Cheap flights from Cape Town to Nairobi from R5 147
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CPT — NBO
Oct 7 — Oct 141
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1 adult
Economy
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Nairobi are usually found in February or April, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday
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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 7 September 2026.
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Best flights from Cape Town to Nairobi
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Nairobi that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
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Direct flights from Cape Town to Nairobi
Explore direct flight options from Cape Town to Nairobi based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Cape Town to Nairobi
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to Nairobi. Data last updated 7 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from Cape Town to Nairobi
Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Nairobi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
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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 7 September 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Nairobi 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 7 457 451 searches. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
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Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Sat 31/10
7:00-23:25
2 stops15h 25m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R5 530
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Mon 30/11
6:45-17:20
1 stop9h 35m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R5 864
Fastest return journey
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Wed 11/11
23:25-6:10
Nonstop5h 45m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R5 928
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Tue 29/9
7:20-14:05
Nonstop5h 45m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R5 928
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Tue 29/9
6:20-22:05
1 stop14h 45m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R5 960
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Thu 22/10
9:55-17:00
2 stops30h 05m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
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R6 071
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Mon 9/11
8:50-23:25
2 stops13h 35m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
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R6 486
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Tue 10/11
10:15-23:00
3 stops11h 45m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R6 565
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Wed 9/12
7:00-23:25
2 stops15h 25m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R6 581
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Wed 23/9
6:00-22:05
1 stop15h 05m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-23:00
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R6 804
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Nairobi
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi (average of R10 023). Flying from Cape Town to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 350). 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 7 September 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 28% 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?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Cape Town to Nairobi flights typically cost between R9 243 and R12 605 in September.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R8 637 on TAAG (Sept 17–Sept 20).
How often are flights from Cape Town to Nairobi delayed?
About 27% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Nairobi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 234 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?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday 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 27% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi, you should look to book at least 84 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.
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 7 September 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink,Air Tanzania, andEthiopian Air 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.
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
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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 are 0 flights from Cape Town Intl to Nairobi per day from 5 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Nairobi?
A quick flight from Cape Town to Nairobi can take about 9h 30m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 250. The distance between Cape Town and Nairobi is about 4097 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Nairobi round-trip?
Currently priced at R4 848, 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 Air Tanzania and Kenya Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R8 425 and R8 453, respectively. Users have found that TAAG is 56% 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 Air Tanzania (R3 841), TAAG (R4 579), and Ethiopian Air (R4 985).
What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Nairobi?
While on average a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi is generally R8 780, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R3 703. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), you can expect to pay R7 840 for that flight.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Nairobi?
Cape Town to Nairobi flights have a stopover in Addis Ababa most often. Johannesburg sees the next most stopovers on Cape Town to Nairobi flights.
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, Nelson Mandela Square, and Carlton Centre. Gold Reef City, Nelson Mandela Square, and Carlton Centre are located about 25,0 km, 18,3 km, and 20,5 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 R614.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Nairobi flights?
Flights departing from Cape Town and landing in Nairobi stopover in Harare least frequently.
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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi (average of R10 023). Flying from Cape Town to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 350). 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.
Browse through other flights departing from Cape Town. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 7 September 2026.
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