Flying from Nelspruit Airport (MQP) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Nelspruit Airport to Cape Town Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Nelspruit and Cape Town are both in the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Each week, there are 20 Nelspruit Airport to Cape Town Airport flights. To take off early, pick the 12:05 Safair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 17:05 with Airlink (South Africa).
To ensure you catch your MQP to CPT flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Cape Town (and then discovering more of South Africa!) is a cinch with Airlink. This popular airline offers direct flights from Nelspruit Airport to Cape Town Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Airlink.
With an impressive 84.03% of services landing on schedule, Airlink is the most punctual carrier operating MQP to CPT flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nelspruit Airport (MQP) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Currently, £53 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Nelspruit Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £107. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MQP to CPT if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Nelspruit Airport to Cape Town Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Nelspruit Airport (MQP)
Of the departures from Nelspruit Airport, 75% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Nelspruit to Nelspruit Airport is approximately 27 kms (17 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Nelspruit Airport to Cape Town Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to MQP:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Nelspruit Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cape Town Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and venture far and wide through Cape Town and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Cape Town Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Nelspruit Airport to Cape Town Airport is March, while November is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Nelspruit Airport to Cape Town Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from MQP to CPT in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 18ºC on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've seen Cape Town. Around 56 kms (35 miles) away to the north-east, its best attractions include Zandwijk Wines, Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in South Africa, head for Worcester, roughly 97 kms (60 miles) east of Cape Town. Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum are key highlights.
