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Virgin Atlantic Flights from Cape Town (CPT)

Virgin Atlantic operates 1 direct destination from Cape Town (CPT). Popular routes include London (LHR). Flights operate daily with 7+ weekly departures.

Most frequent routes:

London (LHR) (7/week)

1

Destinations

7

Weekly Flights

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Airline

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International

How Many Destinations Does Virgin Atlantic Serve from Cape Town (CPT)?

Virgin Atlantic serves 1 direct destination from Cape Town (CPT), operating 7 weekly departures. This includes 1 international route and 0 domestic routes.

Route Intelligence Dashboard

Overall Connectivity Score

35

Moderate
Route Diversity

1

Direct Routes

Virgin Atlantic serves 1 destination from CPT

Weekly Frequency

7

Weekly Flights

Trend: Stable

Top 1 Most Frequent Routes - Details
RouteWeekly FlightsDurationDistanceReliability
CPTLondon (LHR) (LHR)
7/week
11h 40m - 12h 10m6,049 km
Seasonal

Direct Virgin Atlantic Destinations from CPT

Cape Town (CPT)London (LHR)
7 weekly
11h 40m - 12h 10m
6049 km
International
Duration

11h 40m - 12h 10m

Distance

6049 km (3759 miles)

Aircraft Type

Boeing 787-9

Popularity
Very Popular
Seasonal

All Virgin Atlantic Routes from CPT

DestinationWeekly FlightsDurationDistanceAircraftStatus

London (LHR)

7

11h 40m - 12h 10m

6049 km

Boeing 787-9
International
Seasonal

Domestic vs International Routes

0

Domestic Routes

1

International Routes

Aircraft Types Used

Virgin Atlantic uses the following aircraft types on routes from Cape Town (CPT):

Boeing 787-9
1

Departures

Virgin Atlantic flights from Cape Town (CPT)
1

Arrivals

Virgin Atlantic flights to Cape Town (CPT)
1

Destinations

Served from here
1

Origins

Cities with flights to

Most Popular Routes

Cape Town (CPT)London (LHR)
International

London (LHR)

1 flight1 flight

Virgin Atlantic Flight Schedule - Departures from Cape Town (CPT)

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Virgin Atlantic Flight Schedule - Arrivals to Cape Town (CPT)

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Virgin Atlantic Terminal Information at Cape Town (CPT)

All Virgin Atlantic flights operate from Terminal 1 at Cape Town (CPT) airport.

Terminal Phone: 877 978 69 46

Virgin Atlantic Departures from Cape Town (CPT)

FlightAirlineDestinationDepartureArrivalAircraft

VS479

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic

London (LHR)

20:50

06:50:00

Boeing 787-9

Virgin Atlantic Arrivals to Cape Town (CPT)

FlightAirlineOriginDepartureArrivalAircraft

VS478

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic

London (LHR)

22:30

12:05:00

Boeing 787-9

Cities with Virgin Atlantic flights to Cape Town (1 of 1)

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Weather & Climate at Cape Town (CPT)

16.5°C

Avg Temperature

61mm

Avg Rainfall

16.2km/h

Avg Wind Speed

73%

Avg Humidity

Best Months to Visit

Challenging Months

12-Month Weather Overview

Wind Speed by Month

Humidity by Month

Best Time to Book Flights to Cape Town (CPT)

Best Booking Window

Book 2-3 months in advance for best prices

Booking Tip

Avoid booking during extreme weather months for better deals

Peak Travel Months

2025-06

Expect higher prices and more crowds during these months. Book early to secure better rates.

Recommended Months

2025-01
2025-02
2025-03
2025-11
2025-12

These months offer the best balance of weather, prices, and availability.

Monthly Booking Recommendations

Recommended - Best Value
Peak - Book Early
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Best Months to Fly Virgin Atlantic to Cape Town (CPT)

Best Months

2025-01
2025-02
2025-03
2025-11
2025-12

Optimal conditions for travel with favorable weather, prices, and availability.

Shoulder Season

2025-04
2025-05
2025-07
2025-08
2025-09
2025-10

Transition periods with moderate conditions. Good balance of price and experience.

Challenging Months

2025-06

These months may have less favorable conditions. Plan accordingly and book early.

Seasonal Insight

Best travel months: 2025-01, 2025-02, 2025-03, 2025-11, 2025-12

Seasonal Travel Calendar

Best - Optimal Conditions
Shoulder - Good Value
Challenging
Extreme - Use Caution

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Virgin Atlantic flights depart from Cape Town (CPT) daily?

Virgin Atlantic operates 1 departure from Cape Town (CPT) daily.

How many Virgin Atlantic flights arrive at Cape Town (CPT) daily?

Virgin Atlantic operates 1 arrival at Cape Town (CPT) daily.

How many destinations does Virgin Atlantic serve from Cape Town (CPT)?

Virgin Atlantic serves 1 destination from Cape Town (CPT): London (LHR).

Does Virgin Atlantic offer international flights from Cape Town (CPT)?

Yes, Virgin Atlantic offers international flights from Cape Town (CPT) to 1 international destination. Virgin Atlantic operates 0 domestic and 1 international route from Cape Town (CPT).

How many origins does Virgin Atlantic receive flights from to Cape Town (CPT)?

Virgin Atlantic receives flights from 1 origin to Cape Town (CPT): London (LHR).

What aircraft types does Virgin Atlantic use at Cape Town (CPT)?

Virgin Atlantic uses Boeing 787-9 at Cape Town (CPT).

What is the Virgin Atlantic terminal phone number at Cape Town (CPT)?

The Virgin Atlantic terminal phone number at Cape Town (CPT) is 877 978 69 46 (Terminal 1).

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Virgin Atlantic Contact Information and Customer Services

Virgin Atlantic Address

The Office, Manor Royal
West Sussex, Crawley RH10 9NU, UK

Customer Service Phone

+44 (0)344 874 7747

Official Website

virginatlantic.com

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