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Flight deals from Cape Town to Lagos

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town Airport to Lagos Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P41,972. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lagos.P18,095 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Dec.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,095, select.
Lagos.P18,252 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,252, select.
Lagos.P18,319 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,319, select.
Lagos.P18,334 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,334, select.
Lagos.P18,346 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,346, select.
Lagos.P18,364 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,364, select.
Lagos.P18,925 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Mar.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 25 Mar, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P18,925, select.
Lagos.P19,312 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P19,312, select.
Lagos.P21,176 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P21,176, select.
Lagos.P25,256 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jun.One-way flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P25,256, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lagos

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Lagos flights are currently cheapest in December.
Jun
from P21,176
Jul
from P18,252
Aug
from P18,364
Sep
from P18,346
Oct
from P18,334
Nov
from P19,312
Dec
from P18,095
Jan
from P18,319
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Mar
from P18,925
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Cape Town to Lagos: Alternative routes

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Cape Town to Lagos: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundP18,095
Cheapest month to flyDecember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Lagos is P41,168. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Lagos. But we found flights with one or more stops from P41,168.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Lagos.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lagos is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Lagos Airport on Saturday, 19 December 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Lagos Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Lagos 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 Lagos is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Kenya Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Lagos.

Travelling from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know

  • Lagos is one hour behind Cape Town and observes the UTC+1 timezone.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your CPT to LOS flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as November? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cape Town Airport to Lagos Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CPT and LOS include:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Lagos Airport (LOS)

  • Currently, P18,095 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town Airport to Lagos Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P41,168. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from CPT to LOS, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town Airport to Lagos Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CPT to LOS by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cape Town Airport to Lagos Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart CPT arrive at their destination without delay.

  • Central Cape Town to Cape Town Airport is around 19 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to CPT? If you've booked an early flight from Cape Town Airport to Lagos Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)

  • If you're landing on a late Cape Town Airport to Lagos Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near LOS:

  • Pick up a Lagos Airport rental car and discover Lagos and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car and Avis are leading providers to choose from here.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Lagos Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.

When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Cape Town Airport to Lagos Airport. October is the busiest month to visit Lagos. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

  • Book your flight from Cape Town Airport to Lagos Airport for January if you want to go to Lagos during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • August has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CPT to LOS sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Nigeria

  • You've done Lagos, now it's time to explore other corners of Nigeria. Journey about 113 kilometers north-east to Ibadan to check off its leading attractions. From Oyo State Cultural Centre to Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're eager to discover another great destination in Nigeria, consider Port Harcourt, roughly 434 kilometers south-east of Lagos. St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park are key highlights.

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