What percentage of Cape Town to Nairobi flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, direct flights from Cape Town to Nairobi constituted 6.2% of all available flights. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that the majority of routes between these two cities typically involve at least one layover.

What's the flight time from Cape Town to Nairobi?

The typical direct flight from Cape Town to Nairobi has a duration of 5 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 4100 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median flight time increases significantly to 11 hours and 40 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Cape Town to Nairobi?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly with a layover from Cape Town to Nairobi. Connecting flights had a median price of $505, while direct flights had a median price of $704. This represents a premium of 39% for direct flights. Direct flights also made up a smaller share of the available routes, accounting for 7.2% of flights in the trailing 90 days.

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Cape Town to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Cape Town to Nairobi, fares typically range from $449–$722, with a median price of $551 over a 90-day period. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, and about 12% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi? The data indicates that November is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $364. Following closely are December, with a median of $385, and January, with a median of $424. Planning your trip during these months could result in more budget-friendly travel.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Nairobi takes approximately 13h 10m, including connections. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 6.2% of recent fares being direct flights from Cape Town to Nairobi. For connecting itineraries, the median number of stopovers is two, which contributes to the overall journey time.

The distance between Cape Town and Nairobi is approximately 4,100 kilometers. This makes the route a long-haul journey, meaning you can expect a substantial travel time due to the significant distance covered.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Nairobi

Regular price: $502 - $959

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi is typically between $502 and $959. The current lowest deal is $495 with TAAG Angola Airlines, for travel from Nov 19-Nov 29.

now $495

Low $502

High $959

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to NBO is November, with a median price of $364. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $813. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $364

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $813

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Nairobi

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Nairobi

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Nairobi

Cape Town (CPT) - Nairobi (NBO)

Kenya Airways

$806

$737

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Nairobi

Cape Town (CPT) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$899

$855

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Nairobi

Cape Town (CPT) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$900

$878

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Nairobi

Cape Town (CPT) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$813

$702

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Nairobi

Cape Town (CPT) - Nairobi (NBO)

$863

$737

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Nairobi

Cape Town (CPT) - Nairobi (NBO)

Air Tanzania

$813

$564

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 23

$821 → $496

40%

3 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 18

$828 → $520

37%

4 nights

Sep 28 - Oct 2

$831 → $556

33%

4 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 30

$819 → $558

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi

Cape Town - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Cape Town to Nairobi are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November, December, and January offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a 13h 10m flight duration

Flights from Cape Town to Nairobi typically take 13 hours and 10 minutes, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 6.2% of recent flights from Cape Town to Nairobi are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Cape Town to Nairobi are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Nairobi.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$490

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$490

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

Kilimanjaro International is a major international airport, offering a high-capacity alternative for international travelers.

📍 ~210 km from Nairobi (requires an international border crossing into Tanzania, approximately 4-5 hours by road).

💸 Flights from ~$413

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$1,749

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Nairobi, Kenya

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$1,840

$1,430

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Nairobi, Kenya

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$1,832

$1,441

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Nairobi, Kenya

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $498. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made closer to the travel date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging around $569. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows higher average prices, reaching approximately $583.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi is considered to be $449 or less. The median price for this route was $551. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $722 or less. These figures are based on pricing data collected over a 90-day period.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi, with a median price of $364. December also offered competitive prices, with a median of $385. The annual median price for this route was $551, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. These insights are based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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Cape Town to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Nairobi

Regular price: $502 - $959

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi is typically between $502 and $959. The current lowest deal is $495 with TAAG Angola Airlines, for travel from Nov 19-Nov 29.

now $495

Low $502

High $959

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi

November

Cheapest

Flights from $364

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $813

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Nairobi

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Nairobi

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Nairobi

Cape Town (CPT) - Nairobi (NBO)

Kenya Airways

$806

$737

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Nairobi

Cape Town (CPT) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$899

$855

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Nairobi

Cape Town (CPT) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$900

$878

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Nairobi

Cape Town (CPT) - Nairobi (NBO)

Ethiopian Airlines

$813

$702

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Nairobi

Cape Town (CPT) - Nairobi (NBO)

$863

$737

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Nairobi

Cape Town (CPT) - Nairobi (NBO)

Air Tanzania

$813

$564

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 23

$821 → $496

40%

3 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 18

$828 → $520

37%

4 nights

Sep 28 - Oct 2

$831 → $556

33%

4 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 30

$819 → $558

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi

Cape Town - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Cape Town to Nairobi are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November, December, and January offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a 13h 10m flight duration

Flights from Cape Town to Nairobi typically take 13 hours and 10 minutes, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 6.2% of recent flights from Cape Town to Nairobi are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Cape Town to Nairobi are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Nairobi.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$490

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$490

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

Kilimanjaro International is a major international airport, offering a high-capacity alternative for international travelers.

Nairobi, Kenya

76% AI deal score

$1,909

$1,720

Save $189

TAAG Angola Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Nairobi

Today’s best flight deals from Cape Town to Nairobi

Cape Town to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Nairobi

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi

Direct flights from Cape Town to Nairobi

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Nairobi

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi

Cape Town - Nairobi route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Expect a 13h 10m flight duration

Connecting flights are dominant

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

Best Elite deals to Nairobi

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

When should I buy Cape Town to Nairobi tickets?

How much should a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi?

What percentage of Cape Town to Nairobi flights are direct?

What's the flight time from Cape Town to Nairobi?

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Cape Town to Nairobi?

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Cape Town to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Nairobi

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi

Direct flights from Cape Town to Nairobi

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Nairobi

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi

Cape Town - Nairobi route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Expect a 13h 10m flight duration

Connecting flights are dominant

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

Best Elite deals to Nairobi

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Jan 09

Jan 04

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Nov 05

Dec 10

Oct 12

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Nov 02

Mar 08

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

When should I buy Cape Town to Nairobi tickets?

How much should a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi?