Cheap flights from Cape Town to Nairobi from R4 690
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.
CPT — NBO
Sep 9 — Sep 161
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Nairobi are usually found in February or March, booked 66 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 10 August 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 10 August 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 10 August 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 10 August 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 10 August 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 10 August 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 10 August 2026.
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Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Sun 6/9
15:05-17:20
1 stop25h 15m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Fri 11/9
18:00-5:45
1 stop12h 45m
R8 669
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Sun 6/9
15:05-17:20
1 stop25h 15m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Fri 11/9
18:00-18:35
2 stops25h 35m
R10 141
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Wed 23/9
13:50-1:40
1 stop10h 50m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Thu 22/10
3:20-14:10
1 stop11h 50m
R11 483
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Fri 13/11
15:25-1:40
1 stop9h 15m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Thu 19/11
3:20-13:00
1 stop10h 40m
R11 564
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Thu 20/8
15:05-17:00
1 stop24h 55m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Thu 27/8
7:40-19:00
2 stops12h 20m
R12 081
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Sun 20/9
6:30-9:15
3 stops25h 45m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sun 27/9
19:55-10:25
2 stops15h 30m
R12 308
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Thu 3/9
13:50-1:40
1 stop10h 50m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sat 5/9
3:20-14:10
1 stop11h 50m
R12 518
Fastest return journey
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Fri 15/1
14:25-22:10
1 stop6h 45m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Tue 19/1
7:25-13:35
1 stop7h 10m
R13 537
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Thu 20/8
15:10-1:40
1 stop9h 30m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 26/8
3:20-14:10
1 stop11h 50m
R13 699
Cape TownNairobi
CPT Cape Town Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
CPTNBO
Cape Town Intl
Sun 27/12
9:55-18:30
1 stop7h 35m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Tue 5/1
6:30-17:40
2 stops12h 10m
R15 445
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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 R9 510). Flying from Cape Town to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 502). 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 10 August 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 R11 273 and R12 939 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R8 572 on TAAG (Dec 28–Jan 8).
How often are flights from Cape Town to Nairobi delayed?
About 26% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Nairobi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 215 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 26% 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 65 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 10 August 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 10h 50m. TAAG provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 483. The distance between Cape Town and Nairobi is about 4097 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Nairobi round-trip?
Currently priced at R4 481, Air Tanzania will fly you from Cape Town to Nairobi and back. In addition to Air Tanzania, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from TAAG and Kenya Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R4 899 and R8 444, respectively. Users have found that Air Tanzania is 59% 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 893), TAAG (R4 647), and Kenya Airways (R5 083).
What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Nairobi?
While on average a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi is generally R9 054, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R4 190. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), you can expect to pay R8 151 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 R633.
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 R9 510). Flying from Cape Town to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 502). 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 10 August 2026.
Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Nairobi. 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 10 August 2026.
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