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Find the cheapest month to fly from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town

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

Glasgow Intl to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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

Glasgow to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found449 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town is 449 €. 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 Glasgow Intl to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from 449 €.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Glasgow Intl to Cape Town is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Cape Town Airport on Sunday, 9 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Glasgow Intl Airport and Cape Town 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 Cape Town 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 Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

  • Cape Town is two hours ahead of Glasgow and is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • To ensure you get on your GLA to CPT flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between GLA and CPT:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Dubai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • At the moment, 288 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 449 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from GLA to CPT, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • Finding cheap flights from Glasgow International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.

  • Landing cheap flights from GLA to CPT is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Glasgow International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)

  • Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on time at their destination.

  • Glasgow International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to GLA:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Cape Town. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from GLA to CPT in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of South Africa

  • You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to discover other corners of South Africa. Journey around 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to tick off its popular sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Worcester is another favourite destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No journey is complete without dropping by Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.

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