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Cheap flights from Nairobi to Cape Town from R5 552

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NBO — CPT
Jul 11 — Jul 181
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nairobi to Cape Town Intl are usually found in June or October, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Nairobi to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nairobi (NB0) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 6 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 419

One-way from

R5 552

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R12 931
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 20/8-28/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 40m total
  • Nairobi to Cape Town
5/9
  • 5/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 35m total
  • Nairobi to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R10 541 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 794 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Nairobi to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nairobi to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 July 2025.

Tue 8/77:10NBO - CPT
2 stops16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 26/79:20CPT - NBO
2 stops12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7R10 366
Wed 20/83:45NBO - CPT
1 stop11h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 28/813:50CPT - NBO
1 stop10h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/7R10 419
Thu 11/1211:25NBO - CPT
1 stop27h 35mTAAG
Thu 18/1215:30CPT - NBO
1 stop12h 40mTAAG
Deal found 4/7R10 524

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Nairobi to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 6 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nairobi to Cape Town that are best for you.

Fly from

Nairobi

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 20/8

3:45-14:35

1 stop11h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/8

13:50-1:40

1 stop10h 50m

R10 419

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 13/8

7:10-21:50

2 stops15h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/8

5:50-22:20

2 stops15h 30m

R10 507

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 11/12

11:25-14:00

1 stop27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/12

15:30-5:10

1 stop12h 40m

R10 524

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 5/9

6:10-22:45

2 stops17h 35m

R5 552

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/12

15:50-14:00

1 stop23h 10m

R5 956

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 30/11

3:45-13:45

1 stop11h 00m

R7 344

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 10/11

4:20-13:25

2 stops34h 05m

R8 170

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Deals found on 3/7

Best time to book a flight from Nairobi to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Nairobi to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Nairobi to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Nairobi to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Nairobi to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 40 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Nairobi to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Nairobi to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 July 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 37% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 6 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air from Nairobi to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7,2

Crew

7,5

Boarding

7,2

Food

6,9

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

IAD - ADD

The flight delayed 4 hours and the treat in the cabin was not good.

Overall

7,2

Crew

7,5

Boarding

7,2

Food

6,9

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

IAD - ADD

The flight delayed 4 hours and the treat in the cabin was not good.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nairobi to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Nairobi?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from Nairobi. On average, Cape Town Intl has 0 inbound flights from Nairobi per day from 5 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nairobi to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at R10 419, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Nairobi to Cape Town and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on TAAG for as low as R10 524. You may be able to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town for 19% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Nairobi to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Nairobi to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nairobi to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Nairobi to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Nairobi to Cape Town

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Nairobi to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 6 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR6 984AverageR14 076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 130AverageR13 657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 772AverageR10 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 354AverageR11 229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR15 538AverageR18 588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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