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Cape Town.$485 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Dec, returning Sat, 17 Jan.Return flight with TAAG Angola Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 12 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $485, select.
Cape Town.$889 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug, returning Thu, 14 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $889, select.
Cape Town.$890 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $890, select.
Cape Town.$890 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $890, select.
Cape Town.$890 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $890, select.
Cape Town.$894 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Feb, returning Tue, 24 Feb.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 14 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $894, select.
Cape Town.$894 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $894, select.
Cape Town.$894 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $894, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Nairobi to Cape Town Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $1,530
Jul
from $890
Aug
from $889
Sep
from $890
Oct
from $890
Nov
from $1,023
Dec
from $1,035
Jan
from $1,055
Feb
from $894
Mar
from $952
Apr
from $894
May
from $1,069
Cheapest month:August
Most expensive month:June

Direct flights from Nairobi to Cape Town

Nairobi to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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

Nairobi to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$485
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time5 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineKenya Airways
Average flights per week4

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi to Cape Town is $485. 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.
5 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi to Cape Town.
Kenya Airways flies direct from Nairobi to Cape Town.
As of June 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Nairobi to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town Airport on Friday, 12 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 45 minutes.
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 Cape Town 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 Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know

  • Nairobi is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).

  • Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 45 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport flight.

  • Cape Town is one hour behind Nairobi. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.

  • You can pick from 3 direct services each week between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT). This is the busiest route, with Kenya Airways offering a 8:10am departure from NBO to CPT.

  • Your flight from Nairobi to CPT won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) leave from this terminal.

  • Kenya Airways is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport leaving from NBO.

  • The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Kenya Airways from NBO to CPT.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Kenya Airways.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Nairobi to CPT with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between NBO and CPT include:

    • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

    • Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)

  • The journey from central Nairobi to NBO takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, data shows 67.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • WIL is about 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.

  • Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Nairobi to CPT flight, stay in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport:

About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • If you have a late flight from Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near CPT:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and find adventure across Cape Town and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week before your Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport flight.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport is $465. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $485. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • To snap up cheap flights from Nairobi to CPT, book your ticket five months ahead of your departure date.

  • Schedule your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Nairobi to CPT couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a price drop.

  • Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.

The best time to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Cape Town. June is when most people book flights from Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.

  • The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Nairobi to CPT flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Cape Town

  • Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cape Town:

  • Table Mountain and Cecilia, Table Mountain are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Cape Town must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Rock.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Saldanha is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've experienced Cape Town. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha.

  • Around 97 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, Ceres is another favourite stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde.

Plan the rest of your trip from Nairobi to Cape Town

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