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Airports near Kruger National Park
Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)
- Serves the southern Kruger National Park.
- FlySafair operates flights from Cape Town to MQP twice a week.
- Private shuttle buses, rental cars and coaches can get you from MQP to the park. Travel takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
- Choose this airport if you want to see the most wildlife, especially the Big Five (lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalo, and elephants).
Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport (HDS)
- Serves the central Kruger National Park.
- FlySafair operates flights from Cape Town to HDS three times a week.
- Private shuttles, taxis and rental cars can be booked from HDS to Kruger. The drive is around 55 minutes.
- Choose this airport if you want to see the big cats. This is a hub for Kruger's predators, with lions, cheetahs, and leopards frequently roaming.
- Discover more about FlySafair flights from Cape Town to Hoedspruit in our dedicated guide.
Skukuza Airport (SZK)
- Serves the southern Kruger National Park.
- It's the only commercial airport located within the park's boundaries.
- Choose this airport for ease of access and more wildlife.
Please note that FlySafair does not offer flights to SZK.
SZK is a small airport that's primarily served by Airlink and CemAir. Both carriers are available to book at Alternative Airlines!
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How to book FlySafair flights from Cape Town to Kruger
Booking FlySafair flights through Alternative Airlines is a quick and easy process, achievable on mobile or desktop. To book flights, follow these simple steps.
1. Enter your locations 🌍
Scroll to the top of the page to find our search bar. Enter your departure and arrival locations. In this case, it will be Cape Town (CPT) to Kruger Mpumalanga (MQP) or Hoedspruit (HDS).
2. Filter by FlySafair 🔎
You'll see all available airlines for your selection. On the top of the results page (sometimes to the left), go to Airlines, then FlySafair, to only see FlySafair flights.
3. Add your additional amenities ➕
This is completely optional. You can add perks like Cancellation Protection, Automatic Check-In and more.
4. Pay your way 💰
Select your desired payment method, including e-wallets, buy now, pay later, deposits and more. The options you see will depend on your country of residence, age, ticket cost and currency.
5. Enjoy Kruger National Park 🦁
That's it! You're all done. Your booking's complete and your FlySafair flights secured.
Kruger National Park - Everything you need to know
Where is Kruger National Park? 🗺️
Kruger Park is located in the north-east of South Africa in the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces.
How big is Kruger National Park? 📏
Kruger Park is 19,485 km². This makes it one of the largest safaris in the world!
How to get to Kruger National Park? 🛩️
The easiest way to get to Kruger National Park is by flying. You can either fly to an airport on the reserve, such as Skukuza Airport (SZK). Or one nearby like Kruger Mpumalanga (MQP) and Hoedspruit (HDS).
Public transport can be limited, so if you're not flying to an airport within the park, book a rental car, a taxi, or a private shuttle bus. Alternatively, some tour groups will arrange to pick you up.
Is Kruger National Park safe? 👍
Kruger National Park is very safe! You'll be accompanied by expert tour guides who are familiar with the terrain and wildlife. They'll tell you where you can and can't go, as well as what you can and can't do. As long as you listen to your guide, you should be absolutely fine.
Animal attacks are extremely rare and usually only occur when people wander off route, ignore their tour guides' warnings, or purposefully provoke the animals.
What should I bring to Kruger National Park? 🎒
- A medical kit (could include anti-malarial medication, mosquito repellent, bandages, plasters, pain relief)
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a sun hat
- Binoculars
- Light shirts (avoid the colours white or red, as this can get the attention of animals)
- A lightweight flashlight
When is the best time to visit Kruger National Park? 🗓️
For visiting the park: July - October. This is when wildlife is most active. If you want to see as many animals as possible (including the Big Five), this season is ideal.
For the cheapest flights: October - March. The off-season. Hot, wet weather makes it less popular, but the lower demand leads to cheaper tickets.
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Cape Town to Kruger FlySafair FAQs
Is FlySafair a good airline?
Yes! FlySafair is a low-cost airline that lets you travel for less. While you'll have fewer amenities (like smaller legroom), the affordable price makes it well worth it.
FlySafair is one of South Africa's most punctual airlines. Don't miss out on any of your safari, with FlySafair you'll get to your destination on time.
FlySafair has a 3-star rating on Skytrax. This gives it the average airline score. You can expect a good level of service.
Does FlySafair fly from Cape Town to Kruger?
Yes. FlySafair flies from Cape Town (CPT) to:
- Kruger Mpumalanga (MQP)
- Hoedspruit (HDS)
Although not within Kruger's boundaries, these airports serve as primary gateways to the park.
Is FlySafair the only airline flying from Cape Town to Kruger?
Not at all! You can also fly from Cape Town to Kruger with South African Airways (SAA), Airlink and CemAir.
What makes it even better? All those airlines are available to book at Alternative Airlines!