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Cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Manchester

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week: 19 Jan - 25 Jan

Flights from just R 13 689

R 15 191

R 16 254

R 20 341

R 18 326

R 15 785

R 35 745

R 33 889

R 15 680

R 13 689

R 18 833

R 14 105

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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

126%Trains are 126% more expensive in Manchester than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 20,00

ManchesterR 45,17

MealMid-priced restaurant

69%The average meal is 69% more expensive in Manchester than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 200,00

ManchesterR 338,75

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

254%Taxis are 254% more expensive in Manchester than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 25,50

ManchesterR 90,33

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

117%Coffee is 117% more expensive in Manchester than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 37,24

ManchesterR 80,89

Exchange rate

1 ZAR = 0.05 GBP

1 GBP = 22.53 ZAR

Last checked on Sat, 11/15

Distance: 9925 kms

Cape Town airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms

Manchester airports

Manchester International (MAN)How far from city centre: 15 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Cape Town to Manchester

Planning a trip from Cape Town to Manchester? eDreams offers a wide selection of flights to Manchester from Cape Town. Book your flights with us and benefit from our competitive prices and easy-to-use platform.

Time Difference between Cape Town and Manchester

Cape Town is 2 hours ahead of Manchester. Please note that this time difference may vary due to Daylight Saving Time. Be sure to check the specific times for your travel dates.

Best Time to Fly to Manchester

Manchester experiences a temperate maritime climate, characterised by mild winters and cool summers. Average temperatures range from 8°C in winter to 18°C in summer. Book your flights to Manchester from Cape Town with eDreams and enjoy a pleasant trip.

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is the main airport serving Cape Town. It's the second busiest airport in South Africa and the fourth busiest in Africa, offering both domestic and international flights to Manchester from Cape Town. It's a key transport hub for the region and an important gateway to South Africa.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport is located approximately 20 kilometres from the city centre. It was opened in 1954, replacing Wingfield Aerodrome. The airport serves as a major hub for flights to Manchester from Cape Town and other destinations. The airport has separate domestic and international terminals, both connected by a common central terminal building, making it easy to navigate for those catching flights to Manchester from Cape Town.

Main Airlines for this route

Here are some of the airlines that offer flights to Manchester from Cape Town:

British Airways
Virgin Atlantic
KLM

Manchester Airports

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Airport Information

Manchester Airport (MAN)

Manchester Airport is the main international airport serving the Greater Manchester area and the third busiest airport in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of facilities including shops, restaurants, currency exchange, and car rental services.

Getting to the city centre from Manchester Airport is easy thanks to the many transport options. The train is the fastest way, taking around 20 minutes to reach Manchester Piccadilly station. Trains depart every 10 minutes. The bus is another option, taking around 40-45 minutes. Taxis are also available.

If you prefer to have your own vehicle, car rental services are offered at the airport. You can book flights to Manchester from Cape Town and car rentals with eDreams.

What to Do and See in Manchester

Planning your flights to Manchester from Cape Town? Manchester is a vibrant city with a rich industrial heritage and a modern cultural scene. From historic sites to exciting attractions, there's something for everyone.

National Football Museum: Immerse yourself in the history of English football, explore exhibits, and test your skills in interactive displays.
Science and Industry Museum: Discover Manchester's industrial past and its impact on the world through fascinating exhibits and interactive experiences.
The John Rylands Library: Admire the stunning architecture of this historic library and explore its vast collection of rare books and manuscripts.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Cape Town to Manchester

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to United Kingdom. At eDreams have you covered!

For flights from Cape Town to Manchester, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Cape Town to Manchester is R6797. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Manchester more expensive than Cape Town to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Manchester costs about $ 90.33 ZAR, 254% more expensive than Cape Town, with a fare of $ 25.50 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 126% more at Manchester: $ 45.17 ZAR versus $ 20.00 ZAR at Cape Town.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 338.75 ZAR in Manchester, 69% more than the 200.00 ZAR in Cape Town.

The price of the coffee is around 117% more expensive in Manchester, with an average of 80.89 ZAR , while in Cape Town the coffee costs 37.24 ZAR.

How long does the flight from Cape Town to Manchester take?

Flight length from Cape Town to Manchester is around 15:41 hours on average, at an average distance of 11 646 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Manchester compared to Cape Town?

While in Cape Town the temperatures can reach an average of 28.98 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9 mm ,Manchester's temperatures can go up to 26.08 ºC during the hot season, with 3 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -2.77 ºC in Manchester, compared to the 4.54 ºC average degrees reported in Cape Town. During the winter period, Cape Town can register 12 mm precipitation, while Manchester have an average of 3 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Cape Town and Manchester?

The main route from Cape Town to Manchester is: Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Manchester International (MAN). The following airlines fly this route:

Klm Royal Dutch Airlines.

Lufthansa.

Swiss International Air Lines.

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