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Quick Flight Summary from Lagos to Cape Town

Lowest recent price
$497
Direct flight duration 8 hour 10 min
Arrival airports CPT
Best days to book Tuesday, Wednesday
Average over the last 30 days
$421

Cheapest flights from Lagos to Cape Town

Best Price

Taag

7 Nov, Sat

Lagos – Cape Town

21h 5m

1 stop

LOS–CPT

$497

Shortest Flight

Taag

2 Nov, Mon

Lagos – Cape Town

8h 10m

1 stop

LOS–CPT

$498

Taag

31 Oct, Sat

Lagos – Cape Town

21h 5m

1 stop

LOS–CPT

$501

Taag

1 Nov, Sun

Lagos – Cape Town

21h 5m

1 stop

LOS–CPT

$501

Taag

14 Nov, Sat

Lagos – Cape Town

21h 5m

1 stop

LOS–CPT

$507

Kenya Airways

5 Nov, Thu

Lagos – Cape Town

13h 55m

1 stop

LOS–CPT

$536

Kenya Airways

13 Nov, Fri

Lagos – Cape Town

23h 55m

2 stop

LOS–CPT

$611

Last update: 30 October 2026 11:38

Estimated Prices for Lagos to Cape Town Flights

Cheapest Day7 November Saturday

Best Price

$497

Average Price

$521

$611

$497

$500

31Sat

Oct

$500

01Sun

Nov

$498

02Mon

$536

05Thu

$497

07Sat

$611

13Fri

$507

14Sat

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Transportation to Airport from Lagos City Center

Murtala Muhammed Intl. Airport

Murtala Muhammed Airport in Nigeria's Lagos province, Ikeja region can be reached easily from the city center with bus, okada, taxi or rental cars.

Bus

It is very easy to get to Murtala Muhammed Airport from the city center thanks to Lagos city buses operated by NURTW Cooperative and Lagbus. In Lagos, the roads used by buses are different from those used by regular cars, so they provide a fast transportation service without any traffic. To take advantage of the Modern and comfortable Lagos buses, all you have to do is to get a ticket from the sales points or vending machines at the stops.

Lagos buses might have different sizes but all are yellow. The name of the smallest buses type is known as ''danfo''. The “molue” buses, which are a bigger, travel more frequently between the city and the airport compared to others.

Okada

Okada motorcycles that you can use for your short trips are Lagos' most popular means of transportation. Okadas are quite fast so it is possible to get to your destination without losing time in the traffic. There are many okada motorcycles going directly to Murtala Muhammed Airport from Lagos city center.

Taxi

The safest, though not the cheapest, way to get around in Lagos is by taxi. Lagos taxis can be easily found at every corner of the city. Some taxi drivers do not use a taximeter, so it is advised that you negotiate according to the distance you are going to travel.

Taxis are usually opening with 500 Nigerian Naira. Then they demand 500 Naira per kilometer. If you choose to go to the airport by taxi from within the city, it would be useful to call one of these companies: Red Cab (+2347000733222), Corporate Cabs (+2348191166926) or Orange Cabs (+2347029119504).

Car Rental

Having an expressway linking Murtala Muhammed Airport and Lagos city center, shortens the duration of your journey incredibly. You can get to the airport in 25-30 minutes, instead of one hour, thanks to this highway.

Airport Information

Murtala Muhammed Airport, located 22 kilometers north-west of Lagos, is in the Ikeja region. As it is the largest and most modern airport in Nigeria, it has multiple facilities for its passengers.

In the airport with two terminals, facilities like duty free store and other stores, souvenir shops, eating and drinking areas, exchange office, bank and ATMs, travel agencies, car rental companies, free internet access, tourist information desks, recreation areas, VIP halls, etc. are available.

Transportation to Cape Town City Center from Airport

Cape Town Intl. Airport

Cape Town is one of the three capitals of the Republic of South Africa located in the southernmost of Africa continent. This second largest city of the continental Africa stands out with its natural beauties and unique marine products. When you climb the Table Mountain in Cape Town, you are welcomed by the breathtaking view of the city and the ocean. Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela, a symbol of freedom and racial equality in the world, was held captive for years, is also located within the borders of Cape Town.

Cape Town is a very rich city in terms of transportation options. The metro lines and vintage trains carrying passengers throughout the city are the two main elements of the rail system. Passengers generally prefer buses and minibuses in the city. It is also possible to travel around the city with blue and red double-decker buses specially designed for tourists. There are also taxi or car rental options for passengers who want a comfortable and quick transportation.

If you prefer a quick and comfortable transportation after your plane has landed, you can get car from one of the car rental companies operating 24 hours at the airport. You can also get to the city center in a comfortable way by preferring taxi, bus or shuttle service.

Taxi

Taxis, which are among the commonly used transportation vehicles in this city where the weather is hot, operate 24 hours at the airport. With the modern and comfortable taxis, you can get to wherever you want in the city after a travel of 30 minutes.

Bus

You can get to the city by using the buses waiting in front of the terminal building of Cape Town Airport. These buses offer service between 04:20 am and 10:00 pm. They operate every 20 minutes.

Shuttle Service

If you want to get to the city center in a quick way with a private driver, many shuttle companies are waiting for you at the airport. To benefit from shuttle service, you can make your payment before or after your arrival and enjoy a comfortable travel to the city center.

Car Rental

If you are planning to stay in the city for at least a few days or travel to nearby cities, renting a car might be useful. From car rental companies located at the airport such as Budget, Woodford, Avis and Thrifty, you can rent a vehicle with the features you want and travel comfortably to the city.

Cape Town Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Friday

30 Oct

Cloudy

26°18°

Today

Saturday

31 Oct

Cloudy

25°17°

Sunday

1 Nov

Cloudy

23°16°

Monday

2 Nov

Cloudy

22°16°

Tuesday

3 Nov

Cloudy

26°15°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Wingie offer the cheapest Lagos-Cape Town flights?

When you search for Lagos-Cape Town flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Lagos-Cape Town flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.

Which airports can I use for Lagos-Cape Town flights?

For Lagos-Cape Town flights, you can use Murtala Muhammed Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Cape Town Intl. Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Lagos-Cape Town and how long does the flight take?

The straight-line distance between Lagos and Cape Town is about 4759 km. According to Wingie flight data, there were no direct flights on this route in the last 30 days; the shortest connecting flight took about 8 hour 10 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Lagos-Cape Town flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Lagos-Cape Town flights is Thursday.

Which airlines offer direct flights between Lagos-Cape Town?

Taag, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines organizes direct flights between Lagos-Cape Town.

Lagos-Cape Town: which airline is better value on this route?

On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Taag starts from approximately $476.