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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Nairobi from R4 676

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 7/12. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
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How to find the cheapest flight from Cape Town (CPT) 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 8 diciembre 2023.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

R144 690

One-way from

R7 402
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
From Cape Town Intl to Nairobi
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Nairobi

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

Find a great deal and save up to 6% by booking at least 48 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Cape Town to Nairobi within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at R8 159.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi?

May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Nairobi from Cape Town. Prices for May average R8 080 per person but you can even find prices for as low as R7 174. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January. Opting for a May flight can save you 2% on your journey compared to booking in January

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi (CPT - NBO)?

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

Cheap Airlink flights from Cape Town to Nairobi

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Airlink for the route between Cape Town and Nairobi. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
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Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to Nairobi

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Cape Town and Nairobi. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
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Cheap Cape Town to Nairobi flights in December & January 2023

Find cheap flight options from Cape Town to Nairobi specifically for the months of December and January 2023. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 diciembre 2023.
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Cape Town to Nairobi 2023 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cape Town and Nairobi in 2023. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
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Direct flights to Nairobi from Cape Town

Discover direct flight options from Cape Town to Nairobi. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
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Cape Town to Nairobi flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Cape Town to Nairobi for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
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One-way flights to Nairobi from Cape Town

Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Nairobi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
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Find flights from Cape Town to Nairobi within your budget

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 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.

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Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

R7 780 - R17 435

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape Town IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

lun. 22/1

3 stops14h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

vie. 26/1

1 stop7h 10m

R7 780

Cape Town IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

jue. 25/1

Nonstop5h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mié. 31/1

3 stops21h 30m

R7 818

Cape Town IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

mar. 9/1

1 stop6h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 16/1

2 stops30h 30m

R7 951

Cape Town IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

lun. 22/1

3 stops11h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

vie. 26/1

2 stops10h 25m

R11 718

Cape Town IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

jue. 25/1

1 stop19h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mié. 31/1

1 stop17h 45m

R11 737

Cape Town IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

vie. 22/12

1 stop9h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 26/12

1 stop10h 30m

R12 229

Cape Town IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

jue. 25/1

1 stop34h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 30/1

1 stop16h 20m

R12 323

Cape Town IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

jue. 7/3

2 stops17h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 26/3

3 stops18h 15m

R13 365

Cape Town IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

vie. 5/1

1 stop14h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

jue. 11/1

1 stop18h 00m

R17 435

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Deals found on 7/12

Average price of flights to Nairobi by month

Plan your trip from Cape Town to Nairobi by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cape Town to Nairobi is currently 5643.26 ZAR while a return flight costs 11372.76 ZAR. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi (average of R404). Flying from Cape Town to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of R495). 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.

January

R8 045

February

R7 705

March

R7 856

April

R7 780

May

R7 799

June

R7 648

July

R8 481

August

R8 348

September

R7 837

October

R8 291

November

R8 424

December

R9 370

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 8 diciembre 2023.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways from Cape Town to Nairobi to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Comfort

8,8

Crew

8,8

Food

8,0

Overall

8,8

Entertainment

8,4

Boarding

9,2

Reviews

1 / 1

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

8,8
Very Good
5 reviews
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Comfort

8,8

Crew

8,8

Food

8,0

Overall

8,8

Entertainment

8,4

Boarding

9,2

Reviews

1 / 1

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

7,6
Good
276 reviews
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Comfort

8,8

Crew

8,8

Food

8,0

Overall

8,8

Entertainment

8,4

Boarding

9,2

Reviews

1 / 1

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

7,5
Good
125 reviews
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Comfort

8,8

Crew

8,8

Food

8,0

Overall

8,8

Entertainment

8,4

Boarding

9,2

Reviews

1 / 1

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

7,3
Good
1 849 reviews
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Comfort

8,8

Crew

8,8

Food

8,0

Overall

8,8

Entertainment

8,4

Boarding

9,2

Reviews

1 / 1

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

7,2
Good
1 829 reviews
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Comfort

8,8

Crew

8,8

Food

8,0

Overall

8,8

Entertainment

8,4

Boarding

9,2

Reviews

1 / 1

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

Average temperature in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. March sees the highest average temperature while June sees the lowest average temperature. Temperature data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

NBO

Temperature

17 - 21 °C

Average rainfall in Nairobi by month

Keep in mind the precipitation totals in Nairobi by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. Nairobi sees an average of 59.17 precipitation per year with the most occurring in April. Precipitation data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

NBO

Rainfall

10 - 160 mm

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.

Can I find flights from Cape Town to Nairobi for under R7 800 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to Nairobi for under R7 800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just R7 780, but on average you can expect to pay R11 301.

Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Nairobi for under R16 800 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 2 direct flights from Cape Town to Nairobi under R16 800. A good price for a direct flight from Cape Town to Nairobi is less than R19 365.

Are there last-minute flights available from Cape Town to Nairobi for under R13 500?

There are currently 8+ open flights from Cape Town to Nairobi within the next 7 days for less than R13 500.

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

Currently priced at R7 780, Kenya Airways will fly you from Cape Town to Nairobi and back. In addition to Kenya Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from RwandAir and Airlink - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R11 718 and R11 737, respectively. Users have found that Kenya Airways is 3% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Nairobi?

What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Nairobi?

While on average a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi is generally R18 024, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R4 347. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), you can expect to pay R11 509 for that flight.

What does CPT to NBO mean?

CPT and NBO are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. CPT to NBO refers to a flight route from Cape Town Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), Nanyuki Airport (NYK), Amboseli Airport (ASV).

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

What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Johannesburg?

The majority of Johannesburg visitors spend their time at Hyde Park Corner, Gold Reef City, and Wits Art Museum. Hyde Park Corner, Gold Reef City, and Wits Art Museum can be visited by traveling about 20,2 km, 25,0 km, and 21,3 km respectively from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Johannesburg can hire a car from Johannesburg OR Tambo for about R454 per day.

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

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Alternative routes for Cape Town to Nairobi
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Top 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to Nairobi

Discover the top 4 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 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 313AverageR8 042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR11 628AverageR12 566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 676AverageR12 188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 904AverageR18 103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Nairobi

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 8 diciembre 2023.
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0%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
83%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
16%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Nairobi

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Nairobi. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 8 diciembre 2023.
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Monday2daily flights
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