Cape Town to London (CPT–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CPT–LHR is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. British Airways, Finnair and Iberia lead the route. The flight covers 6,016 miles in approximately 12h. Beyond nonstop, 16 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways | 17 | 777, 77W | 12h-12h10 | – | Oneworld | – |
| AY Finnair | 14 | 777, 77W | 12h-12h10 | – | Oneworld | – |
| IB Iberia | 14 | 777, 77W | 12h-12h10 | – | Oneworld | – |
| VS Virgin Atlantic | 7 | 789 | 12h | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CPT: SAST · LHR: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Cape Town, it's 4:00 PM in London.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
CPT–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CPT to LHR
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from Finnair, British Airways, Iberia and Virgin Atlantic. With 52 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CPT to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CPT to LHR ranges from 12 hours 0 minutes to 12 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 6,016 miles (9,682 km). There are approximately 52 weekly flights outbound and 34 return, totaling 86 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 18 hours via ADD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.