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$101+ Cheap flights from Cape Town to Nelspruit (CPT - MQP)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MQP
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga are usually found in May or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Nelspruit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Nelspruit (MQP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$202
(Airlink)

One-way from

$101
(Airlink)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$211
From Cape Town Intl to Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Nelspruit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Nelspruit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/410:25 amCPT - MQP
Nonstop2h 20mAirlink
sáb. 11/83:10 pmMQP - CPT
Nonstop2h 40mAirlink
Deal found 6/11$202
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/2410:40 amCPT - MQP
Nonstop2h 30mFlySafair
jue. 7/311:45 pmMQP - CPT
Nonstop2h 45mFlySafair
Deal found 6/12$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 6/137:00 amCPT - MQP
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 6/1412:05 pmMQP - CPT
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$265

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Cape Town

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Nelspruit

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Price

Cape TownNelspruit

CPT - MQP

CPTMQP

Cape Town Intl

mar. 11/4

10:25 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

sáb. 11/8

3:10 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$202

Cape TownNelspruit

CPT - MQP

CPTMQP

Cape Town Intl

jue. 7/24

10:40 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

jue. 7/31

1:45 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$243

Cape TownNelspruit

CPT - MQP

CPTMQP

Cape Town Intl

jue. 7/10

3:10 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

jue. 7/17

10:50 am-12:00 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$275

Cape TownNelspruit

CPT - MQP

CPTMQP

Cape Town Intl

mar. 11/11

8:00 am-10:20 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$101

Cape TownNelspruit

CPT - MQP

CPTMQP

Cape Town Intl

dom. 6/22

5:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$114

Cape TownNelspruit

CPT - MQP

CPTMQP

Cape Town Intl

mar. 7/15

7:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$154

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Nelspruit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Nelspruit

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Nelspruit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Nelspruit. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Nelspruit may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to MQP?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Nelspruit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cape Town to Nelspruit at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Nelspruit

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Nelspruit. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from CPT to MQP are scheduled on a Thursday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Nelspruit by month

Plan your trip to Nelspruit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nelspruit ranges from 0.4 - 5.4 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.4 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Nelspruit when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Nelspruit by month

Plan your trip to Nelspruit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nelspruit, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nelspruit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nelspruit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nelspruit. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Airlink
8.6
Very good
70 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.0

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8.6
Very good
70 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
70 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.0

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
FlySafair
8.2
Very good
114 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
70 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.0

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Nelspruit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Cape Town to Nelspruit?

    If you wish to fly to Nelspruit from Cape Town, then you need to book flights from Cape Town Intl to Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga. There are 3 flights from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Kruger Mpumalanga (MQP) per day to choose from. Flights to Nelspruit from Cape Town Intl are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 20m is how long a nonstop flight from Cape Town to Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga typically takes.

  • How popular is this Cape Town to Nelspruit flight route?

    The Cape Town Intl to Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga flight path was viewed by 31 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Nelspruit round-trip?

    Currently priced at $202, Airlink will fly you from Cape Town to Nelspruit and back. In addition to Airlink, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on FlySafair for as low as $243. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Nelspruit for 2% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to Nelspruit?

    Before booking your flight to Nelspruit from Cape Town, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (95%), KLM (95%), FlySafair( 94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Nelspruit?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $60. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga) can be booked for $397 on average our data indicates $209 when flying from Cape Town to Nelspruit.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Nelspruit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Nelspruit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Nelspruit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Nelspruit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Nelspruit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Nelspruit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Cape Town to Nelspruit

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Nelspruit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapest$78Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$147Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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