Star Alliance members Lufthansa & SWISS are offering a deal from London to Cape Town, South Africa starting at just £331 (~€379). This deal doesn’t include checked luggage but you can add it for £30 (~€34) per way. Departures are available from October to March 2025.
Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to Lufthansa with your selected flight dates.
First, you will take a feeder flight to one of the Lufthansa Group hubs with non-stop flights to Cape Town (Zurich, Munich, or Frankfurt). If you fly from Munich, you will have your intercontinental flight on a Lufthansa Airbus A350 with a 3-3-3 cabin configuration. Otherwise, you’ll fly in an Airbus A340 with a 2-4-2 configuration, either from Lufthansa (Frankfurt) or Swiss’ leisure airline Edelweiss (Zurich).
Search & Book
This deal does not have an expiration date, but a minimum stay of ten days and a maximum stay of twelve months applies. Departures are available from October to March 2025.
You can find suitable dates using our calendar above or with the help of Google Flights. We recommend booking directly on Lufthansa’s website.
Miles & Points
This ticket is issued in booking class K. Here are the miles and points you can earn from this deal with Lufthansa via Frankfurt or Munich:
- 3,746 Miles on ANA Mileage Club
- 3,168 Miles on ITA Volare
- 3,122 Award Miles + 624 PQP on United MileagePlus
- 1,740 Award Miles + 160 Points on Miles&More
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If you fly via Zurich on your long-haul flight with Edelweiss, you will only be able to earn miles at United MileagePlus and Miles&More since the airline is not part of the Star Alliance.
Destination
Information & Tips for South Africa
South Africa offers a diverse range of attractions, from the iconic Table Mountain and Robben Island in Cape Town to the wildlife-rich Kruger National Park and the scenic Garden Route. The local currency is the South African rand (ZAR), and while credit cards are widely accepted, cash is still commonly used, especially in smaller towns. The cost of travel is generally affordable, with budget-friendly options available for accommodation, food, and activities. The weather varies by region: the coastal areas have mild, Mediterranean-like climates, while the inland areas can be hot and dry in summer and cooler in winter.
South Africa’s transport infrastructure is mixed in quality and convenience. Within cities, public transport is limited, with minibus taxis being common but often confusing for visitors; private cars or ride-hailing apps like Uber are more reliable. Between cities, domestic flights are the fastest option due to long distances, while intercity buses offer affordable travel, though journeys can be long. Trains exist, but are generally slow and not widely used for tourism.
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Information & Tips for Cape Town
Cape Town, located at the tip of South Africa, is known for its stunning natural beauty, with top sights like Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront, and the nearby Cape of Good Hope. The local currency is the South African rand (ZAR), and while credit cards are commonly accepted in major areas, cash is still useful in smaller shops. Prices can be quite affordable compared to Western destinations, making it a budget-friendly choice for many travellers. The weather is Mediterranean, with warm, dry summers (December to February) and mild, wet winters (June to August), making spring and autumn the most pleasant times to visit.
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