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August 16 - August 23

Cheapest

Best

NBO - Cape Town

$874

$491

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August 16 - August 24

Cheapest

Best

NBO - Cape Town

$860

$491

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September 4 - September 10

Best

NBO - Cape Town

$850

$493

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November 23 - November 26

Best

NBO - Cape Town

$824

$497

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November 22 - November 26

Best

NBO - Cape Town

$825

$497

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June 26 - June 29

Earliest

NBO - Cape Town

$788

$499

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October 19 - October 25

Best

NBO - Cape Town

$901

$502

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August 23 - August 30

Best

NBO - Cape Town

$875

$504

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September 14 - September 21

Best

NBO - Cape Town

$860

$504

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October 19 - October 26

Best

NBO - Cape Town

$900

$504

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Insights for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town

Flights from Nairobi to Cape Town cover a substantial distance of 4,100 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Nairobi to Cape Town, fares typically range from $632–$1118, with a median price of $954. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and about 15% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town, February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $367. Following closely, January offers a median fare of $569, and March presents another good option with a median of $583. These months generally offer more budget-friendly travel options compared to other periods.

Most itineraries for this route involve connections, as only 4.6% of recent fares were for direct flights from Nairobi to Cape Town. For the majority of connecting itineraries, travelers can expect to make two stopovers. This indicates that planning for layovers is a key aspect of this journey.

A typical journey from Nairobi to Cape Town, including connections, takes approximately 22h 20m. This duration reflects the multiple stopovers common on this long-haul route. Travelers should factor in this extended travel time when planning their trip.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Cape Town

Regular price: $703 - $1,277

Prices for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $703 and $1277. The current lowest deal is $491 with TAAG Angola Airlines, for travel from Aug 16 to Aug 23.

now $491

Low $703

High $1,277

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town

The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town is February, with a median price of $367. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1019. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

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Flights from $367

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Most Expensive

Flights from $1,019

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Direct flights from Nairobi to Cape Town

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Cape Town

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Cape Town

Nairobi (NBO) - Cape Town (CPT)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$720

$539

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Cape Town

Nairobi (NBO) - Cape Town (CPT)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$749

$550

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Cape Town

Nairobi (NBO) - Cape Town (CPT)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$812

$611

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Cape Town

Nairobi (NBO) - Cape Town (CPT)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$806

$550

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Cape Town

Nairobi (NBO) - Cape Town (CPT)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$756

$561

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Cape Town

Nairobi (NBO) - Cape Town (CPT)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$788

$499

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town

5 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 24

$911 → $509

44%

6 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 25

$901 → $502

44%

6 nights

Oct 23 - Oct 29

$901 → $504

44%

7 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 26

$900 → $504

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town

Nairobi - Cape Town route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Nairobi to Cape Town are above the typical level, with a median price of $954.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town, with a median price of $367.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 22h 20m.

The median flight duration from Nairobi to Cape Town is 22 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 4.6% of deals are direct, with connecting flights having a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers direct flights.

Kenya Airways is one airline that offers direct flights from Nairobi to Cape Town.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

On average, there is more than 1 deal per day for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a primary option for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town.

📍 ~10 km from Nairobi city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$491

Wilson (WIL)

Wilson Airport offers another departure point for travelers flying from Nairobi to Cape Town.

📍 ~5 km from Nairobi city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1162

Cape Town main airports to arrive at

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$491

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International is the primary airport for Cape Town, offering extensive flight networks and close proximity to the city.

📍 ~18 km from Cape Town city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$491

George (GRJ)

George Airport is a regional alternative to Cape Town, offering domestic connections to major South African hubs.

📍 ~365 km from Cape Town city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$555

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Port Elizabeth Airport is a major regional hub that can serve as a secondary backup for the Eastern Cape region.

📍 ~660 km from Cape Town city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$562

Upington (UTN)

Upington Airport is an alternative regional strip in the Northern Cape, though it is extremely remote.

📍 ~850 km from Cape Town city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$796

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa

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$4,432

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Elite

Jun 23

Cape Town, South Africa

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$5,342

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town have been found when booking 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $595. Booking 28-59 days in advance typically sees an average price of $770. Prices tend to be higher for other booking windows, such as 7-13 days out, which averaged $1134. Across the trailing quarter, prices varied significantly based on how far in advance travelers booked their flights.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Nairobi to Cape Town is considered to be $632 or less. The median price for this route during that period was $954. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the $632 threshold to secure a competitive fare, as 75% of prices were $1118 or higher.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town, with a median price of $367. January also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $569. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $954, indicating that certain months can offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Insights for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Cape Town

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town

Direct flights from Nairobi to Cape Town

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Cape Town

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town

Nairobi - Cape Town route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Flights typically take 22h 20m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Kenya Airways offers direct flights.

Deals are frequent for this route.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Cape Town main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cape Town

Best Elite deals to Cape Town

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

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