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Nelspruit.145 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Cape Town on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Nelspruit.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Nelspruit on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 145 €, select.

Nelspruit.157 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Thu, 19 Feb.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Cape Town on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Nelspruit.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Nelspruit on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.

Nelspruit.157 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan, returning Tue, 27 Jan.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Cape Town on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Nelspruit.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Nelspruit on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.

Nelspruit.162 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Cape Town on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Nelspruit.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Nelspruit on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 162 €, select.

Nelspruit.166 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug, returning Thu, 28 Aug.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Cape Town on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Nelspruit.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Nelspruit on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 166 €, select.

Nelspruit.167 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Jan, returning Wed, 4 Feb.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Cape Town on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Nelspruit.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Nelspruit on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 167 €, select.

Nelspruit.169 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Thu, 5 Mar.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Cape Town on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Nelspruit.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Nelspruit on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 169 €, select.

Nelspruit.174 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Thu, 30 Oct.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Cape Town on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Nelspruit.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Nelspruit on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From 174 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Nelspruit

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

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Cape Town to Nelspruit: Alternative routes

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Cape Town to Nelspruit: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	145 €
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	2 hrs, 26 mins
Most popular airline	FlySafair
Average flights per week	42

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

How much are return flights from Cape Town to Nelspruit?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Nelspruit is 145 €. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Cape Town to Nelspruit?

2 hours and 26 minutes is the average flight time from Cape Town to Nelspruit.

Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town to Nelspruit?

FlySafair, Airlink and KLM fly direct from Cape Town to Nelspruit.

How many flights are there a week from Cape Town to Nelspruit?

As of August 2025, there are 42 flights per week flying from Cape Town to Nelspruit.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Nelspruit?

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Nelspruit is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Nelspruit Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Nelspruit Airport on Tuesday, 11 November 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Cape Town Airport to Nelspruit Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 26 minutes.

When is the best time to book flights to Nelspruit?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nelspruit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town Airport to Nelspruit with?

Currently, FlySafair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nelspruit.

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

The average length of a direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Cape Town and Nelspruit follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Flights from CPT to MQP start at 07:50 — the first with Airlink (South Africa). The last service of the day is at 10:25 with Airlink (South Africa). Overall, you can choose from 21 weekly Cape Town International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your CPT to MQP flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Getting to Nelspruit (and then seeing more of South Africa!) is a snap with Airlink (South Africa). This popular carrier offers direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Airlink (South Africa).
Airlink (South Africa) is the most punctual carrier that offers CPT to MQP flights. A reliable 94.69% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.

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

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport flight is 66 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 145 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book two months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CPT to MQP.
The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Finding cheap flights from CPT to MQP is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from CPT arrive on schedule 81.65% of the time.
To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy hotel close to CPT? If you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)

The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cape Town International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MQP instead:
Grab a Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport rental car and discover Nelspruit and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, First - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport around four weeks before your trip.

Getting from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) to central Nelspruit

Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Nelspruit. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.

When to fly to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)

The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Nelspruit based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Nelspruit is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CPT to MQP around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

Durban is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Nelspruit. Around 483 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Moses Mabhida Stadium, Golden Mile and Umgeni River Bird Park.
Johannesburg is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 306 kilometres west of Nelspruit. No trip is complete without seeing Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo.