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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 714
Typical prices: C$ 786-C$ 1,199
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Thu 1/2Tue 6/2
NBO - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 618
Typical prices: C$ 578-C$ 851
Ethiopian Air
Fri 23/11
NBO - CPT • 1 stop
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You can fly direct with Kenya Airways. Average duration is 5h 45m
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Most punctual • 68% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 698 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Cape Town (NBO-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Nairobi to Cape Town

Mon, 1 Feb - Sat, 6 Feb
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6:20 p.m. - 5:40 a.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 20m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
24h 30m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
C$ 714TAAG
Mon, 1 Feb - Sat, 6 Feb
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6:20 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 25m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
24h 30m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
C$ 913Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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4:55 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 p.m. - 1:25 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
9h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 985Ethiopian Air
Mon, 9 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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4:55 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 p.m. - 1:25 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
10h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 986Ethiopian Air
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
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4:55 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 p.m. - 1:40 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
10h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,034Ethiopian Air
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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4:55 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 p.m. - 1:40 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
10h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,035Ethiopian Air
Mon, 30 Nov - Sat, 12 Dec
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4:55 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 p.m. - 1:40 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
10h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,074Ethiopian Air
Fri, 16 Apr - Thu, 6 May
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2:55 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 p.m. - 1:40 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
10h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,104Ethiopian Air
Sun, 13 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec
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3:15 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 p.m. - 1:40 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
9h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,105Ethiopian Air
Tue, 9 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar
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3:15 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,113Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town typically range from C$ 786 to C$ 1,199. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 714, on TAAG.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town. It's 16% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town at C$ 850 round-trip.
•December (C$ 1,162) and August (C$ 1,141) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 36% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

C$ 618
Beat the crowds with an average 66% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 65% increase in traveller numbers.
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Your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:15 am and lands at 7:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:20 pm and lands at 11:05 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 45m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town take?

    A direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town takes 5h 45m, covering 6,593 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town range from C$ 786 to C$ 1,199, with an average of C$ 1,023 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 786 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 3% below the route average of C$ 1,023. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 698 round-trip via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ), compared to C$ 1,125 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Kenya Airways is the only airline operating Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town flights. 68% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Kenya Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

  • Have flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 714 to C$ 5,080. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 688, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town route, 32% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 3h 57m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Livingstone (LVI) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 860 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 1,127, a difference of C$ 268.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Only Kenya Airways operates flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Cape Town.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Victoria Falls (VFA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 57m, compared with 6h 59m via Livingstone (LVI) and 9h 09m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • What is the time difference between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour behind Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs Eastern Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Boulders Beach, and Bloubergstrand Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Kenya Airways: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Are there public transportation options to get from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to my hotel?

    The MyCiti bus will take you from the airport to the Cape Town Civic Center downtown. You can buy a travel card from the kiosk outside the airport. The journey takes about 25 minutes, and from here you can easily connect to busses to the suburbs and other parts of town. Buses leave about every 20 minutes and run daily from 5:00 am to 9:30 pm.

  • What are the popular layover cities on the flight from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    The most popular layover cities when flying this route are Addis Ababa (ADD) with Ethiopian Air. If you choose Kenya Airways, you might stop in Johannesburg (JNB) or Victoria Falls (VFA). Some flights have a short layover time of under an hour, so be aware of this before making any booking.

  • Which airline should I take if I’m traveling with my pet from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    Ethiopian Airlines accepts dogs or cats into the cabin as long as the dimensions of the carrier do not exceed 21 x 15 x 7 in and 17 lbs. Carriers larger than that may still be transported but will be placed in the cargo area. Dogs trained to assist the seeing or hearing impaired may be transported free of charge.

  • Do I need a visa to travel from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    A visa for South Africa is not needed for US nationals, but some Americans might be required to obtain a travel document. Check the official government website to see what you need. All travelers will need to present a valid passport with a validity of 30 days beyond the day they plan to leave the country and two blank passport pages.

Your guide to booking Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 860, about C$ 268 less than Saturday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town trip for May. Fares historically average C$ 850 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 312 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Airport (NBJ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 698 round-trip on this route – about C$ 427 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi serves as the hub for Kenya Airways. Choosing this airline will give you the most flight options as well as connection possibilities for other cities in South Africa, like Johannesburg and Durban.
  • Certain airlines, like Ethiopian Air, and Kenya Airways, include checked bags. Economy passengers can bring two free pieces of luggage, weighing 50 lbs each. Additional baggage may be purchased, or you may choose to upgrade to business class.
  • Kenya Airways offers nonstop flights from Nairobi to Cape Town. While other airlines might be cheaper, like Ethiopian Air or Fly Safari, they often have one or even two stops, adding much more time to your trip.
  • Students between the ages of 5 and 30 traveling with Kenya Airways can enjoy special perks with their Kool Flyers Student Club. Enroll in this program to enjoy flight discounts, and enhanced flexibility on your flights, like free flight changes. You will also be allowed one additional piece of luggage on your flight.
  • Kenya Airways offers special meals to cater to people with allergies and dietary restrictions. Special meals can be requested 24 hours in advance through the website. Business class passengers on Ethiopian Airlines can view the menu ahead of time and make special requests.

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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town Intl

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Saturday

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Cape Town Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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