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Cheapest return flight
£487
Typical prices: £483-£607
Kenya Airways
Mon 29/1Sun 18/2
CPT - BOM • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£490
Typical prices: £260-£369
Turkish Airlines
Sun 2/12
CPT - BOM • 1 stop
Direct 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
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 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 stopover airports
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Cheapest • Avg £495 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 16h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Mumbai (CPT-BOM)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Mumbai

Fri, 29 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 01:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 35m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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06:45 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 20m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
£487Kenya Airways
Fri, 29 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb
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12:35 - 07:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
15h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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22:20 - 17:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£496Qatar Airways
Fri, 29 Jan - Wed, 17 Feb
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 01:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 35m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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02:40 - 23:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
£523Kenya Airways
Fri, 29 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 05:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
32h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
06:50 - 12:05BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 45m1 stop Istanbul
£604Turkish Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Wed, 17 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 02:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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04:05 - 13:00BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£610Ethiopian Air
Sat, 3 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 04:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
35h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
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16:00 - 18:05BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
£643Emirates
Fri, 6 Nov - Wed, 30 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 02:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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04:05 - 13:00BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£671Ethiopian Air
Fri, 6 Nov - Tue, 29 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 02:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
33h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
04:05 - 13:00BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£671Ethiopian Air
Sat, 3 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 04:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
28h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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22:25 - 18:05BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
£687Emirates
Fri, 29 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 13:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
14h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
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19:20 - 14:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
£694Emirates
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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 from Cape Town to Mumbai with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Mumbai?

Return flights from Cape Town to Mumbai start at £487. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £483 to £607. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £487 on Kenya Airways.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai and is 3% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • July is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai at £492 return.
  • December (£602) and September (£552) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 22% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Mumbai the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Mumbai are cheapest 19 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

July

Cheapest flight

£490
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (13% more expensive on average)
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Mumbai.

  • 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) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 1% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the Cape Town to Mumbai route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £521 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £566, a difference of £45. 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 Mumbai?

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

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 15% above the route average of £534. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Mumbai takes 0h 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.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £487 to £2,379. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 £850, which is 178% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 56m, compared to 17h 00m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 18h 36m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • 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.

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

    Return flights from Cape Town to Mumbai range from £483 to £607, with an average of £534 over the past 12 months. Anything below £483 counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £521 – about £45 less than Saturday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 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 £492 return in that month – typically £111 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.
    - Hilton Mumbai International Airport
    - The Lalit Mumbai
    - The Leela Mumbai

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