How long is the flight from Mombasa to Cape Town?

Ethiopian Air can get you from Mombasa to Cape Town in just under 26h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Mombasa and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 3972 km.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MBA to CPT?

When flying from Mombasa to Cape Town, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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How long is the flight from Mombasa to Cape Town?
Ethiopian Air can get you from Mombasa to Cape Town in just under 26h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Mombasa and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 3972 km.
Can I find deals for flights from Mombasa to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Mombasa to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Mombasa to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Mombasa to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Mombasa to Cape Town?
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