Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
To ensure you catch your LCY to CPT flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like February? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from London City Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a top stopover on the LCY to CPT route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London City Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight is R 8,279. A round-trip ticket is currently R 12,080. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LCY to CPT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from London City Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
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Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
74.57% of flights that depart London City Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London City Airport is about 11 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from London City Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LCY:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Reserve a hotel close to CPT if you're catching a late London City Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and find adventure across Cape Town and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Cape Town International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
June is the most popular month for flights from London City Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Cape Town in April.
Book your flight from London City Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LCY to CPT in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. About 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a visit to Paarl will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
If you're eager to discover another side of South Africa, consider Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are highlights.