo can provide you with a vehicle to suit your travel needs.

  • Where can I change money at Cape Town Airport?

    If you prefer to wait until your arrival in Cape Town to convert cash into rand, there is a currency exchange office located in the International Arrivals hall and in the Central Terminal Concourse of Cape Town Airport. You can also find a few bank ATMS around the airport premises.

  • Are there on-site hotels at Cape Town Airport?

    No, there are no on-site hotels at Cape Town Airport. However, you can find a number of accommodations within a few miles of the terminal building. The Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport offers a 24h round-trip airport shuttle at a surcharge, while the Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport offers a free airport shuttle service upon request.

  • What other nearby cities are served by Cape Town Airport?

    Cape Town Airport services the Cape Town metropolitan area as well as the Western Cape of South Africa as its primary air hub. This region encompasses several districts, including Cape Metropole, West Coast, and Cape Winelands, as well as Robben Island.

  • What stopover routes do major airlines offer between these cities?

    KLM, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways offer some of the most popular stopover flights from Manchester to Cape Town. KLM flights have a stopover at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), while stopovers on Turkish Airlines flights are in Istanbul. Qatar Airways has a stopover at Doha International (DOH)

  • What routes does Ethiopian Air offer between these cities?

    Ethiopian Air provides some of the cheapest flights from Manchester to Cape Town and only offers one specific route, several times a day. These flights depart from Manchester Airport (MAN) and arrive at Cape Town International Airport, with a single stopover at Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) en route.

  • What is the baggage allowance on Ethiopian Air flights?

    The standard ticket offered on Ethiopian Air flights has a baggage policy of one carry-on cabin bag and two checked bags. Checked bags must be 158 cm or smaller and can't weigh more than 23 kg per bag. You can add extra luggage while booking online if you need more.

  • Which airlines offer the most Co2-reduced flights?

    Flights that offer fewer Co2 emissions are a great way to lower your carbon footprint while travelling. KLM offers an ideal option with single stopover flights that go via Amsterdam Schiphol and have 55% fewer Co2 emissions. Flights with Air France that go via Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Amsterdam Airport have a 52% reduction in Co2 emissions.

Your guide to booking Manchester 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £730, about £93 less than Friday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 16% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manchester to Cape Town trip for April. Fares historically average £666 return in that month – typically £355 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) is the principal airport serving the Greater Manchester area and is the focus city for several airlines such as Virgin Atlantic, Aer Lingus, and charter airline TUI Airways. A number of low-budget air carriers also use Manchester Airport as a focus city, including Ryanair, easyJet, and Jet2.
  • There are no direct flights from Manchester Airport to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), but you can get a one-stop service on this route. KLM is one of the airlines offering this service, with a brief stopover at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). Emirates is another, with transfers at Dubai International Airport (DXB).
  • If you’re travelling with young children, consider a trip to the Runway Visitors Park about 3 miles from Manchester Airport. You can get bus route 200 from Manchester Airport train station to take you there and spend an hour or two enjoying runway landings and take-offs. The park also offers special events including Concorde tours and Junior Flyers academies for kids.
  • A great place to relax and unwind before your flight is at an airport lounge. Manchester Airport offers Escape Lounges at Terminals 1, 2 and 3, where you can reserve table service and enjoy a complimentary food and beverage menu plus free WiFi, all for about £20 per person. 1903 Lounge at Terminal 2 also offers table service with complimentary champagne, hot food, and free WiFi for about £32.50 per person.
  • Consider a public option for transit to Manchester Airport instead of driving or taking a taxi. The Metrolink tram connects from Manchester Victoria Station to the station at the airport. There are also direct trains from Manchester Victoria Station which run about every 10min with a journey lasting between 20 and 30min depending on the operator. Northern Rail ticket prices start at about £4.30 per person one way.
  • One of the best ways to get to the city centre from Cape Town Airport (CPT) is to use a rideshare app. Rideshare prices are a lot lower than on-site airport taxis and they'll collect you from the same underground parking. Head down to the P2 parking garage to be picked up.
  • When flying from Manchester Airport (MAN), two on-site hotels cater to early morning departures. The Radisson Blu Manchester Airport Hotel is directly connected to the terminal, offering modern rooms, dining options, and fitness facilities. The Hilton Manchester Airport Hotel is also conveniently located and provides comfortable accommodations, dining, and a complimentary shuttle service.

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