More London flights to Cape Town announced for 2026

British Airways is adding more flights to Cape Town from London. Here’s what it means for travellers to South Africa.

Mar 22, 2026 - 05:00
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More London flights to Cape Town announced for 2026

There’s some good news for travellers heading to Cape Town, especially as demand for flights continues to surge.

British Airways has confirmed it will increase flights to the Mother City as part of a broader expansion of its long-haul network for winter 2026.

More flights to Cape Town

The airline plans to introduce a third daily flight between London Heathrow and Cape Town, starting in December 2026.

That’s a notable increase in capacity on one of South Africa’s busiest international routes, and it comes at a time when flights to the Mother City have been under pressure due to high demand and limited availability.

More flights usually mean one thing: more options.

For travellers, this could lead to better availability on popular travel dates, greater flexibility when booking, and potential relief from price increases over time.

In recent months, flights between Cape Town and London have become more expensive and harder to secure, particularly on direct routes. Adding another daily service should help ease some of that pressure.

The additional Cape Town flights form part of a wider strategy by British Airways to grow its long-haul network by around nine percent.

The airline says demand for international travel remains strong, and it’s adjusting its schedule to match, including adding flights to several high-demand destinations.

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