LOS - CPT

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Cheapest return flight
R9 494
Typical prices: R9 772-R15 488
TAAG
Sat 17/3Mon 26/3
LOS - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 582
Typical prices: R7 030-R10 908
TAAG
Sat 15/12
LOS - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Lagos and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 16% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ)
Cheapest • Avg R10 391 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 11h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lagos to Cape Town (LOS-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Lagos to Cape Town

Wed, Mar 17 - Fri, Mar 26
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16:00 - 14:05LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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15:05 - 14:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
24h 40m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R9 494TAAG
Mon, Apr 5 - Tue, Apr 27
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16:00 - 5:40LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 40m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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15:05 - 14:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
24h 40m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R9 544TAAG
Wed, May 5 - Thu, May 27
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16:00 - 14:00LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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15:05 - 14:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
24h 40m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R9 560TAAG
Sun, Feb 21 - Sun, Feb 28
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16:00 - 5:45LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 45m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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20:25 - 14:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
19h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R10 829Multiple Airlines
Sat, May 1 - Fri, May 7
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16:00 - 5:45LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 45m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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19:35 - 14:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
20h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R10 895Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 5 - Thu, May 27
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16:00 - 14:00LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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19:35 - 14:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
20h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R10 895Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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22:40 - 22:05LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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14:25 - 21:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
32h 15m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R11 538Kenya Airways
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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22:40 - 13:35LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 21:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
32h 15m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R11 538Kenya Airways
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 9
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21:40 - 14:10LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 3:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
13h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R13 450Ethiopian Air
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 30
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21:40 - 13:00LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 3:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R13 566Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Lagos to Cape Town flights

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How much is a return flight from Lagos to Cape Town?

Return flights from Lagos to Cape Town typically range from R9 772 to R15 488. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R9 494 on TAAG.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lagos to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lagos to Cape Town. It's 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Cape Town?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Cape Town at R9 989 return.
•February (R15 263) and December (R15 181) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lagos to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Lagos to Cape Town are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Lagos to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R7 582
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Lagos to Cape Town

When to book flights from Lagos to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lagos to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Lagos to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Lagos to Cape Town?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Lagos to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Lagos to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Lagos to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 7 700 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lagos to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Lagos to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Lagos to Cape Town range from R9 772 to R15 488, with an average of R11 864 over the past 12 months. Anything below R9 772 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lagos to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the R11 864 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Lagos to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lagos to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R15 519, which is 100% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R440 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Lagos to Cape Town?

    Flights from Lagos to Cape Town usually depart from Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lagos to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Lagos to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) – 61% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lagos to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Lagos to Cape Town. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R10 253 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R16 219, a difference of R5 967.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Lagos to Cape Town?

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 03m, compared to 14h 08m via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) and 17h 37m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • What is the time difference between Lagos and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Lagos (South Africa Time vs West Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Lagos to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average R10 253, which is about R5 967 less than Friday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lagos to Cape Town trip for August. Fares historically average R9 989 return in that month – typically R5 275 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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