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$86+ 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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MQP
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga are usually found in February or May, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday 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 March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$214
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$86
(Booking.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$203
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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 March 26, 2025.

This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Wed 10/110:25 amCPT - MQP
Nonstop2h 20mAirlink
Mon 10/612:40 pmMQP - CPT
1 stop4h 40mAirlink
Deal found 3/25$202
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/209:00 amCPT - MQP
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/213:10 pmMQP - CPT
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$214
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/85:45 amCPT - MQP
1 stop7h 00mFlySafair
Sun 8/101:20 pmMQP - CPT
1 stop7h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 3/25$250

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Nelspruit that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Nelspruit

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Cape TownNelspruit

CPT - MQP

CPTMQP

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/20

9:00 am-11:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Wed 5/21

3:10 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$214

Cape TownNelspruit

CPT - MQP

CPTMQP

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/20

6:05 am-11:00 am

1 stop4h 55m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Wed 5/21

3:10 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$248

Cape TownNelspruit

CPT - MQP

CPTMQP

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/8

5:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Sun 8/10

1:20 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$250

Cape TownNelspruit

CPT - MQP

CPTMQP

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/29

10:40 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$86

Cape TownNelspruit

CPT - MQP

CPTMQP

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/28

10:25 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$121

Cape TownNelspruit

CPT - MQP

CPTMQP

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/17

5:50 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$231

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Deals found on 3/25

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cape Town to Nelspruit in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Nelspruit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-Nelspruit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-Nelspruit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Nelspruit flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cape Town-Nelspruit flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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 March 21, 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 84 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 March 26, 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.

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 March 26, 2025.
Airlink
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.5

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
67 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.5

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
112 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
67 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.5

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 4 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 18 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 $248, 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 $250.

  • 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: FlySafair (100%), British Airways (97%), Airlink( 96%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $56. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga) can be booked for $397 on average our data indicates $172 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 March 26, 2025.
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FlySafairCheapest$78Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$147Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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