Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Mumbai (BOM)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town Airport to Mumbai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,070. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Mumbai flights are currently cheapest in February.

Cape Town to Mumbai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to Mumbai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Mumbai.

Cape Town to Mumbai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$944
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Mumbai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Mumbai is $944. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Mumbai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $944.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Mumbai.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Mumbai Airport on Monday, 1 February 2027.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Mumbai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mumbai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mumbai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Singapore Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Mumbai.

Flying from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Mumbai Airport (BOM): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Mumbai is UTC+5:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Cape Town.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your CPT to BOM flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as November? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cape Town Airport to Mumbai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between CPT and BOM:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Addis Ababa Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Mumbai Airport (BOM)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town Airport to Mumbai Airport flight is $496. A return plane ticket is currently $944. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from CPT to BOM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Cape Town Airport to Mumbai Airport.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from CPT to BOM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cape Town Airport to Mumbai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cape Town Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from CPT touch down on schedule 81% of the time.

  • Central Cape Town to Cape Town Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

  • The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near CPT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cape Town Airport to Mumbai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Mumbai Airport (BOM)

  • If you're getting in on a late Cape Town Airport to Mumbai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near BOM:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Mumbai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Rental and explore beyond Mumbai's usual tourist stops.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Mumbai Airport about four weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai

  • From Mumbai Airport, Mumbai is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour.

When to fly to Mumbai Airport (BOM)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Cape Town Airport to Mumbai Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Mumbai. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.

  • Book your flight from Cape Town Airport to Mumbai Airport for April if you want to visit Mumbai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CPT to BOM around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of India

  • Mumbai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres north of Mumbai, a visit to Ahmedabad will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Akshardham Temple, Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.

  • Pune is another favourite destination in India and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. No journey is complete without experiencing BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple.

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