Cheap Flights from Cape Town to London Stansted

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to London Stansted

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to London Stansted flights are currently cheapest in October.

Cape Town to London Stansted: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Stansted.

Cape Town to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,092
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to London Stansted: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to London Stansted is R 11,019. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to London Stansted. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,019.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to London Stansted.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to London Stansted is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to London Stansted Airport on Monday, 10 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and London Stansted Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London Stansted but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Stansted.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know

  • London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London two hours behind Cape Town.

  • Your CPT to STN flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you want to visit another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Stansted Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between CPT and STN.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Stansted Airport (STN)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Stansted Airport flight is R 6,092. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 11,019. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CPT to STN if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport to Stansted Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Picking up cheap flights from CPT to STN is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Stansted Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CPT touch down on schedule 81.65% of the time.

  • To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Have an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Stansted Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CPT:

Arriving at Stansted Airport (STN)

Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London

  • From Stansted Airport, London is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Stansted Airport (STN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Stansted Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Stansted Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from CPT to STN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

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