Cape Town to London (CPT–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CPT–LGW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Norse Atlantic UK Ltd leads the route. The flight covers 5,992 miles in approximately 11h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z0 Norse Atlantic UK Ltd | 3 | 789 | 11h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CPT: SAST · LGW: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Cape Town, it's 5:00 PM in London.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
CPT–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CPT to LGW
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from Norse Atlantic UK Ltd. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CPT to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CPT to LGW ranges from 11 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,992 miles (9,642 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via MUC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.