Cape Town to London Flights
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to London (LON) connect South Africa and United Kingdom. The great-circle distance is approximately 9,681 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 13 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CPT and LON, LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY. The reverse route is London to Cape Town. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Destination
- London, United Kingdom
- Distance
- 9,681 km
- Typical duration
- about 13 hours
- Origin codes
- CPT
- Destination codes
- LON, LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cape Town to London
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Route overview
Cape Town to London is a city-pair air route between South Africa and United Kingdom. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CPT and LON. Related codes: CPT → LON, LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 9,681 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 13 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
London airports and metro codes: LON, LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route London to Cape Town, other destinations from Cape Town, and other origins into London.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to London?
Direct flights from Cape Town to London typically take about 13 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cape Town to London?
The great-circle distance between Cape Town and London is approximately 9,681 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cape Town to London?
Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT). London is commonly searched with code LON (related: LON, LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY).
Are there direct flights from Cape Town to London?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from London to Cape Town?
The reverse city pair is London to Cape Town. Distance is the same great-circle measure (9,681 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cape Town to London route connect?
This route connects South Africa (Cape Town) with United Kingdom (London).