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Cheapest return flight
R14 612
Typical prices: R13 495-R20 442
Ethiopian Air
Fri 26/1Fri 16/2
MAN - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 242
Typical prices: R10 249-R14 795
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/10
MAN - CPT • 3 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
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 14% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R16 054 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 13m (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

Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 24
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:10MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 40m2 stops Marseille Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 7:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
19h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Marseille
R14 612Ethiopian Air
Wed, Jan 27 - Thu, Feb 18
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:10MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 40m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
20h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
R14 612Ethiopian Air
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:55 - 14:10MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 15m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Addis Ababa Bole
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:50 - 12:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
24h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Oslo Gardermoen
R14 628Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 - 14:10MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 40m2 stops Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
Multiple Airlines Logo
0:10 - 0:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
25h 40m2 stops London Gatwick Dublin
R14 708Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 9
Lufthansa Logo
12:15 - 7:40MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 25m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
9:30 - 22:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
15h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R14 820Lufthansa
Sat, Jan 23 - Mon, Feb 1
Lufthansa Logo
17:45 - 10:35MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
9:30 - 22:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
15h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R14 852Lufthansa
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:30 - 23:00MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 30m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
34h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R14 852Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 30
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:30 - 12:05MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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17:20 - 15:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
24h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R14 852Turkish Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 7
Qatar Airways Logo
22:00 - 17:30MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 6:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
18h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 044Qatar Airways
Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 7
Qatar Airways Logo
22:00 - 17:30MAN  Manchester-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 6:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAN Manchester
18h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 220Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Manchester to Cape Town flights

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

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

Return flights from Manchester to Cape Town start at R14 612. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R13 495 to R20 442. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R14 612 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Cape Town and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 R13 988 return.
  • December (R21 734) and July (R21 317) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Manchester to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Manchester to Cape Town are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% 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

R6 242
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 31% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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.

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 11% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Manchester to Cape Town route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R15 156 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R17 829, a difference of R2 673. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 4% above the route average of R16 265. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Manchester to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 15 950 km.

  • 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.

  • Have flight prices from Manchester 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 R14 596 to R134 343. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 R10 028, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 13m, compared to 15h 43m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 16h 08m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

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

    Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Manchester (South Africa Time vs British 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:
    · Europcar
    · Sixt
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Hertz
    · Woodford

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

    Return flights from Manchester to Cape Town range from R13 495 to R20 442, with an average of R16 265 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 495 counts as a good deal.

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 Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R15 156 – about R2 673 less than Friday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% 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 R13 988 return in that month – typically R7 746 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.

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