Can I fly direct from Nairobi to Cape Town?

Direct flights from Nairobi to Cape Town are available, but they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, approximately 20% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter 2 stopovers. This information is based on trends observed over the trailing 90 days.

How long is the flight from Nairobi to Cape Town?

The direct flight from Nairobi to Cape Town typically takes 5 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 4100 kilometers. Flights with one stopover have a significantly longer duration, averaging 13 hours and 20 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences in flight time when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Nairobi to Cape Town flights?

Historically, price changes for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town have been frequent. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking to find more favorable rates. Monitoring price fluctuations can help identify opportune moments to book. This trend is based on observations over a 30-day period.

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Nairobi to Cape Town: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town

The journey from Nairobi to Cape Town covers a substantial distance of 4100 km, classifying it as a long-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Nairobi to Cape Town, fares typically range from $946–$1201, with a median price of $1066. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town, the data indicates that August and February are the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $559. January also offers relatively lower prices, with a median fare of $1021.

Most itineraries on this route involve connections, as only 0.2% of recent fares were for direct flights from Nairobi to Cape Town. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Nairobi to Cape Town takes approximately 5h 45m, including connections. This median duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights on this long-haul route. For itineraries with connections, the median travel time extends to 18h 15m.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Cape Town

Regular price: $623 - $1,041

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

The regular price range for this route is between 623 USD and 1041 USD. The current lowest deal is 502 USD with TAAG Angola Airlines, for travel from Nov 13-Nov 21.

now $502

Low $623

High $1,041

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town

The cheapest month to fly from NBO to CPT is February, with a median price of 559 USD. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of 1127 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $559

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,127

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Direct flights from Nairobi to Cape Town

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Cape Town

Wed, Oct 7

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NBO - Cape Town

Nairobi (NBO) - Cape Town (CPT)

Ethiopian Airlines

$866

$767

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Cape Town

Nairobi (NBO) - Cape Town (CPT)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$741

$597

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

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NBO - Cape Town

Nairobi (NBO) - Cape Town (CPT)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$741

$597

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

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NBO - Cape Town

Nairobi (NBO) - Cape Town (CPT)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$795

$598

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

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NBO - Cape Town

Nairobi (NBO) - Cape Town (CPT)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$806

$620

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Cape Town

Nairobi (NBO) - Cape Town (CPT)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$969

$682

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 12

$977 → $500

49%

5 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 24

$862 → $501

42%

7 nights

Jan 24 - Jan 31

$855 → $495

42%

6 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 25

$834 → $501

40%

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.

📅 Best time to fly

August and February are historically cheapest

Historically, August and February offer the lowest median prices at $559 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 45m

Direct flights from Nairobi to Cape Town typically take 5h 45m, while connecting flights average 18h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 20% of recent flights are direct, with connecting routes typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Kenya Airways is one airline providing direct flights on the Nairobi to Cape Town route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO) is a primary option for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town.

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

💸 Flights from ~$495

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.

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

💸 Flights from ~$498

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

George (GRJ)

George (GRJ) can be a useful alternative for domestic connections to major South African hubs.

📍 ~420 km from Cape Town (requires a 4-5 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$563

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cape Town

$1,727

Save $681

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

Historically, booking flights from Nairobi to Cape Town 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices, with an average of $1087. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 28-59 days out average around $1103, while those booked 0-6 days before departure can average up to $1198. Planning ahead by at least two months can help secure more favorable rates.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Nairobi to Cape Town is considered to be $946 or less. The median price for this route has been $1066. Travelers can expect to pay around $1201 for flights in the higher price range. These figures are based on pricing trends observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, August and February have been the cheapest months to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town, both with a median price of $559. In contrast, January has historically been the most expensive month, with a median price of $1021. The annual median price for this route is $1066. These trends are based on data collected over a 270-day period.

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Nairobi to Cape Town: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Cape Town

Regular price: $623 - $1,041

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

The regular price range for this route is between 623 USD and 1041 USD. The current lowest deal is 502 USD with TAAG Angola Airlines, for travel from Nov 13-Nov 21.

now $502

Low $623

High $1,041

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town

February

Cheapest

Flights from $559

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,127

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