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$334 Find Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Nairobi

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi departing on 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$453
Typical prices: $536-$779
TAAG
Sun 12/14Mon 12/29
CPT - NBO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$723
Typical prices: $597-$847
Kenya Airways
Tue 11/11Mon 11/17
CPT - NBO • Non-stop
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AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts
For a quick departure, check-in is centrally located.
Use local taxis for a 30-minute trip to downtown Nairobi.
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Nairobi (CPT-NBO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Cape Town to Nairobi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Nairobi

Sun, Dec 14 - Mon, Dec 29
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12:30 am - 2:50 pmCPT-NBO
13h 20m1 stop
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3:50 pm - 2:00 pmNBO-CPT
23h 10m1 stop
$453TAAG
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Sat, Dec 13 - Mon, Jan 12
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3:30 pm - 5:10 amCPT-NBO
12h 40m1 stop
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3:50 pm - 2:00 pmNBO-CPT
23h 10m1 stop
$465TAAG
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Thu, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 7
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3:30 pm - 5:10 amCPT-NBO
12h 40m1 stop
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6:10 am - 10:50 pmNBO-CPT
17h 40m2 stops
$490Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
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2:35 pm - 1:40 amCPT-NBO
10h 05m1 stop
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3:45 am - 1:00 pmNBO-CPT
10h 15m1 stop
$615Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17
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2:35 pm - 1:40 amCPT-NBO
10h 05m1 stop
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3:45 am - 1:00 pmNBO-CPT
10h 15m1 stop
$619Ethiopian Air
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Fri, Feb 6 - Fri, Feb 13
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6:25 pm - 2:40 pmCPT-NBO
19h 15m1 stop
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3:30 pm - 10:50 pmNBO-CPT
8h 20m1 stop
$654Airlink
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Sat, Mar 14 - Thu, Mar 19
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6:05 am - 2:40 pmCPT-NBO
7h 35m1 stop
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3:30 pm - 10:50 pmNBO-CPT
8h 20m1 stop
$655Airlink
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Wed, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 23
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11:25 pm - 6:10 amCPT-NBO
5h 45mnonstop
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12:00 pm - 8:45 pmNBO-CPT
33h 45m2 stops
$672Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 17
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7:20 am - 2:05 pmCPT-NBO
5h 45mnonstop
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1:15 am - 6:00 amNBO-CPT
5h 45mnonstop
$723Kenya Airways
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
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7:20 am - 2:05 pmCPT-NBO
5h 45mnonstop
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7:25 am - 1:35 pmNBO-CPT
7h 10m1 stop
$724Kenya Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Cape Town to Nairobi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cape Town to Nairobi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport departing in December.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Cape Town to Nairobi, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Cape Town, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Wednesdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is May, where tickets cost $597 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $659 and $655 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 11 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Cape Town to Nairobi

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
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For a quick departure, check-in is centrally located with international flights departing from the northern section after security.

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Upon arrival at NBO, use local taxis or rideshares for a 30-minute trip to downtown Nairobi. Negotiate rates upfront.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$334
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 0% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Nairobi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Cape Town to Nairobi flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport was $334 for a one-way ticket and $453 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Cape Town and Nairobi?

    A passport is required to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Cape Town to Nairobi?

    Lufthansa, and KLM offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Cape Town to Nairobi flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cape Town to Nairobi?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cape Town to Nairobi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Cape Town to Nairobi?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Cape Town and Nairobi, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Cape Town to Nairobi?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Cape Town to Nairobi on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi, Airlink or Ethiopian Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi are Airlink and Ethiopian Air. With an average price for the route of $667 and an overall rating of 8.5, Airlink is the most popular choice. Ethiopian Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $620 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cape Town to Nairobi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cape Town to Nairobi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cape Town to Nairobi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nairobi from Cape Town is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cape Town to Nairobi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Nairobi with an airline and back to Cape Town with another airline. Booking your flights between Cape Town and NBO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Nairobi from Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $390 or less one-way and $597 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Cape Town to Nairobi?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Cape Town Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
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Cape Town Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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Saturday

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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town Intl

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Cape Town to Nairobi

 
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Delayed boarding... we were kept standing in the bus for too long... the bus was packed and smelling people!!! As if it's not enough,when we finally came off the bus, we had to wait again standing in the sun waiting to board..

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Oct 2025JNB - HRE
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Delayed boarding... we were kept standing in the bus for too long... the bus was packed and smelling people!!! As if it's not enough,when we finally came off the bus, we had to wait again standing in the sun waiting to board..

Our flight from Kasane to JNB was delayed, which meant we missed our connection to CPT. The JNB ground staff were not helpful at first, initially insisting that our flight into JNB had been on time when in fact it was 40 minutes late. No domestic transfer staff available. So we had to wait another 3 hours for the next flight to CPT, then nearly 40 minutes for our luggage. Getting into our hotel after midnight was never in the itinerary. Airlink travel is not in our future!

