Travelling from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town is one hour ahead of Abuja and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your ABV to CPT flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between ABV and CPT:
Hamad International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
R 9,773 is the best price for a one-way Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 12,690. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ABV to CPT if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Of the departures from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, 64.23% land on time at their destination.
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Abuja. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
If you've booked an early flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at Peace Media Hotels. Abi's Place is another convenient accommodation option near ABV.
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you have a late Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near CPT:
Grab a Cape Town International Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
June is the most popular month for flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Cape Town in April.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ABV to CPT sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Travel around 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to tick off its leading sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in South Africa, head for Worcester, about 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are key reasons to visit.
