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Quick Flight Summary from Cape Town to Manchester

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $749
  • Direct flight duration 21 hour 20 min
  • Arrival airports MAN / QQM
  • Best days to book Sunday, Saturday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $581

Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Manchester

Best Price

Swiss

Swiss
28 Sep, Mon
Cape Town – Manchester
1d 1h 15m
1 stop
CPTMAN
Shortest Flight

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
20 Sep, Sun
Cape Town – Manchester
15h
1 stop
CPTMAN

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
19 Sep, Sat
Cape Town – Manchester
23h 45m
1 stop
CPTMAN

British Airways

British Airways
21 Sep, Mon
Cape Town – Manchester
21h 20m
1 stop
CPTMAN

Last update: 18 September 2026 21:38

Estimated Prices for Cape Town to Manchester Flights

Cheapest Day2 October Friday
Best Price
$489
Average Price
$615
$741
$489
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$741
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$489
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Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Cape Town City Center

Cape Town Intl. Airport

In Cape Town, which the largest and most crowded city of South Africa, you can use buses and taxis for going to the airport. It is also possible to reach the airport in a short time by renting a car in the city.

Taxi

You can get to the airport in about 20 minutes by getting on a taxi. Using a taxi may be a better choice because buses are very crowded and the weather is too hot.

Bus

For going to the airport, you can an also use the buses, which are the most popular public transportation vehicles in the city. You can reach the airport after a travel of approximately 40 minutes by using the buses operating all day long except late hours of the night.

Car Rental

Since the distance between the airport and the city center is short, car rental, which is more expensive option than others, is less preferred. However, if you want to rent a car, you can get a car from many companies that you can find on the internet.

Airport Information

Cape Town Airport has a single terminal building with multiple floors. At the airport, there are banks where you can perform your currency exchange transactions and a store where you can buy souvenirs, clothes and books. Furthermore, at Spur Restaurant, you can taste local foods and drink something while waiting for your flight. At this restaurant which is located on a very wide area, you can spend time watching the takeoff and landing of the planes as well as enjoying the delicacies of Cape Town and world cuisine.

Transportation to Manchester City Center from Airport

Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport was ranked the 3rd busiest airport in the UK, in terms of passenger traffic, in 2015. It is a major international airport operating both domestic and international flights out of 3 passenger terminals. The airport offers a range of services aimed at meeting passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs.

There are a variety of transportation alternatives to get to the city center from Manchester Airport, including taxi, bus, train, tram, bicycle, and rental car. The airport is located 15 km from the city center, so any method you choose will be a convenient and quick option.  

Taxi

Taking a taxi from the airport to the city center is quite convenient and fast. Taxis are readily available outside of the terminal exits once you land. A taxi to the city center from the airport should take less than 30 minutes, under normal traffic conditions, and cost around 20-30 pounds. The airport also features private hire taxis through the company Arrow Cars. This service can accommodate up to 8 passengers and provides comfortable and reliable transportation to the city.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Manchester Airport is by bus. Buses depart from The Station, Manchester Airport’s ground transport interchange. Buses are an affordable and convenient way to get to the city. There are 9 different bus routes that operate between the airport and the city. The bus you need to take will depend on your destination in the city.

Train

Trains are another affordable and convenient method of transportation to get to the city from the airport. Trains depart from the Manchester Airport railway station, which is located at The Station. Trains operate every day of the week and run every 10 minutes. A train from the airport to the city center takes about 20 minutes.

Tram

There is a Metrolink station at the airport for those who want to take the tram to the city center. The tram is accessible from The Station and provides convenient transportation to the city. Trams operates every day of the week and run every 12-15 minutes and provide comfortable transportation to many parts of the city.

Bicycle

Manchester Airport places great emphasis on the use of bicycles as an environmentally friendly transportation alternative. There are designated bike paths between the airport and the city center and special parking areas for bicycles at the airport. Thanks to these paths and cycle bays passengers can ride their bikes to and from the airport.

Rental Car

Another transportation alternative to get to the city is by rental car. Renting a car is also a great way to get around in the city and explore the surrounding areas during your trip. There are various rental car offices located at the airport. Since the airport is located 15 km away, you can enjoy a comfortable drive to the city center. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Europcar, Enterprise, Hertz and Sixt.

Manchester Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Saturday
19 Sep
Cloudy
19°16°
Sunday
20 Sep
Cloudy
17°13°
Monday
21 Sep
Cloudy
19°11°
Tuesday
22 Sep
Cloudy
21°15°
Wednesday
23 Sep
Clear
18°13°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Cape Town-Manchester flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Cape Town-Manchester flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Cape Town-Manchester flights, you can use Cape Town Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly station Railway Station for arrival.
The flight distance between Cape Town-Manchester is 9921 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 12 hour 20 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Cape Town-Manchester flights is Monday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Turkish Airlines starts from approximately $489.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
British Airways
$741
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments
Turkish Airlines
$489
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 46 kg checked baggage / Paid Change / Partial Refund / Complimentary Refreshments

Last update: 17.09.2026

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