Cheap flights from Maputo to Cape Town from R3 486

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 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MPM — CPT
Feb 5 — Feb 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Maputo Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in March or February, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Maputo to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Maputo to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 January 2026.

Mon 26/1013:40MPM - CPT
Nonstop2h 50mAirlink
Tue 27/109:55CPT - MPM
1 stop5h 10mAirlink
Deal found 4/1R6 841
Fri 7/815:45MPM - CPT
1 stop7h 05mAirlink
Sun 9/810:35CPT - MPM
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Deal found 4/1R6 857
Wed 24/613:40MPM - CPT
Nonstop2h 50mAirlink
Mon 29/69:55CPT - MPM
1 stop5h 10mAirlink
Deal found 5/1R6 873
Mon 26/1013:40MPM - CPT
Nonstop2h 50mAirlink
Wed 28/1014:00CPT - MPM
1 stop5h 20mAirlink
Deal found 4/1R6 890
Mon 19/17:20MPM - CPT
1 stop5h 20mAirlink
Sun 25/110:35CPT - MPM
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Deal found 4/1R6 923
Sat 7/39:55MPM - CPT
1 stop7h 25mAirlink
Sun 15/310:35CPT - MPM
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Deal found 6/1R6 939
Tue 31/37:20MPM - CPT
1 stop5h 20mAirlink
Wed 1/410:35CPT - MPM
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Deal found 5/1R6 956
Wed 18/27:20MPM - CPT
1 stop5h 20mAirlink
Wed 25/210:35CPT - MPM
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Deal found 4/1R6 972
Sun 25/1013:40MPM - CPT
Nonstop2h 50mAirlink
Fri 30/1010:35CPT - MPM
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Deal found 4/1R7 038
Fri 20/26:55MPM - CPT
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/210:35CPT - MPM
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1R7 054
Tue 27/107:20MPM - CPT
1 stop5h 20mAirlink
Fri 30/1010:35CPT - MPM
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Deal found 4/1R7 087
Sun 25/1013:40MPM - CPT
Nonstop2h 50mAirlink
Mon 26/1010:35CPT - MPM
Nonstop2h 30mAirlink
Deal found 4/1R7 120

Find flight deals from Maputo to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Maputo (MPM) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 6 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 873

One-way from

R3 486

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R7 334
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 24/6-29/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 00m total
  • Maputo to Cape Town
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 16/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 50m total
  • Maputo to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R7 425 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 488 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Maputo to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 6 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Maputo to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Maputo

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MaputoCape Town

MPM - CPT

MPMCPT

Maputo Intl

Wed 24/6

13:40-16:30

Nonstop2h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 29/6

9:55-15:05

1 stop5h 10m

R6 873

MaputoCape Town

MPM - CPT

MPMCPT

Maputo Intl

Tue 31/3

7:20-12:40

1 stop5h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/4

10:35-13:05

Nonstop2h 30m

R6 923

MaputoCape Town

MPM - CPT

MPMCPT

Maputo Intl

Thu 25/6

7:20-14:35

1 stop7h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 29/6

10:35-13:05

Nonstop2h 30m

R6 923

MaputoCape Town

MPM - CPT

MPMCPT

Maputo Intl

Mon 19/1

7:20-12:40

1 stop5h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

10:35-13:05

Nonstop2h 30m

R6 923

MaputoCape Town

MPM - CPT

MPMCPT

Maputo Intl

Mon 18/5

13:40-16:30

Nonstop2h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

9:55-15:05

1 stop5h 10m

R6 923

MaputoCape Town

MPM - CPT

MPMCPT

Maputo Intl

Sat 7/3

9:55-17:20

1 stop7h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

10:35-13:05

Nonstop2h 30m

R6 939

MaputoCape Town

MPM - CPT

MPMCPT

Maputo Intl

Thu 12/3

7:20-12:40

1 stop5h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

10:35-13:05

Nonstop2h 30m

R6 939

MaputoCape Town

MPM - CPT

MPMCPT

Maputo Intl

Thu 16/4

6:55-11:25

1 stop4h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/4

5:45-10:00

1 stop4h 15m

R7 219

MaputoCape Town

MPM - CPT

MPMCPT

Maputo Intl

Sun 15/2

13:40-16:30

Nonstop2h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

7:00-15:05

1 stop8h 05m

R7 268

MaputoCape Town

MPM - CPT

MPMCPT

Maputo Intl

Wed 11/2

13:40-16:30

Nonstop2h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

10:35-13:05

Nonstop2h 30m

R7 268

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Maputo to Cape Town

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Maputo to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Maputo to Cape Town is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Maputo to Cape Town?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maputo to Cape Town (average of R3 108). Flying from Maputo to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R4 950). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Maputo to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 January 2026.

When flying from Maputo to Cape Town, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Maputo to Cape Town?

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 6 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink and South African from Maputo to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

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
8,4
Very Good

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

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

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,4

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 Maputo to Cape Town. 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 Maputo to Cape Town?

    To fly from Maputo to Cape Town, you need to book a flight from Maputo Intl (MPM) to Cape Town Intl (CPT). Nonstop flights to Cape Town Intl from Maputo Intl take 2h 50m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Maputo Intl to Cape Town Intl offered by 2 different airlines.

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

  • How long is the flight from Maputo to Cape Town?

    Airlines like Airlink fly from Maputo to Cape Town in about 2h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 1613 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Maputo to Cape Town round-trip from R3 493. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is South African. Users have found that Airlink is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Maputo to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Maputo to Cape Town are Airlink (R3 481), LAM (R4 012), and South African (R4 553).

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

    Before booking your flight to Cape Town from Maputo, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (97%), KLM (97%), Emirates( 97%).

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Maputo to Cape Town?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maputo to Cape Town (average of R3 108). Flying from Maputo to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R4 950). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Maputo to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Maputo to Cape Town. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 6 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR4 036AverageR6 996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR6 197AverageR8 351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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