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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
60%Trains are 60% more expensive in Cape Town than in Lagos.
LagosR 12,14
Cape TownR 20,00
MealMid-priced restaurant
250%The average meal is 250% more expensive in Cape Town than in Lagos.
LagosR 49,83
Cape TownR 172,50
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
10%Taxis are 10% more expensive in Cape Town than in Lagos.
LagosR 22,30
Cape TownR 25,00
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
8%Coffee in Cape Town is 8% cheaper than in Lagos.
LagosR 39,43
Cape TownR 36,41
Distance: 4761 kms
Lagos airports
Murtala Muhammed (LOS)How far from city centre: 19 kms
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Lagos to Cape Town

Planning a trip from Lagos to Cape Town? eDreams can help you find the best flights to Cape Town from Lagos. Beyond booking your flights, we offer various services to make your journey seamless.

Time Difference between Lagos and Cape Town

Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Lagos. Please remember to check for any Daylight Saving Time changes, as these can affect the time difference. Book your flights to Cape Town from Lagos with eDreams today.

Best Time to Fly to Cape Town

Cape Town boasts a Mediterranean climate, offering sunshine in the summer and rainfall in the winter. This makes it an appealing destination year-round. Summers (December to February) are warm and dry, perfect for beach days, with temperatures between 20°C and 26°C. Autumn (March to May) offers pleasant weather, ideal for exploring the vineyards. Winters (June to August) are cooler and wetter, great for whale watching. Spring (September to November) sees mild temperatures return, making it ideal for outdoor activities like hiking. Book your flights to Cape Town from Lagos with eDreams today and experience the best of South Africa.

Lagos Airports

Find your ideal flights to Cape Town from Lagos. eDreams makes it easy to compare and book flights departing from Lagos.

Airport Information

Lagos is primarily served by Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS). It's the major airport for the state and handles both domestic and international flights to Cape Town from Lagos. The airport has two terminals, MMA1 for international flights and MMA2 for domestic.

Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)

Located in Ikeja, this airport offers various amenities including restaurants and duty-free shops. With its recent developments, it has become a key travel hub. Find flights to Cape Town from Lagos.

Main Airlines for this route

Discover airlines that operate flights from Lagos to Cape Town. Book your flights to Cape Town from Lagos with eDreams and find the best deals.

  • Air Peace
  • Kenya Airways
  • Ethiopian Airlines

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is the main airport serving Cape Town. It's the second busiest airport in South Africa and the fourth busiest in Africa, offering both domestic and international flights.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is located approximately 20 kilometres from the city centre. It offers a range of facilities including shops, restaurants, and car hire services. You can book your flights to Cape Town from Lagos with eDreams.

From the airport to the city centre, you have several transport options:

  • Public Transport: MyCiTi bus offers a convenient and affordable way to reach the city centre.
  • Taxi: Taxis are readily available outside the terminal building.
  • Car: Car rental is available at the airport, including eDreams, providing flexibility for exploring Cape Town and surrounding areas. Book your car hire with eDreams.
Other Airports

While CPT is the primary airport, there are no other airports with substantial passenger services in the Cape Town metropolitan area. So, if your flight is to Cape Town, it will almost certainly land at CPT. Book your flights to Cape Town from Lagos today with eDreams.

What to Do and See in Cape Town

Planning your flights to Cape Town from Lagos? Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Cape Town offers a vibrant mix of nature, culture, and history. Here are a few must-do activities:

  • Table Mountain Hike: Ascend this iconic landmark for breathtaking panoramic views of the city, coastline, and surrounding mountains. Various trails cater to different fitness levels.
  • Explore the Cape Peninsula: Embark on a scenic road trip along Chapman's Peak Drive, visit the charming seaside towns of Kalk Bay and Simon's Town, and encounter the adorable African penguins at Boulders Beach.
  • Discover Robben Island: Take a ferry to this historic island, a former prison that held Nelson Mandela, and learn about South Africa's journey to freedom. Book your tickets through eDreams for a hassle-free experience.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Lagos to Cape Town

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Lagos to Cape Town, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Lagos to Cape Town is R6690. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Cape Town more expensive than Lagos to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Cape Town costs about $ 25.00 ZAR, 12% more expensive than Lagos, with a fare of $ 22.30 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 65% more at Cape Town: $ 20.00 ZAR versus $ 12.14 ZAR at Lagos.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 172.50 ZAR in Cape Town, 246% more than the 49.83 ZAR in Lagos.

The price of the coffee is around 8% cheaper in Cape Town, with an average of 36.41 ZAR, while in Lagos the coffee costs 39.43 ZAR.

How long does the flight from Lagos to Cape Town take?
Flight length from Lagos to Cape Town is around 15:29 hours on average, at an average distance of 11 021 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
Which airports have flights between Lagos and Cape Town?

The main route from Lagos to Cape Town is: Murtala Muhammed (LOS) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). The following airlines fly this route:

Taag.

Kenya Airways.

RwandAir.

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