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Cheapest return flight
R13 364
Typical prices: R14 971-R21 402
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Sat 1/12Sat 8/12
BHX - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: R10 847-R15 230
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/2
BHX - CPT • 2 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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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 14% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Zurich (ZRH)
Cheapest • Avg R15 571 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 15h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Cape Town (BHX-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Birmingham to Cape Town

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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18:20 - 17:25BHX  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
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23:10 - 21:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham
24h 40m2 stops London Gatwick Dublin
R13 364Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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11:05 - 7:40BHX  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:10 - 12:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham
19h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R13 529Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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10:55 - 7:40BHX  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:10 - 12:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham
19h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R13 695Lufthansa
2 days ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 23
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11:05 - 7:40BHX  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:10 - 12:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham
19h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R13 695Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Sun, Dec 13
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10:55 - 7:40BHX  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:20 - 8:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham
24h 50m1 stop Zurich
R13 711Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 17
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10:55 - 7:40BHX  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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20:05 - 18:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham
23h 55m1 stop Zurich
R13 975Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, Apr 19 - Tue, Apr 27
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5:55 - 21:25BHX  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:15 - 22:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham
23h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R15 066KLM
3+ days ago
Mon, Apr 19 - Tue, Apr 27
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5:55 - 21:25BHX  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:45 - 22:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham
23h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
R15 859KLM
3+ days ago
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15
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16:50 - 23:00BHX  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 9:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham
18h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R16 206Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15
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16:50 - 23:00BHX  Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 9:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-BHX Birmingham
18h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R16 288Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

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.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town. It's 12% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town at R15 115 return.
•July (R22 037) and August (R20 534) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Birmingham to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Birmingham to Cape Town are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Birmingham to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 59% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 87% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Birmingham to Cape Town

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.

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

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

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

    A direct flight from Birmingham to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 15 779 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 R14 971 to R21 402, with an average of R17 519 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 971 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the R17 519 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham 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 R13 364 to R119 452. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 R12 363.

  • 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 averaging R441 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

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

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

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

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

    • Istanbul (IST) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Birmingham to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R15 479 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R20 088, a difference of R4 609.

    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 Birmingham to Cape Town?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 42m, compared to 16h 04m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 17h 01m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

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

    Cape Town is 2 hours ahead of Birmingham (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 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R15 479, which is about R4 609 less than Saturday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Cape Town trip for March. Fares historically average R15 115 return in that month – typically R6 922 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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