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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nelspruit to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Nelspruit to Cape Town

Nelspruit to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Nelspruit to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

Nelspruit to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM530
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time2 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airlineAirlink
Average flights per week48

Finding cheap flights from Nelspruit to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nelspruit to Cape Town is RM530. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Nelspruit to Cape Town.
Airlink, FlySafair and Qatar Airways fly direct from Nelspruit to Cape Town.
As of February 2026, there are 48 flights per week flying from Nelspruit to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Nelspruit to Cape Town is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nelspruit Airport to Cape Town Airport on Wednesday, 11 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 44 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, FlySafair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Travelling from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cape Town International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.

  • Nelspruit and Cape Town are both in the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • Choose from 84 weekly Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flights. The 12:05 departure with Safair is the earliest flight you can take. Airlink (South Africa) operates the latest service of the day at 17:05.

  • To ensure you get on your MQP to CPT flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Airlink (South Africa) is your gateway to exploring Cape Town (and perhaps some other great parts of South Africa!). Browse the direct flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cape Town International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Airlink (South Africa).

  • Airlink (South Africa) leads the way as the most punctual carrier for MQP to CPT flights, with 90.99% of its services arriving on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • RM242 is currently the best price for a one-way Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM530. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MQP to CPT.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MQP to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

Handy information about Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)

  • Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from MQP land on schedule 86.23% of the time.

  • Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Nelspruit. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near MQP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cape Town International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • If you have a late Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CPT:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and discover more of Cape Town and beyond.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week ahead.

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • Cape Town International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from MQP to CPT in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Paarl is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've seen Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.

  • Worcester is another favourite destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No trip is complete without dropping by Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.

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