Nigeria → South Africa
How long is the flight from Lagos to Cape Town?
2,978 miles
- From
LOSLagos
Murtala Muhammed International Airport
Departure 17:02 · Africa/Lagos
- To
CPTCape Town
Cape Town International Airport
Arrival 23:51 · Africa/Johannesburg
Route Details
The flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town covers a distance of approximately 4,792 kilometers (2,978 miles).
Direct flights typically take around 5 h 49 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.
Time Zone Information
- Departure Time Zone
- Africa/Lagos
- Arrival Time Zone
- Africa/Johannesburg
Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Lagos to Cape Town?
A direct flight from Lagos to Cape Town takes around 5 h 49 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.
What is the distance from Lagos to Cape Town?
The distance from Lagos to Cape Town is about 4,792 kilometers (2,978 miles) as the crow flies.
Is there a direct flight from Lagos to Cape Town?
Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 5 h 49 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.