Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Cape Town from $312

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Cape Town (NBO-CPT)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Angola Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $312 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. NBO to CPT on Mon, Aug 31), while Angola Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $490 departing on Tue, Sep 8 and returning on Mon, Sep 14.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Nairobi to Cape Town?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Nairobi to Cape Town with the following airlines, including: Kenya Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Cape Town (CPT) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 6 hours 48 minutes to fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Cape Town (CPT).

• When is the best time to book flights from Nairobi to Cape Town?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Nairobi to Cape Town is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Nairobi to Cape Town?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 8 flight per week flying from Nairobi to Cape Town. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Kenya Airways: S/-/T/-/T/-/S -- KQ792 (07:36) Kenya Airways: S/M/T/W/-/F/S -- KQ782 (08:00)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Nairobi to Cape Town?

  To find best deals on flights from Nairobi to Cape Town, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Mon, Aug 31, with one-way flights priced at just $312.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Kenya Airways.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Cape Town travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Nairobi (NBO) to Cape Town (CPT) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town is September, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town on?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town on August 28, 2026 with Angola Airlines, with prices starting at $314.

• Which airports can I fly to for Cape Town from Nairobi?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Cape Town, with Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Cape Town International Airport (NBO-CPT) is by far the most common option on this route: Cape Town International Airport (CPT).

• Is there any time difference between Nairobi and Cape Town?

  The time difference between Cape Town and Nairobi is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Nairobi to Cape Town?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Nairobi to Cape Town?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Nairobi to Cape Town is $717. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Nairobi to Cape Town?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Nairobi to Cape Town is $964. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Nairobi to Cape Town on Trip.com?

  Enter Nairobi and Cape Town, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.