Beaches, culture and beautiful people: Cape Town has it all. With our seasonal service restarting on 15 October '26, book your direct flight from the UK and get to know South Africa’s most cosmopolitan city.
Need a place to stay too? Make it a full-on holiday with Virgin Atlantic Holidays. Package your flights and hotel together for great value, added ease and extra peace of mind. Secure your trip with just a deposit, enjoy flexible ways to pay, and receive ATOL protection.
Prices shown are per person. Cheapest fares may be hand luggage only. *Fares displayed have been collected within the last 48hrs and may no longer be available at time of booking. Additional baggage fees and charges for optional products and services may apply.
Points fares shown are per person. Cheapest points fares may be hand baggage only. *Points fares displayed have been collected within the last 48hrs and may no longer be available at time of booking. Additional baggage fees and charges for optional products and services may apply.
It's the little touches here and there that help you truly enjoy your time in the air. Those extra few inches of space, a glass of bubbly as you board, and a tasty meal served on china crockery with proper cutlery. Just enough to give you a big lift before you get to your destination.
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Extra legroom |
2 x 23kg checked bags |
Enhanced airport experience |
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Sit back and relax in your extra large leather seat, with a seat pitch up to 38 inches, and a footrest for additional comfort. |
Take more on your trip, with two checked bags and 1 x 10kg hand luggage. You'll also get priority baggage delivery when you land, so you can reach your destination faster. |
With dedicated check in, bag drop and boarding, we'll fast track your airport experience and make your journey a breeze. |
Prices shown are per person. Cheapest fares may be hand luggage only. *Fares displayed have been collected within the last 48hrs and may no longer be available at time of booking. Additional baggage fees and charges for optional products and services may apply.
Whether you're with us for business or pleasure, travelling in Virgin Atlantic Upper Class makes your journey something to look forward to. With Upper Class, you will experience the next level of luxurious travel.
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Fully flat beds |
2 x 32kg checked bags |
Access to Clubhouse |
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Take more on your trip, with 2 checked bags, plus 2 pieces of hand luggage weighing max 16kg combined. Plus, get priority baggage delivery when you land. |
Get that Upper Class feeling before you board with exclusive access to our Clubhouse or partner lounges worldwide. |
Prices shown are per person. Cheapest fares may be hand luggage only. *Fares displayed have been collected within the last 48hrs and may no longer be available at time of booking. Additional baggage fees and charges for optional products and services may apply.
From | To | Fare type | Dates | Price |
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| London (LHR) | Cape Town (CPT) | Round trip / Economy | 01 Nov, 2026 - 27 Nov, 2026 | Starting from £744 Seen: 1 day ago |
Prices shown are per person. Cheapest fares may be hand luggage only. *Fares displayed have been collected within the last 48hrs and may no longer be available at time of booking. Additional luggage fees and charges for optional products and services may apply.
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