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Cheapest round-trip
$518
Typical prices: $424-$555
Airlink
Wed 4/4Wed 4/25
CPT - MPM • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$255
Typical prices: $236-$322
South African
Thu 12/20
CPT - MPM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with Airlink. Average duration is 2h 30m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Airlink
Most punctual • 95% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 16% price drop
November
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg $328 (round-trip)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 6h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Maputo (CPT-MPM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Maputo

Sun, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 25
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10:35 am - 1:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MPM Maputo Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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1:40 pm - 4:30 pmMPM  Maputo Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$518Airlink
Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 25
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10:35 am - 1:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MPM Maputo Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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1:40 pm - 4:30 pmMPM  Maputo Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$518Airlink
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
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10:35 am - 1:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MPM Maputo Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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1:40 pm - 4:30 pmMPM  Maputo Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$518Airlink
Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 17
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10:35 am - 1:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MPM Maputo Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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1:40 pm - 4:30 pmMPM  Maputo Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$520Airlink
Wed, Jan 20 - Fri, Apr 30
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10:35 am - 1:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MPM Maputo Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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1:40 pm - 4:30 pmMPM  Maputo Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$523Airlink
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
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10:35 am - 1:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MPM Maputo Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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1:40 pm - 4:30 pmMPM  Maputo Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$524Airlink
Wed, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 24
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10:35 am - 1:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MPM Maputo Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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1:40 pm - 4:30 pmMPM  Maputo Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
2h 50mnonstop
$524Airlink
Wed, Jan 20 - Fri, Apr 30
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7:00 am - 8:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MPM Maputo Intl
13h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:55 am - 5:30 pmMPM  Maputo Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$550South African
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 24
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8:25 pm - 8:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MPM Maputo Intl
24h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:55 am - 5:30 pmMPM  Maputo Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$551South African
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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8:25 pm - 8:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MPM Maputo Intl
24h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:55 am - 11:35 pmMPM  Maputo Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$551South African
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Maputo 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 Maputo?

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Maputo typically range from $424 to $555. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $518, on Airlink.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Maputo. It’s 2% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Maputo at $421 round-trip.
•October ($545) and June ($523) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 29% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Maputo the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Maputo are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% 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 Maputo flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$255
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Maputo

When to book flights from Cape Town to Maputo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Maputo 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 Maputo flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cape Town to Maputo?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cape Town to Maputo:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:35 am and lands at 1:05 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:35 am and lands at 1:05 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 30m.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Maputo takes 2h 30m, covering 1,002 miles.

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

    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 Maputo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Maputo range from $424 to $555, with an average of $499 over the past 12 months. Anything below $424 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $499 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cape Town to Maputo?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $328 round-trip via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), compared to $495 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Cape Town to Maputo?

    Airlink is the only airline operating Cape Town to Maputo flights. 95% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cape Town to Maputo?

    The Embraer ERJ-140 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Airlink. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 190 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Cape Town to Maputo spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Cape Town to Maputo flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Maputo 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 $518 to $1,519. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Maputo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $327, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Cape Town to Maputo usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Maputo Intl (MPM).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Cape Town to Maputo?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Cape Town to Maputo?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cape Town to Maputo route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 22m.

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

    Connecting flights from Cape Town to Maputo most commonly pass through:

    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) - 100% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 0% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 4% on flights from Cape Town to Maputo. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $494 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $511, a difference of $17.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Cape Town to Maputo?

    Only Airlink operates flights between Cape Town and Maputo.

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

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 46m, compared with 23h 41m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Cape Town to Maputo flights?

    Among airlines operating Cape Town to Maputo flights:

    • Airlink: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cape Town to Maputo flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Airlink: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Maputo 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $494, about $17 less than Thursday fares (3% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Maputo trip for February. Fares historically average $421 round-trip in that month - typically $124 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Addis Ababa Bole Airport (ADD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $328 round-trip on this route - about $167 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Cape Town to Maputo?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cape Town Intl Airport to Maputo Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Cape Town Intl to Maputo Intl

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Direct returns

Maputo Intl to Cape Town Intl

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