+ There was a great small meal even on the short flight + They gave our kids a magazine that kept them busy because there were no screens - We didn't get a boarding pass for our infant in arms for the connecting flight

Just an short flight. So it was great. Airlink is pretty good😀

Airlink is my preferred airline for travel in South and Southern Africa. Upington international airport is small so check in and security screening is a breeze. Boarding is easy and the flight was good. Took a while to get the luggage at OR Tambo airport but all in all a nice experience

It was a great experience , it was quick and on time

this route is more expensive than you would expect. Boarding, disembarking was easy and fast. Cabin crew was friendly. Seats are small

The meal was excellent and well suited to a short journey.

Original flight was delayed due to technical issue. Very poor communication. The manager only appeared when we were climbing on board the plane.This resulted in us missing our follow on flight also with Airlink. No ticket issued from Skukuza and no assistance when we landed to address the issue. We had to make our own arrangements and go to their sales desk. Again they had no knowledge of the flight delay and of any passengers that had connecting flights. The lady (unfortunately with all the STRESS I have forgotten her name) at the counter was extremely helpful and is an excellent example of the type of employee Airlink need to promote and employ. Our luggage was in limbo due to all the missing information and assistance. We had to resort to buying extra tickets from South African Airways who were extremely helpful. I work at an airport so am familiar with its workings. I will infuture be looking for alternative flights.

Airline is the best airline experience I’ve ever had.

My recent experience with ASKY Airlines was disappointing. The check-in process was disorganized, and I was provided with inaccurate information regarding baggage requirements, resulting in unforeseen expenses. Additionally, the ground staff demonstrated a lack of professionalism and appeared insufficiently trained to handle passenger needs effectively. Regrettably, this initial encounter has left me reluctant to consider future travel with the airline.

Good. Crew do seem to be less friendly- management are clearly limiting them or not empowering them as they used to.

Delays delays making us miss or next connection to IAD hence having to stay additional 24 hrs in Addis Ababa

Traveling with Ethiopian is always a good experience. I also enjoy the stay at skylight hotel in Addis

Were not told that carryon laggage has to be only 12 kgs but my bag was heavier asked to pay an additional $550.00. I could have upgraded to a bussiness class for that price and no one at the gate to upgrade but able to take money for the extra weight. I felt like this was a setup scam.

Lost suite case and pillow that’s used by senior and they didn’t leave it at the airport

Forgotten Suite inside of the top compartment but went back to ask and they didn’t leave at the lost and found place. Also the checking in was so horrible. I had multi city and one of the passenger saint have visa go go go Dubai. The Ethiopian airlines never had information about requirement for US permanent resident so couldn’t go to Dubai. And when coming back to US we were told we can not use our Addis to Washington ticket and they forced us to get new ticket. Very horrible experience.

I had a comfortable seat that makes my trip wonderful. I appreciate the Ethiopia crew, they were very helpful

The hygiene was super bad. Smells bad and air refreshment is highly advisable. The crew made some one else sit in my spot and no one is checking seat number and people are jumping to sit on other people’s allocated seat.

worst was delayed luggage. could see luggage was still in Singapore but they insist I wait till all luggage are unloaded before filing a report. took 2 days to arrive and I had to collect it myself from the airport

For a long haul flight, the seats were too narrow. Paid for extra legroom but wish I could have paid for width! I was pressed against another person for the whole donation of the flight.

Delayed flight made my day very long, but other than that KQ got me to my destination in good shape.

The nice treatment and lovely pilots who accepted my son inside for a photo.So lovely of them

Got delayed for over 24 hours. Fight was cancelled. Was put up at a nice hotel whose kitchen was unfortunately not prepared for the sudden influx of guests The headphone jacks on the seat were loose and sound kept getting dropped over the headphones. Food was good though. Certain items (Amarula) were not available for purchase over the on-plane duty free. Had been told i would pick my luggage at my final destination*wrong* had to pick it up in JFK and recheck it and then got charged for it**** too tired to argue with the Delta staff on the issue.... after a 15 hr flight.

This one is not bad even it is late, but they apologize and every time they announced the update.

I’m very disappointed for this trip and I will never travel again in this airline. In addition, I don’t recommend to any human being to travel to Kenya Airways. They keep me at Nairobi for 4 days without care. I was at Nairobi from 6 a.m Morning up to 10 a:m Thursday. For that reason, I have trouble for my work and may be I will lose my job. During for those 4 days I didn’t have my medicine, I didn’t have clothes to change because all my clothes were in my checked bags. On Thursday, when I got flight, they don’t even apologize for all consequences I had. During for those 4 days, I learned many things for this airline. It is their system to treat passengers like this because they had hundreds or thousands passengers around Nairobi waiting for their flights after their original flights cancelled. If I lose my job, I planned to file claim to the airline. This is not airline to travel with.

They weight duty free goods at check in and count the weight as carry on luggage. Results : for 4 bottles I had to opay $150. rip off. Be careful to avoid any duty free shopping at Dubai airport

The boarding was fast, the food was great; however, the seats & leg space were tight.

I enjoyed my flight I arrived safe with all my luggage

No complaints just improve on the food service. Provide enough dinner. People are complaining about that.

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