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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Nairobi from R5 171

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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — NBO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Nairobi are usually found in February or March, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday 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 18 May 2026.

Mon 28/126:45
CPT
-
NBO
1 stop9h 35m
TAAG
Sun 10/118:00
NBO
-
CPT
1 stop21h 00m
TAAG
Deal found 16/5R8 641
Thu 27/815:05
CPT
-
NBO
1 stop24h 55m
TAAG
Sun 30/818:00
NBO
-
CPT
1 stop21h 00m
TAAG
Deal found 15/5R8 708
Mon 25/56:45
CPT
-
NBO
1 stop9h 35m
TAAG
Fri 29/518:00
NBO
-
CPT
1 stop12h 45m
TAAG
Deal found 15/5R8 791
Thu 27/815:05
CPT
-
NBO
1 stop24h 55m
TAAG
Mon 31/818:20
NBO
-
CPT
1 stop20h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 14/5R8 925
Sun 11/1015:05
CPT
-
NBO
1 stop25h 15m
TAAG
Fri 8/118:00
NBO
-
CPT
1 stop21h 00m
TAAG
Deal found 18/5R8 941
Thu 21/515:05
CPT
-
NBO
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/518:00
NBO
-
CPT
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R9 142
Thu 21/56:30
CPT
-
NBO
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/518:00
NBO
-
CPT
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5R9 442
Mon 1/66:45
CPT
-
NBO
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/618:20
NBO
-
CPT
2 stops18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R9 692
Sat 6/69:55
CPT
-
NBO
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/618:00
NBO
-
CPT
1 stop21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5R9 959
Wed 3/618:25
CPT
-
NBO
2 stops45h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/618:20
NBO
-
CPT
1 stop20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R9 976
Sun 28/69:00
CPT
-
NBO
2 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/718:00
NBO
-
CPT
1 stop21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R9 992

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 18 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 708

One-way from

R5 038

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 344
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 27/8-30/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Nairobi
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 15/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Nairobi
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 151 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

6:45-17:20

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 8/6

18:20-9:45

2 stops16h 25m

R10 610

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/7

12:20-22:05

1 stop8h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/8

18:20-19:55

2 stops26h 35m

R11 577

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/6

7:00-17:00

2 stops33h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 14/6

18:00-18:35

2 stops25h 35m

R12 278
Fastest return journey

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/7

7:20-14:05

Nonstop5h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/8

1:15-6:00

Nonstop5h 45m

R12 344

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/6

23:30-6:15

Nonstop5h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 24/6

17:25-22:10

Nonstop5h 45m

R12 578

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/8

13:30-20:00

3 stops29h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 30/8

6:15-10:55

3 stops29h 40m

R12 661

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

14:25-22:10

1 stop6h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 19/9

8:15-13:00

Nonstop5h 45m

R12 761

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/7

14:25-22:15

Nonstop6h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 6/8

7:25-13:35

Nonstop7h 10m

R12 828

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/6

14:25-22:10

1 stop6h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 24/6

6:50-22:50

3 stops17h 00m

R13 112

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/6

13:15-13:40

1 stop23h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 24/6

8:15-10:15

1 stop27h 00m

R13 312

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi

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Cheapflights Insights

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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi, you should look to book at least 87 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi (average of R5 004). Flying from Cape Town to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 191). 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 18 May 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 23% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Nairobi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 196 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 Saturday 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 23% 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 18 May 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.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

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
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

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
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
24 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 000 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

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
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
305 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

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 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Nairobi?

    A quick flight from Cape Town to Nairobi can take about 5h 45m. Kenya Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 344. The distance between Cape Town and Nairobi is about 4097 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Currently priced at R4 622, 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 R5 043 and R8 234, respectively. Users have found that Air Tanzania is 57% 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 (R4 015), TAAG (R4 715), and Ethiopian Air (R5 084).

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

    While on average a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi is generally R18 476, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R4 699. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), you can expect to pay R8 257 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.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi (average of R5 004). Flying from Cape Town to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of R8 191). 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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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 18 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR4 622AverageR10 802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR5 043AverageR5 644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 234AverageR12 055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 231AverageR10 500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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AirlinkCheapestR10 594AverageR11 298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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