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

Flights from Birmingham to Cape Town usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

Most connecting flights from Birmingham to Cape Town pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Birmingham to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R25 344 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R46 695, a difference of R21 351. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Cape Town Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town?

A direct flight from Birmingham to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 21 364 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham 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 are flight prices from Birmingham to Cape Town looking right now?

One-way fares from Birmingham to Cape Town are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R27 860.

What is the time difference between Birmingham and Cape Town?

Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Birmingham (South Africa Time vs Central 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 R49 for economy cars. Top options include: • Sixt • Europcar • Woodford • GREEN MOTION • Hertz

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

Return flights from Birmingham to Cape Town range from R25 558 to R37 456, with an average of R32 915 over the past 12 months. Anything below R25 558 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Birmingham to Cape Town?

Return flights from Birmingham to Cape Town typically range from R25 558 to R37 456. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R25 163 on Virgin Atlantic.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town?

Virgin Atlantic (R25 163) and Delta (R25 245) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Birmingham to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Birmingham to Cape Town?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R38 748. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Birmingham to Cape Town, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for Birmingham to Cape Town stopovers at 10h over the past 3 months.

R25 163 CHEAP FLIGHTS from Birmingham to Cape Town (BHM - CPT)

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Cheapest return flight

R25 163

Typical prices: R25 558-R37 456

Virgin Atlantic

Thu 18/1Thu 1/2

BHM - CPT • 1 stop

Cheapest one-way flight

R26 631

Typical prices: R24 919-R28 430

Multiple Airlines

Sat 15/12

BHM - CPT • 2 stops

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There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

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Recent return flight deals from Birmingham to Cape Town

Mon, Jan 18 - Mon, Feb 1

12:19 - 18:35BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

20:50 - 15:08CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

26h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R25 163Virgin Atlantic

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Mon, Jan 18 - Mon, Feb 1

12:19 - 18:35BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

20:50 - 21:00CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

32h 10m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R25 245Delta

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Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 31

13:59 - 22:40BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 41m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

0:30 - 20:05CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

27h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R25 724KLM

Just now

Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Mar 8

7:00 - 16:10BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:50 - 23:16CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

34h 26m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

R28 958United Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 31

17:42 - 10:30BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 23:18CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

41h 03m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

R29 502Qatar Airways

3+ days ago

Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7

14:35 - 12:10BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 35m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

18:55 - 17:11CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

30h 16m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

R30 822British Airways

3+ days ago

Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7

6:15 - 18:00BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark

20:50 - 20:24CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

31h 34m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

R31 020United Airlines

1 day ago

Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Mar 8

13:59 - 18:35BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

20:50 - 15:08CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

26h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R33 083Virgin Atlantic

3+ days ago

Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Mar 8

9:17 - 18:35BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

20:50 - 16:53CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

28h 03m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

R33 495Delta

3+ days ago

Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Mar 8

13:59 - 12:05BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

38h 06m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson London Heathrow Istanbul

17:15 - 22:54CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

37h 39m3 stops Istanbul London Gatwick Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R33 825Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

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How much is a return flight from Birmingham to Cape Town? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town departing in January.

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Cheapest flight	R25 163

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How long is a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town?
A direct flight from Birmingham to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 21 364 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Cape Town flight?
Return flights from Birmingham to Cape Town range from R25 558 to R37 456, with an average of R32 915 over the past 12 months. Anything below R25 558 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Birmingham to Cape Town looking right now?
One-way fares from Birmingham to Cape Town are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R27 860.
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 R49 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Sixt
• Europcar
• Woodford
• GREEN MOTION
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Cape Town?
Flights from Birmingham to Cape Town usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).
Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Cape Town pass through?
Most connecting flights from Birmingham to Cape Town pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Cape Town?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Birmingham to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R25 344 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R46 695, a difference of R21 351.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Birmingham and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Birmingham (South Africa Time vs Central 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 Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Cape Town Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R25 344, about R21 351 less than Thursday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average R25 559 return in that month – typically R25 922 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

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