Manchester to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Cape Town (CPT) connect United Kingdom and South Africa. The great-circle distance is approximately 9,917 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 13 to 14 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include MAN and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Manchester. 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
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 9,917 km
- Typical duration
- about 13 to 14 hours
- Origin codes
- MAN
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Manchester to Cape Town
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Route overview
Manchester to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between United Kingdom and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are MAN and CPT. Related codes: MAN → CPT.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 9,917 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 13 to 14 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Manchester airports and metro codes: MAN.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Manchester, other destinations from Manchester, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Manchester to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Manchester to Cape Town typically take about 13 to 14 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Manchester to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Manchester and Cape Town is approximately 9,917 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Manchester to Cape Town?
Manchester is commonly searched with code MAN (related: MAN). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Manchester to Cape Town?
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 Cape Town to Manchester?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Manchester. Distance is the same great-circle measure (9,917 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Manchester to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects United Kingdom (Manchester) with South Africa (Cape Town).
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