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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 874
Typical prices: C$ 838-C$ 1,343
TAAG
Sun 18/11Fri 23/11
LOS - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 994
Typical prices: C$ 596-C$ 845
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/11
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 layover airports
Luanda 4 de Fevereiro (LAD)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 766 (round-trip)
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 round-trip flight deals from Lagos to Cape Town

Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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4:00 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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6:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
C$ 874TAAG
Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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4:00 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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6:35 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 10m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
C$ 876TAAG
Tue, 17 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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4:00 p.m. - 5:45 a.m.LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 45m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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6:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
C$ 877TAAG
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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4:00 p.m. - 5:45 a.m.LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 45m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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6:35 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 10m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
C$ 877TAAG
Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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4:00 p.m. - 5:40 a.m.LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 40m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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3:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
24h 15m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
C$ 877TAAG
Mon, 16 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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4:00 p.m. - 5:40 a.m.LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 40m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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6:35 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 10m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
C$ 877TAAG
Sun, 15 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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4:00 p.m. - 5:45 a.m.LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 45m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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6:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
C$ 877TAAG
Sat, 14 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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4:00 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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6:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
C$ 877TAAG
Mon, 16 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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12:30 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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12:20 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
34h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
C$ 1,004Kenya Airways
Mon, 16 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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12:30 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.LOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 30m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:20 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
34h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
C$ 1,004Kenya Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Lagos to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Lagos to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Lagos to Cape Town typically range from C$ 838 to C$ 1,343. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 874, 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, Tuesday 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 35% 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 C$ 855 round-trip.
•December (C$ 1,309) and February (C$ 1,303) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% 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

August

Cheapest flight

C$ 874
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in traveller numbers.
Round-trip 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?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lagos to Cape Town.

  • How long does a flight from Lagos to Cape Town take?

    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?

    Round-trip flights from Lagos to Cape Town range from C$ 838 to C$ 1,343, with an average of C$ 1,020 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 838 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 12% above the C$ 1,020 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Lagos to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 874 to C$ 5,895. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 C$ 3,022, which is 382% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • 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) – 60% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 21% 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. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 884 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 1,384, a difference of C$ 499.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 03m, compared with 11h 09m via Luanda 4 de Fevereiro (LAD) and 14h 15m via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ).

  • 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.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Boulders Beach, and Bloubergstrand 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 884, about C$ 499 less than Friday fares (36% 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 C$ 855 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 454 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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.

    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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