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Cheapest round-trip
$730
Typical prices: $653-$818
Ethiopian Air
Sun 11/25Sat 12/1
CPT - BOM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$474
Typical prices: $352-$493
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/29
CPT - BOM • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Mumbai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
July
Cheapest • 8% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Cheapest • Avg $692 (round-trip)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 16h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Mumbai (CPT-BOM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Mumbai

Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
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1:50 pm - 2:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
33h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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4:05 am - 2:10 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$730Ethiopian Air
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Dec 4
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1:15 pm - 5:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
24h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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4:05 pm - 6:00 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
$743Emirates
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Nov 6
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1:15 pm - 2:25 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
33h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
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7:25 pm - 6:00 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
$743Emirates
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Nov 6
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6:25 pm - 7:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
33h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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5:10 pm - 5:30 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
$749Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Dec 4
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6:25 pm - 7:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
33h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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11:00 pm - 11:35 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
$749Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 19
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:10 pm - 2:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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4:05 am - 1:00 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$763Ethiopian Air
Fri, Nov 20 - Thu, Nov 26
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3:10 pm - 2:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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4:05 am - 1:00 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$769Ethiopian Air
Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Dec 31
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1:50 pm - 7:15 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
13h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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10:50 am - 1:00 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$903Ethiopian Air
Fri, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 14
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12:35 pm - 2:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
34h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:10 am - 5:25 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$3,205Qatar Airways
Fri, Dec 11 - Thu, Dec 31
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7:25 pm - 2:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
27h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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10:20 pm - 5:25 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$3,235Qatar Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Mumbai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Mumbai?

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Mumbai typically range from $653 to $818. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $730, on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai at $663 round-trip.
•December ($807) and June ($723) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 21% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Mumbai the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Mumbai are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Mumbai flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$474
Beat the crowds with an average 70% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 231% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Mumbai

When to book flights from Cape Town to Mumbai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Mumbai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Mumbai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Mumbai?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Mumbai:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Mumbai?

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Mumbai takes 00m, covering 5,112 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Mumbai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Mumbai range from $653 to $818, with an average of $718 over the past 12 months. Anything below $653 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Mumbai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the $718 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Mumbai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $730 to $6,280. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Mumbai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Mumbai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $530, which is 30% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Mumbai?

    Flights from Cape Town to Mumbai usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Mumbai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Mumbai most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Mumbai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Cape Town to Mumbai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $701 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $781, a difference of $80.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cape Town to Mumbai?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 49m, compared with 17h 06m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 17h 17m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Mumbai?

    Mumbai is 3 hours ahead of Cape Town (India Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Mumbai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Mumbai are Juhu Beach, Gateway of India and Wankhede Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Mumbai on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Mumbai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $701, about $80 less than Saturday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Mumbai trip for July. Fares historically average $663 round-trip in that month - typically $144 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport.

    • The Lalit Mumbai
    • Aurika, Mumbai International Airport - Luxury by Lemon Tree Hotels
    • The Leela Mumbai

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