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) - 54% of one-stop connections • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 32% of one-stop connections • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 10% of one-stop connections • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Mumbai to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $694 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $825, a difference of $131. 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 Cape Town International Convention Centre, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. 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 two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $732 route average. 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 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 $564 to $2,552. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 $676, which is 57% 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 35m, compared with 17h 01m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 17h 19m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

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: • Sixt • Europcar • Woodford • GREEN MOTION • Hertz

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

Round-trip flights from Mumbai to Cape Town range from $633 to $835, with an average of $732 over the past 12 months. Anything below $633 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Mumbai to Cape Town typically range from $633 to $835. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $564, on Kenya Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mumbai to Cape Town. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to Cape Town at $602 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 38% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Mumbai to Cape Town?

Kenya Airways ($564) and Ethiopian Air ($580) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Mumbai to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Mumbai to Cape Town?

Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) is the most popular layover for the Mumbai to Cape Town route. 54% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ADD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Mumbai to Cape Town?

Flights via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $609. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Mumbai to Cape Town which airport offers the shortest layover?

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) had the shortest average connection time for Mumbai to Cape Town layovers at 10h 35m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Mumbai to Cape Town

Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 16

2:40 am - 1:35 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

2:25 pm - 1:30 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

31h 35m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$564Kenya Airways

Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 16

2:40 am - 1:35 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

2:25 pm - 1:30 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

31h 35m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$565Kenya Airways

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Dec 7

10:50 am - 2:10 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 pm - 2:35 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

33h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$580Ethiopian Air

Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 16

10:50 am - 1:00 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 pm - 2:35 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

33h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$591Ethiopian Air

Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 16

10:50 am - 1:00 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 pm - 2:35 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

33h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$592Ethiopian Air

Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 16

10:20 pm - 5:25 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 pm - 2:50 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

34h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$593Qatar Airways

Sun, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 27

10:50 am - 1:00 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

3:10 pm - 2:35 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

31h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$597Ethiopian Air

Tue, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 14

10:15 pm - 5:20 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:15 pm - 8:25 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

15h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$605Qatar Airways

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Dec 7

10:50 am - 2:10 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 pm - 2:35 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

33h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$612Ethiopian Air

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8

10:50 am - 1:30 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 pm - 2:35 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

33h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$614Ethiopian Air

Recent last minute flight deals from Mumbai to Cape Town

Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 30

4:05 am - 2:10 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 pm - 2:35 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

33h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$658Ethiopian Air

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 25

4:05 am - 2:10 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

3:10 pm - 2:35 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

31h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$697Ethiopian Air

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 26

5:15 am - 6:00 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

1:40 pm - 8:25 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

27h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

$734Emirates

Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 27

4:05 am - 2:10 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 pm - 7:15 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

13h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$736Ethiopian Air

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Dec 1

4:05 am - 2:10 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 pm - 7:15 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

13h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$798Ethiopian Air

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 29

4:05 am - 2:10 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

3:10 pm - 2:35 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

31h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

$845Ethiopian Air

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 28

5:15 am - 6:00 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

1:40 pm - 4:15 amCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

35h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

$871Emirates

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 26

5:15 am - 9:15 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

43h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

1:40 pm - 8:25 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

27h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

$924Emirates

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 28

4:05 am - 2:10 pmBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

13h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

3:10 pm - 11:15 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

52h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Chennai

$1,366Ethiopian Air

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 26

9:50 pm - 9:25 amBOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

63h 05m3 stops Chennai Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:40 am - 8:45 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

54h 35m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

$1,618Singapore Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Mumbai to Cape Town flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Mumbai to Cape Town? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Mumbai to Cape Town departing in february.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mumbai to Cape Town?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mumbai to Cape Town. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to Cape Town? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Mumbai to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •February is the cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to Cape Town at $602 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 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights 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 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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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
How long is a flight from Mumbai to Cape Town?
A nonstop flight from Mumbai to Cape Town takes 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Mumbai to Cape Town flight?
Round-trip flights from Mumbai to Cape Town range from $633 to $835, with an average of $732 over the past 12 months. Anything below $633 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Mumbai to Cape Town flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $732 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
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 $564 to $2,552. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 $676, which is 57% above the typical average for this route.
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:

• Sixt
• Europcar
• Woodford
• GREEN MOTION
• Hertz
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).
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) - 54% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) - 32% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 4% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Mumbai to Cape Town?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Mumbai to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $694 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $825, a difference of $131.

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 Mumbai to Cape Town?
Flying via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 35m, compared with 17h 01m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 17h 19m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).
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 popular places can I visit in Cape Town?
Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $694, about $131 less than Saturday fares (16% 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 35% 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 February. Fares historically average $602 round-trip in that month - typically $231 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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