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Flight deals from Cape Town to Manchester

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town to Manchester? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Manchester.577 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov, returning Sun, 16 Nov.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Manchester on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 577 €, select.
Manchester.579 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Fri, 28 Nov.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Manchester on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 579 €, select.
Manchester.588 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Manchester on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 588 €, select.
Manchester.592 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jul, returning Sat, 16 Aug.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Manchester on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 592 €, select.
Manchester.594 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Manchester on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 594 €, select.
Manchester.595 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Manchester on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 595 €, select.
Manchester.603 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May, returning Fri, 16 May.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Manchester on Fri, 16 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 603 €, select.
Manchester.629 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Jun, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Manchester on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 629 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Manchester

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Manchester flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from 603 €
Jun
from 588 €
Jul
from 859 €
Aug
from 752 €
Sep
from 775 €
Oct
from 842 €
Nov
from 577 €
Dec
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Apr
from 828 €

Cape Town to Manchester: Alternative routes

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

Cape Town to Manchester: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found577 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Manchester: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Manchester is 577 €. 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 Manchester. But we found flights with one or more stops from 577 €.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Manchester.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Manchester is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Manchester Airport on Sunday, 9 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, KLM offers the cheapest flight tickets to Manchester.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Manchester is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Cape Town.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CPT to MAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Manchester Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CPT and MAN:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • At the moment, 270 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Manchester Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 577 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from CPT to MAN, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport to Manchester Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from CPT to MAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Manchester Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from CPT touch down on schedule 81.65% of the time.

  • Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Manchester Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to CPT:

Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)

Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester

  • Manchester Airport to the centre of Manchester has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Manchester Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Manchester based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Manchester Airport for July if you'd like to explore Manchester during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CPT to MAN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • You've done Manchester, now it's time to explore more of United Kingdom. Travel around 257 kilometres south-east to London to check off its top attractions. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 113 kilometres south of Manchester. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are among its highlights.

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