Cheap flights from Cape Town to Nairobi from R4 948

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 18/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — NBO
May 1 — May 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Nairobi are usually found in February or May, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 April 2026.

Sat 23/56:45
CPT
-
NBO
1 stop21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/523:50
NBO
-
CPT
2 stops18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R9 274
Thu 23/418:55
CPT
-
NBO
1 stop11h 05m
Air Tanzania
Sat 25/423:40
NBO
-
CPT
2 stops19h 05m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 29/3R9 324
Sun 28/69:55
CPT
-
NBO
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/717:45
NBO
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3R9 341
Thu 7/59:55
CPT
-
NBO
2 stops18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/517:45
NBO
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R9 392
Thu 30/418:55
CPT
-
NBO
1 stop11h 05m
Air Tanzania
Thu 7/57:40
NBO
-
CPT
2 stops11h 05m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 31/3R9 425
Sun 6/918:55
CPT
-
NBO
1 stop10h 15m
Air Tanzania
Thu 17/97:40
NBO
-
CPT
2 stops11h 05m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 29/3R9 594
Fri 1/518:25
CPT
-
NBO
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/517:45
NBO
-
CPT
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4R9 661

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Nairobi (NB0). 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 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 274

One-way from

R4 948

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 957
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 23/5-30/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Nairobi
18/6
  • 18/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R2 543 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R436 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/6

9:55-16:45

2 stops29h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 5/7

17:45-14:00

1 stop21h 15m

R9 341

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/7

15:20-5:10

2 stops36h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/8

17:45-14:00

1 stop21h 15m

R9 661

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

20:55-6:20

1 stop8h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 20/5

23:40-17:45

2 stops19h 05m

R10 704

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

18:25-5:10

2 stops33h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 8/5

17:45-19:55

2 stops27h 10m

R11 159

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

9:00-5:10

2 stops19h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 15/5

17:45-14:35

2 stops21h 50m

R11 193
Fastest return journey

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/4

14:25-22:10

1 stop6h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 6/5

17:25-22:10

Nonstop5h 45m

R11 748

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/7

14:25-22:10

Nonstop6h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 8/7

17:25-22:10

Nonstop5h 45m

R12 455

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

7:20-14:05

Nonstop5h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 2/5

21:00-23:35

1 stop27h 35m

R13 263

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/8

9:00-18:30

1 stop8h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 29/8

6:30-18:35

1 stop13h 05m

R13 683

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

7:00-18:30

1 stop10h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 17/9

6:30-14:35

1 stop9h 05m

R13 683

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi (average of R5 167). Flying from Cape Town to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 331). 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 CPT to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Nairobi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 April 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Nairobi?

How often are flights from Cape Town to Nairobi delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Nairobi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 193 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Nairobi flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Nairobi flights?

Over the past year, Kenya Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. 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 Nairobi. Reviews last updated 1 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink,Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Cape Town to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
8,4
Very Good

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Nairobi. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi?

    If you book a flight to Nairobi from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town. There is 1 flight from Cape Town Intl to Nairobi per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at R5 088, TAAG will fly you from Cape Town to Nairobi and back. In addition to TAAG, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R8 264 and R9 314, respectively. Users have found that TAAG is 52% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Cape Town to Nairobi are TAAG (R4 757), Kenya Airways (R5 272), and Ethiopian Air (R5 274).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Nairobi?

    While on average a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi is generally R16 905, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 080. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), you can expect to pay R8 230 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Nairobi?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Johannesburg?

    The majority of Johannesburg visitors spend their time at Gold Reef City, Carlton Centre, and Alexander Theatre. Gold Reef City, Carlton Centre, and Alexander Theatre are located about 25,0 km, 20,5 km, and 21,1 km, respectively from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Those on a stopover in Johannesburg in need of a car hire can book one at Johannesburg OR Tambo for about R665.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Nairobi flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Nairobi 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 Cape Town to Nairobi?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi (average of R5 167). Flying from Cape Town to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 331). 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 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to Nairobi

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAAGCheapestR5 088AverageR5 517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 264AverageR10 901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 314AverageR10 538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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AirlinkCheapestR10 694AverageR11 291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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