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Cheapest return flight
R11 942
Typical prices: R17 067-R23 030
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Tue 27/11Mon 10/12
GLA - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Glasgow Intl Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 17% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg R14 940 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Glasgow to Cape Town (GLA-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town

Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:35 - 7:35GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
46h 00m2 stops Dublin Zurich
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11:30 - 7:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
22h 00m1 stop London Gatwick
R11 942Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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13:55 - 17:25GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 30m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 21:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
34h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin
R13 597Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:00 - 22:40GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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0:30 - 12:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
14h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R14 116KLM
Tue, Feb 9 - Fri, Feb 19
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10:40 - 5:45GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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7:30 - 22:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
16h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R14 149KLM
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 19
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19:15 - 12:10GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:55 - 8:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
15h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
R15 690British Airways
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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17:15 - 12:10GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:55 - 8:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
15h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
R15 690British Airways
Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 10
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18:45 - 12:10GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:55 - 8:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
15h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
R15 690British Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 2
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14:40 - 16:40GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:40 - 11:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
23h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
R18 400Emirates
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 2
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14:40 - 16:40GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:40 - 11:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
23h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
R18 416Emirates
Wed, Feb 10 - Thu, Feb 18
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13:35 - 19:55GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:00 - 11:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
52h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
R19 487Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 27% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town at R16 177 return.
•December (R24 014) and July (R22 570) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R11 942
Best time to beat the crowds (3% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town

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

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town.

  • How long is a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 16 447 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport 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 Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town range from R17 067 to R23 030, with an average of R19 404 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 067 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 18% above the route average of R19 404. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Glasgow Intl Airport 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 R11 942 to R86 025. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Glasgow Intl (GLA) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 28% on the Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R17 978 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R24 777, a difference of R6 799. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 11m, compared to 15h 36m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 17h 57m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Glasgow Intl Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Glasgow Intl Airport (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 Glasgow Intl Airport 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 Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average R17 978 – about R6 799 less than Sunday (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town trip for May. Fares historically average R16 177 return in that month – typically R7 837 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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