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Cheapest round-trip
$538
Typical prices: $642-$833
Kenya Airways
Thu 10/4Sat 10/20
BOM - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$336
Typical prices: $324-$496
Ethiopian Air
Wed 9/19
BOM - CPT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Mumbai and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 20% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Cheapest • Avg $599 (round-trip)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 17h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Mumbai to Cape Town (BOM-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Mumbai to Cape Town

Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 20
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2:40 am - 1:35 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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2:25 pm - 5:40 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
35h 45m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$538Kenya Airways
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:45 am - 6:00 amBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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7:20 am - 1:40 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
14h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$538Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
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2:40 am - 1:35 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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2:25 pm - 5:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
35h 40m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$538Kenya Airways
Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Oct 7
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2:40 am - 1:35 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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11:30 pm - 1:40 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
22h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$538Kenya Airways
Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 20
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2:40 am - 6:00 amBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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2:25 pm - 5:40 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
35h 45m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$538Kenya Airways
Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Oct 7
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2:40 am - 6:00 amBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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11:30 pm - 1:40 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
22h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$538Kenya Airways
Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 20
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2:40 am - 6:00 amBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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2:25 pm - 5:40 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
35h 45m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$545Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
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2:40 am - 1:35 pmBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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7:20 am - 1:30 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
14h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$568Kenya Airways
Fri, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 17
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3:40 pm - 11:40 amBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
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1:40 pm - 5:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
24h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
$782Emirates
Fri, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 18
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10:00 pm - 11:40 amBOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
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1:40 pm - 1:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
20h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
$782Emirates
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Price, demand and travel trends for Mumbai to Cape Town flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Mumbai to Cape Town start at $538. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $642 to $833. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $538 on Kenya Airways.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mumbai to Cape Town, it is 3% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to Cape Town at $595 round-trip.
  • December ($833) and June ($798) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Mumbai to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Mumbai to Cape Town are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Mumbai to Cape Town flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$336
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Mumbai to Cape Town

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

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

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the Mumbai to Cape Town route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $726 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $789, a difference of $63. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town International Convention Centre and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 8% above the route average of $741. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Mumbai to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 5,112 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Mumbai to Cape Town 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 $538 to $4,667. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Mumbai to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $532, which is 24% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 03m, compared with 17h 18m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 18h 00m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Europcar
    · Sixt
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Hertz
    · Woodford

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

    Round-trip flights from Mumbai to Cape Town range from $642 to $833, with an average of $741 over the past 12 months. Anything below $642 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Mumbai to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $726 - about $63 less than Monday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Mumbai to Cape Town trip for August. Fares historically average $595 round-trip in that month - typically $238 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 Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    - Mbalentle

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