BHM - CPT

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Cheapest return flight
R21 177
Typical prices: R25 808-R37 823
Qatar Airways
Wed 21/3Sat 14/4
BHM - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R22 677
Typical prices: R25 164-R28 708
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/12
BHM - CPT • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
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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February
Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Cape Town (BHM-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Birmingham to Cape Town

Sun, Mar 21 - Wed, Apr 14
Qatar Airways Logo
13:14 - 10:30BHM  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 23:11CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham
34h 41m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
R21 177Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
Qatar Airways Logo
6:32 - 10:30BHM  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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19:25 - 23:47CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham
36h 22m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
R23 243Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 11
Qatar Airways Logo
6:32 - 10:30BHM  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 18:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham
38h 04m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
R24 776Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 11
Delta Logo
9:06 - 18:35BHM  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
20:50 - 8:21CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham
19h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R25 426Delta
3+ days ago
Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 11
Delta Logo
6:23 - 18:35BHM  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 12m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
20:50 - 11:22CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham
22h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R25 493Delta
3+ days ago
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
United Airlines Logo
7:00 - 16:10BHM  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 19:54CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham
31h 04m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
R33 490United Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Dec 14 - Mon, Dec 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:15 - 7:35BHM  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:10 - 20:06CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham
32h 56m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Houston George Bush Intcntl
R34 607Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Sat, Dec 12 - Fri, Feb 19
United Airlines Logo
6:15 - 10:35BHM  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 20m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Frankfurt am Main
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 17:43CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham
28h 53m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
R34 790United Airlines
7 hours ago
Sun, Mar 21 - Wed, Apr 14
Virgin Atlantic Logo
12:19 - 18:35BHM  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:00 - 17:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham
28h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R34 940Virgin Atlantic
3+ days ago
Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:32 - 11:10BHM  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 38m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 20:49CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham
46h 49m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
R35 923Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Birmingham to Cape Town flights

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

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

Return flights from Birmingham to Cape Town typically range from R25 808 to R37 823. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R21 177 on Qatar Airways.

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Key details for Birmingham to Cape Town flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

R21 177
Beat the crowds with an average 75% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travellers.
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When to book flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

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

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

  • 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 808 to R37 823, with an average of R33 237 over the past 12 months. Anything below R25 808 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R27 364, which is 5% 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 R450 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 593 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R47 153, a difference of R21 560.

    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 Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Birmingham 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 Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R25 593, which is about R21 560 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 809 return in that month – typically R26 176 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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