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Cheapest round-trip
$638
Typical prices: $609-$842
TAAG
Sun 11/11Fri 11/16
CPT - LOS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$281
Typical prices: $274-$486
Kenya Airways
Fri 11/2
CPT - LOS • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Lagos. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 8% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ)
Cheapest • Avg $628 (round-trip)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 11h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Lagos (CPT-LOS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Lagos

Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:45 am - 2:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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4:00 pm - 5:40 amLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 40m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$638TAAG
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:45 am - 2:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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4:00 pm - 2:05 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$638TAAG
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:45 am - 2:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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4:00 pm - 2:05 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$638TAAG
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:45 am - 2:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
9h 00m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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4:00 pm - 2:05 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$638TAAG
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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11:25 pm - 9:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
23h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:30 pm - 1:35 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
$667Kenya Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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2:25 pm - 9:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
32h 15m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:30 pm - 6:00 amLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 30m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$668Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7
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2:25 pm - 9:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
32h 15m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:30 pm - 6:00 amLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 30m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$668Kenya Airways
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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2:30 pm - 3:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
13h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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9:40 pm - 1:00 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$848Ethiopian Air
Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 12
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1:50 pm - 3:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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9:40 pm - 1:00 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$912Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
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1:50 pm - 3:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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9:40 pm - 1:00 pmLOS  Lagos Murtala Muhammed-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$912Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Lagos 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 Cape Town to Lagos?

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Lagos typically range from $609 to $842. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $638, on TAAG.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Lagos. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lagos?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lagos at $629 round-trip.
•December ($770) and January ($743) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 22% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Lagos the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Lagos are cheapest 21 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 Cape Town to Lagos flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$281
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 79% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Lagos

When to book flights from Cape Town to Lagos

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

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Lagos takes 00m, covering 2,973 miles.

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

    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 Cape Town to Lagos flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Lagos range from $609 to $842, with an average of $686 over the past 12 months. Anything below $609 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the $686 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Lagos are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $666, which is 95% above the typical average for this route.

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

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

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

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

    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Cape Town to Lagos. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $659 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $777, a difference of $118.

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

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

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 45m, compared with 14h 03m via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) and 19h 14m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

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

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

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Lagos 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $659, about $118 less than Thursday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 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 Cape Town to Lagos trip for February. Fares historically average $629 round-trip in that month - typically $141 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 Lagos Murtala Muhammed Airport.

    • The Safron Hotel Ikeja
    • Legend Hotel Lagos Airport, Curio Collection by Hilton
    • Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja

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